Oracy Education Commission

We need to talk about oracy—what it is, why it matters, and why it matters now, in particular.

We are proud to share the final report from The Oracy Education Commission, including our findings and recommendations.

We need to talk👇

bit.ly/OEC-report

The #oracy momentum continues …

Talking about #oracy …
Dr Andrew Rogoyski @PeopleCentredAI: “Our assumption that you can tell a student’s mastery of a subject by asking them to write an essay is being fundamentally challenged. This means vivas, or discussions, about examined topics.” theguardian.com/education/2025…

As Professor ⁦Neil Mercer ⁦@OracyCambridge⁩ says:
“I think oracy is still not properly understood. I don’t think policymakers always recognise what is involved and why it matters …” tes.com/magazine/analy…

As part of our series of ‘Commission Conversation’ podcasts, last year @RealGeoffBarton talked to @olidebotton - today confirmed as new expert adviser on education & skills to the PM - about the value of #oracy, curriculum reform, and social justice: open.spotify.com/episode/3ummcw…