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Research opportunities

The British Council offers scholarships and other opportunities for teachers wishing to undertake research projects, including overseas opportunities.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /britishcouncil

The Research Informed Practice Site provides overviews and summaries of current research and policy, as well as listing opportunities for research.
http://www.standards.dfes.go v.uk/research/

Information on how to become involved in research is available from TeacherNet.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /research/opportunities/

Professional development programmes often provide training in research skills, requiring participants to undertake small-scale research in their own schools.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /research/opportunities/developmentprogra mmes/