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A quick task, often a question or two, that pupils complete at the end of a lesson so the teacher can check understanding.

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Topic
Teaching and learning

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Plenary All four UK nations (details may differ)
The part of a lesson, usually at the end, where learning is reviewed and consolidated.
Formative assessment All four UK nations (details may differ) United States International
Assessment during learning, used to find out what pupils understand and adapt teaching; also called assessment for learning.

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