5 problems with the idea of evidence-based practise in teaching....and why I think it is important
Session Overview
Interest in the notion of evidence-informed practice has grown hugely over the last decade, and it is now a key part of government policy and school practice across England. But it isn’t without its critics – and their concerns are very valid! This session looks at some of the problems with evidence-informed practice and how it has been implemented – as well as why it still really matters.
Short biography
A former English teacher, Cat Scutt’s roles have since focused on supporting teacher development, with a particular focus on teacher collaboration and engagement with research. As well as being Deputy Chief Executive of the Chartered College of Teaching, she has been on several government advisory groups and is Independent Chair of Cornwall Education Partnership. She received an MBE for services to education in 2021 and completed her PhD in 2024.
