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Read more in the 15 February issue of Tes magazine [Open in browser]( [Tes. For teaching]( [banner]( [Header]( Hello {NAME} Randomised controlled trials. They're controversial and have been labelled as unethical by some when used in education. But professor Steve Higgins says those concerns are overblown and that RCTs are a much-needed piece of the education research puzzle. Read more in the 15 February issue of Tes magazine. Simply subscribe by Monday 11 February to get your copy delivered to your door. [subscribe now]( PLUS...The Week in Education A short collection of the best of the week's quotes, stories, lists, facts, humour, podcasts and more. AND...this issue's regular features [Tes focus on...] Creativity Chris Parr talks to professor Stellan Ohlsson about his work in trying to define what creativity is, and about whether we can measure creativity or teach it. [Research in action] A new approach to helping children in care Virtual school headteacher Darren Martindale explains a research project that has boosted the attainment of children in care and improved educational outcomes. [Talking point] Teachers can’t meet the needs of all pupils, all the time – and that’s ok Budget cuts and a shift away from ability grouping means demands on teachers for individual support are higher than ever. Shannen Doherty argues that we need to find a way to cope, and that does not mean burning yourself out. [Leadership] Reducing the scrutiny to up the productivity Assistant headteacher Justin Delap argues that leadership has to be more hands-off while ensuring effective teaching – a balance he thinks he has found the answer to. [subscribe now]( New app for Tes magazine subscribers You can now access all current magazine content in our Tes for Teachers app, where you can choose between articles from our Tes, Tes Scotland and FE editions. With the Tes for Teachers app you're able to access education news, browse Tes Jobs, follow conversations in Tes Groups AND read the magazine content all in the same app. As of today, the Tes magazine app is no longer in service. If you don't already have it - download the Tes for Teachers app now. [Tes magazine]( [Get it on Google Play]( [Download on the App Store ]( Too many emails? You can change your [email preference settings]( anytime. This website and its content is subject to our [Terms and Conditions](. Tes Global Ltd is registered in England (Company No 02017289) with its registered office at 26 Red Lion Square London WC1R 4HQ.