Learning and Skills Network (LSN)

Should we be using learning styles? : What research has to say to practice

Learning style instruments are widely used. But are they reliable and valid? Do they have an impact on pedagogy? This report examines 13 models of learning style and concludes that it matters funda...

Learning styles and pedagogy in post-16 learning : A systematic and critical review

This report critically reviews the literature on learning styles and examines in detail 13 of the most influential models. The report concludes that it matters fundamentally which instrument is chose...

Apprenticeships: a review of recent policy and practice

This review discusses issues associated with apprenticeships and considers how policy and practice has developed over the last two decades. It draws on a range of LSDA work on aspects of apprenticeshi...

We all came here from somewhere: Diversity, identities and citizenship

The activities in this pack are designed to be used with learners as part of a citizenship programme. They provide a range of ways of encouraging debate about the concepts of ‘identity’, ‘cultural ide...

Skills Ahead interview with LSN’s International Director, Bill Malcolm

During a recent trip to India, LSN’s International Director,Bill Malcolm gave an interview to Skills Ahead on the use of mobile learning technologies. LSN is taking a lead in mobile learning, and has ...

LSN and Bond Bryan working in collaboration to create best educational solutions

LSN and Bond Bryan are working in collaboration to create best educational solutions, from the learning environment through to curriculum design and training. We focus on responding to the specific ne...

Experts in Science and Maths education: Helping teachers and learners reach their potential

At LSN we have a wealth of experience supporting Science and Maths teachers with training and development. We work collaboratively with local and national partners building on our understanding and kn...