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Action Research

An overview of our 12 Action Research initiatives from 2025

Professional development helps educators develop skills, support learners and ultimately build stronger school communities. One way British Council Partner Schools supports this growth is th...

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Technology

Exploring the role of AI and technology in learning

AI and digital technologies are becoming increasingly present in teaching and learning across classrooms worldwide. From social media to the rapid emergence of generative AI (GenAI) tools, e...

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Continuous Professional Development

Join the roundtable: Strengthening teaching for impact

Across our global network, British Council Partner Schools are exploring new ways to enhance education through targeted professional development for teachers. With learning environments evol...

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Your World video competition

A guide to running a Zero Waste Week at your school

With extreme weather throughout the summer, sports events delayed by climate-related incidents, and future generations becoming increasingly aware of the imminent dangers of the climate cris...

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Curriculum

Summer slide: How educators can approach seasonal learning loss

The summer slide refers to the decline in academic performance that can happen when students take an extended break from their studies. While this seasonal learning loss is often associated ...

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Curriculum

Five ways to integrate global citizenship throughout your curriculum

Today’s students are global citizens. They’re more connected to other countries than any previous generation, thanks to technology, travel, and shared languages. Global citizenship education...

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Leadership

Celebrating success: How to praise students and motivate learning

Praise and recognition are powerful tools. They show students what to repeat, make them feel confident in their abilities, and motivate them to continue learning. When implemented effectivel...

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Leadership

Empowering teachers through mentorship: a case study from Pakistan

The British Council’s Action Research Foundation Course gave educators from across our Partner Schools the chance to engage in teacher-led research. In this context, Generation’s School in P...

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Technology

Mobile phones in schools: policies and research from around the world

The debate about the use of mobile phones in the classroom continues. Some experts call for widespread bans and restrictions, whereas others argue that technology has become essential to man...

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Your World video competition

How to inspire your students for the Your World video competition

2025 marks the tenth annual Your World competition, where the British Council invites students from its global Partner Schools network to showcase a three-minute social action video. This ye...

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