Embedded formative assessment by Dylan Wiliam

I have always loved listening to Dylan Wiliam talk about education. When I first joined the profession I watched his presentation to Glasgow Head Teachers about ‘Inside the Black Box’ many times. I have also relistened to his interviews with Craig Barton, in the Mr Barton Maths Podcast on several occasions. When listening I amContinue reading “Embedded formative assessment by Dylan Wiliam”

Leadership for Teaching and Learning by Dylan Wiliam

This book outlines a holistic approach to improved teaching and learning through promoting effective formative assessment. When I first read it, I think I misjudged what it was attempting to do as I thought it was promoting a new Wiliam designed teaching programme. What I hadn’t picked up on was the justification for focusing soContinue reading “Leadership for Teaching and Learning by Dylan Wiliam”

Creating the Schools our Children Need by Dylan Wiliam

This is a fascinating read covering a range of the most interesting educational debates. For this book Wiliam is trying to write for a wider audience and hopes that it will be read and inform a range of educational stakeholders. I loved the pace and tone of the book and as always, the clarity withContinue reading “Creating the Schools our Children Need by Dylan Wiliam”