Through the learning pit

An illustration showing a man with a worry cloud over his head lost in the woods, representing a student's learning journey

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It’s time to encourage independent problem-solving

This article argues that rather than hovering over students and rescuing them at the first sign of difficulty, we should be encouraging them to solve problems themselves and learn from their mistakes – leading to more resilient pupils who are able to problem-solve.

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