@MrMetacognition saying a student's name before asking the question is a legitimate use of Cold Call as per its TLAC definition https://t.co/rXsljZc3Fh
My first lesson:
How do I start off with new classes? It's taken me a while, but this is now my routine 👇👇
First, make sure
1. A new exercise book is on everyone's seat
2. All chairs are down
3. Work is on the board
4. I have a seating plan
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Amazing Lesson Design Outline - Miguel Guhlin, this is a helpful resource based on research-based classroom strategies packed with lots of useful links. Great for anyone looking for something new in their teaching practice or those just starting out.
https://t.co/Q7X2UAKq63
Direct instruction is joyful & leads pupils to success. Here is a *clip* where I use high frequency & high participation questioning in 3 phases:
1. Check for listening
2. Rehearsal
3. Check for understanding
Established routines: all hands up, turn & talk, SLANT & ruler reading
🧠 Why Don’t Students Like School? by @DTWillingham is one of the most influential books for teachers on cognitive science. It explores how students’ minds work and how to use this knowledge to be a better teacher.
🪡 THREAD… TOP 5 TAKEAWAYS!
Mini whiteboards are one of the most effective tools for real-time formative assessment. They make learning visible, foster participation, and allow for immediate feedback. Here's how they can transform your teaching. 🧵⬇️
Huge new result:
Anti-racism trainings probably lead people to accuse others of racism even when they're not racist.
That's exactly the result of a new study on DEI trainings, with a special focus on the impacts of the works of Ibram X. Kendi and Robin DiAngelo.
Let's dig in🧵
✍️ Understanding the challenges faced by SEND students in writing is critical for all teachers. This collaboration with @MrFerguson85 offers key information and important strategies to support these learners. If you missed Martin’s talk at @researchEDBelf then you need a copy!
🔄 Please REPOST before grabbing it for FREE from my website: https://t.co/yHBoZfameE
📣 POSTERS! I have a growing collection of FREE evidence-informed posters available to download from my website. Perfect conversation starters and excellent resources to support professional development. Get. Share. Grow! 🌱
👊 REPOST and grab HQ copies here: https://t.co/Xj2XpPGvnu
With the manifestos for the main parties announced I have shared a General Election summary with staff and students ahead of our mock election. Fully hyperlinked for anyone that wants to look up their constituency, candidates and compare their personal political philosophy.
Incredibly dangerous and wet conditions at Royston Station @GNRailUK due to Rail Replacement services. Not well thought out people movement management at all!
“In schools where behaviour standards are high, disadvantaged children do disproportionately well.
In schools where behaviour standards are weak, disadvantaged children do disproportionately badly.”
The concept of white privilege is a highly contested term, with no universal agreement on its definition or implications. We should avoid teaching children subjective ideas that are open to interpretation as if they were objective facts.
https://t.co/r0QcHtPMAr
@Finn_Mackay Just wondering whether you read the proposed guidance - I didn’t see where it dictated hair styles based on sex? Would be great if you could C&P the line please