What Works?: Research and evidence for successful teaching

by Lee Elliot Major, Steve Higgins

From the authors of the Sutton Trust-EEF Teaching and Learning Toolkit comes What Works?, a must-read guide that summarises the research and hard evidence of what works and what doesn't in primary and secondary classrooms, and provides practical strategies for transforming pupils' progress.Lee Elliot Major and Steve Higgins look at common teaching approaches, including raising aspirations, improving behaviour, outdoor learning and parental engagement. They present the research and evidence behind each approach and provide practical steps for best practice in the classroom to boost the learning and life outcomes of all pupils. Explored in a concise, accessible manner, the research and evidence is distilled into clear, precise guidance that can be used immediately, ideal for any busy teacher.What Works? makes it easy for all primary and secondary teachers to become research-informed practitioners in every aspect of their teaching. From debunking enduring education myths to providing practical next steps and strategies that really make a difference, this is the essential guide to evidence-based teaching and a must-have for every teacher looking to increase their impact in the classroom.

313 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 3, 2019

Reviews

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very quick and convenient explanation of 21 examples of current educational ideas such as smaller classes and mastery learning. It explores the impact of each and the likelihood of it working effectively. Ideal for a bit of light CPD reading for teachers or those working in education. Nothing particularly ground breaking in my opinion but nonetheless an easy and interesting collection set out in a logical and useful way. Would recommend to new or inexperienced teachers or those newly appointed to a decision making role.

[James Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve taught for nearly 15 years and this is probably the first education-based book I’ve read since leaving uni. This is a really interesting read to reaffirm some of the things you probably already do and give ideas on how, and why, you can develop your teaching.