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Academic skills and employability advice for trainee teachers
Whether you're just starting your education course or preparing for your next steps, we've pulled together a selection of free resources to support your journey. From writing assignments and developing critical thinking to preparing for your first teaching role, these resources offer practical advice to help you build confidence and succeed.
Study skills
Build strong academic foundations and boost your confidence in coursework.
- Learn how to read well and stay focused
- Understand your ITT academic assignments
- Acing your essay writing
- Master clear and confident academic writing
- Develop strong arguments (and back them up with evidence)
- Proofread like a pro
Research
Strengthen your research skills and engage critically with educational literature.
- Think critically and evaluate what you read
- Doing your education research project
- Understand why research matters in teaching
- Find credible sources and reference them correctly
Employability
Take the next step in your teaching career with practical advice and continuous professional development (CPD) insight.