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The 17 Questions series introduces inspiring people from across education and gives them the opportunity to share their experiences, ideas and advice. Each interview explores their career, expertise and views on the challenges facing schools, teachers and pupils. The aim is to provide honest, practical insights that educators can learn from and enjoy.
17 Questions with Peter Mattock: Making Mathematics Visible, Connected and Meaningful
Peter Mattock is an experienced maths teacher, leader and author. In these 17 questions, he discusses effective maths teaching, problem-solving, teacher development and the importance of helping pupils make sense of mathematics. Question 1 How has your career in maths education developed over time? It started much the same way as any other. I completed…
17 Questions with Huw Curnow: Physics Teaching, Leadership and Captain Physics
Huw Curnow is an experienced physics teacher, Head of Physics and the creator of Captain Physics. In this interview, he discusses effective physics teaching, practical work, educational videos and making difficult ideas easier to understand. He also shares his thoughts on leadership, flexible working, artificial intelligence and the future of physics education. Question 1 How…
17 Questions with Founder and Director of Education Boutique Lucy Alexandra Spencer
Question 1 What first inspired you to become a teacher? I’ve always believed that education is about people before it’s about subjects. Long before I ever stood at the front of a classroom, I was fascinated by the idea that one adult could completely change the direction of a child’s life simply by believing in…
17 Questions with Deputy Headteacher Claire Harley on School Leadership, Educational Research and Teacher Agency
Claire Harley is a deputy headteacher, history educator and doctoral researcher with a strong interest in school improvement and research-informed practice.In this Teach 17 interview, she reflects on leadership, curriculum, assessment, teacher development and educational research. She also shares thoughtful ideas about professionalism, SEND provision and the importance of keeping school improvement both challenging and…
17 Questions with Katie Estruch, Founder of Miss Estruch Biology: Teaching, Revision and Building an Education Business
Question 1 How has your career in biology education developed over time? I have been teaching since I left university, where I studied biology at the University of Nottingham. Throughout my career, I progressed from classroom teacher to head of biology, head of science, study skills coordinator, and many other roles. Just before the pandemic,…