Episode 132: Closing the disadvantage gap

Closing the disadvantage gap is a national priority, and it should be everyone's responsibility, from school staff to governors and parents. But closing the gap is not just about making teaching and learning better, it's much more complex than that. In this episode, Fin and Jane discuss how teachers can make a difference. EEF report: https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/news/attendance-and-reading-key-barriers-to-disadvantaged-pupils-progress-say-three-in-four-schools Heads and teachers in Wales can join our private Facebook group, Teachers in Wales - research-informed pedagogy: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1099646660713906/ Buy our book Power Up Your Pedagogy: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Up-Your-Pedagogy-Illustrated/dp/1398388068 Subscribe to ImpactPlus today: www.impact.wales/impactplus Hosts: Finola Wilson and Jane Miller Producer: Darren Evans Visit us at: www.impact.wales Music: Power Shutoff by Craig MacArthur