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Research features

In this section of our site we summarise some of the latest educational research papers.

Another Challenge: The role of teachers in supporting pupil emotional health and well-being

The December 2010 issue of the British Educational Research Journal contains an article by researchers at the University of Bristol who have investigated teachers' roles in supporting the emotional health and well-being of their pupils. They explore the implications of this agenda for teachers at a time when they face competing priorities such as demands for enhanced attainment.

Net Generation or not?

In an article in the June 2010 edition of the British Educational Research Journal, two researchers from Oxford University test the notion that there is a generation gap between those born since the explosion of computer games in the 1980's and previous generations.

Comparative analysis of the use of Scots language and literature

Celia Craig, retired Principal Teacher of English as Westhill Academy, Aberdeenshire, provides a picture of the state and status of the Scots language as used and viewed by a wide range of pupils

Upgrading mathematics knowledge among upper primary school teachers

Earlier this year there were scare stories in various parts of the press suggesting that teachers in Scottish primary schools, especially those teaching upper primary classes, are seriously deficient in mathematics. Ian Matheson, our Educational Planning and Research Officer responds to this debate.

A case study in primary mathematics education

Dundee University researchers express their concerns over coverage of their research, stating that it was reported out of context.