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3 articles tagged formative assessment
New posts every weekIf we want better answers, we need to make reasoning visible
Final answers tell us whether a learner arrived. Their reasoning helps us understand the route, locate misconceptions and decide what to teach next.
14 Oct 2026
Why “I understand” is not enough: five ways good tutors check learning
A learner can complete a task, or say that they understand, without being ready to use the idea independently. Here are five ways good tutors gather better evidence of learning.
By Melanie Ekman
08 Oct 2026
Why feedback often fails to improve student outcomes
Feedback is one of the most powerful tools in education, yet students often ignore it. Explore why feedback sometimes fails and how teachers can make it more effective.
By Melanie Ekman
11 Jun 2026