Your next step in professional learning is worth making time for. Applications for the autumn 2026 National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) close on 25 October. Explore the available pathways and apply: bpninternational.com/qualifi… #ProfessionalDevelopment @bestpracticenet

Inspiring Minds begins with people who continue to learn. With Best Practice Network International, we’re sharing NPQ opportunities for teachers and school leaders across Qatar. Explore and apply by 25 October: bpninternational.com/qualifi… #DohaCollege #NPQ @bestpracticenet

Ever had a pupil say they need "3.2 buses" for a trip? Or that it takes 2.5 people to complete a task? Simple tweaks to wording can nearly TRIPLE the odds of pupils using real-world logic when giving answers Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Is Your Rubric Facing the Wrong Way? New research shows that simply flipping your rubric layout so the top marks are in the first column significantly boosts student focus and performance Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Research highlights that spelling begins in the ear. With active retrieval far outperforming passive copying, prior oral exposure and low-stakes testing are vital. How should we structure spelling practice? Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Interesting stories can spark curiosity, but they can also distract from learning. New research explores how teachers can keep pupils engaged without losing sight of the key knowledge. Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Recent analysis suggests pre-questions enhance video learning by activating prior mental models, yet they risk disadvantaging pupils with less initial knowledge. Does this justify a knowledge-rich curriculum? Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Children often learn to read a word before they've ever seen it. Oral vocabulary builds the bridge between spoken and written language, making new words easier to recognise and read. Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Could a box of crayons be more valuable than a screen? Research suggests fine motor skills play an important role in future reading, writing and maths. Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Doha College extends its deepest condolences to His Highness the Amir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and the people of Qatar on the passing of His Highness the Father Amir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

AI can support learning, but it can't replace the value of hard thinking. The key is knowing how to evaluate AI tools and use them effectively. Read more: bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Exploring the “Discovery Learning” myth, research shows pupils learn best when they first build a strong foundation of knowledge through explicit instruction, rather than unguided discovery. Read more: bit.ly/44ud6fy #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Exploring the “21st-Century Skills” myth, creativity and problem-solving aren’t shortcuts; they’re built on a foundation of knowledge and expertise. At Doha College, we focus on what truly works in the classroom. bit.ly/44ud6fy #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Are we "pigeon-holing" our students by labelling them as visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners? At Doha College, we focus on evidence-backed strategies like Dual Coding that benefit every learner. bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

The "Mozart Effect" is one of education’s most famous myths The idea that classical music boosts intelligence has held firm for decades. At Doha College, we look at what the data actually says about the "sound of silence" bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Human motivation is too complex for a simple triangle. Let's explore why the fixed order of Maslow’s Hierarchy is a myth. We look at how structure, participation and inclusion help build a student's sense of self. bit.ly/4dUxhJh #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Nutrition is a pillar of health, but is it a driver of IQ? Exploring the “Omega-3 Effect”, while vital for early development, there’s little evidence that supplements "boost" memory in typically developing pupils. dohacollege.com/educationexc… #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Is “packing the car” a male skill, or learned through experience? Today’s myth explores how culture and opportunities shape the skills we label “male” or “female”. At Doha College, DEI means equal opportunities for all. bit.ly/4sRblmr #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

Why Women are not better Multi-Taskers than Men Our latest article explains why the brain hits a "bottleneck" when multitasking. At Doha College, we teach pupils that true mastery comes from single-tasking with 100% focus bit.ly/4sRblmr #DohaCollege #EducationExchange

"The average person uses 10% of their brain capacity." - Great for a Hollywood plot, but why would we carry around 90% "dead weight"? At Doha College, we know potential is about training, not unlocking. Let’s discuss. bit.ly/4sRblmr #DohaCollege #EducationExchange