The CfEM programme featured a wide range of professional development opportunities, delivered both nationally and locally within CfEM networks. This included face-to-face and on-line delivery, with input from national and international experts, but also from teachers in CfEM colleges related to their action research and lived experiences.
The greatest impact, however, was achieved through professional development which involved teachers working together as a team to build their knowledge and expertise over a period of time. Two modes of delivery were particularly prominent here:
- Action research
- Lesson study
In both cases, teachers benefited from outside expertise and research, and were supported by mentors or lead teachers. Importantly, they were encouraged to make their own decisions, take risks, and to put their learning into practice within their own context.
To support colleges who would like to emulate these approaches, this section contains links to practical guidance to develop action research and lesson study as a form of professional development within the FE and skills sector.
In addition, this section also provides access to resources for those delivering and participating in the 18-hour 'Teaching for Mastery in FE maths' course. This modular course was developed and piloted as part of the CfEM programme.
Action research
Including the CfEM Action Research for Professional Development guide, plus reports from CfEM action research projects.
Lesson study toolkit
A toolkit to support colleges wishing to apply the processes successfully used in the CfEM Teaching for Mastery research trial.
Teaching for Mastery in FE maths - modular course
Full course materials for those delivering or participating in this 18-hour modular course.