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15 November 2014 Last updated at 04:17

Language lessons need 'new life' Children with flags

Language teachers should aim beyond "functional phrasebook competence" and instil a desire for self-expression in pupils, a leading headmistress says.

Students in lecture University marking ban talks agreed

A marking ban by academics angry at plans to change their pensions could be called off next week after the two sides agree talks.

Commons Speaker John Bercow opens proceedings of the Youth ParliamentYouth Parliament in Commons debates

Delegates from the UK Youth Parliament consider votes for 16 and 17-year olds and the living wage in their annual Commons debate.

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