Direct & explicit instruction is highly effective for #multilingual learners- it provides clarity, structure and focused language input.
However, consider scaffolding, cultural references & balancing interaction to ensure it's truly impactful.
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#EAL#edutwitter
I've said this before, but I'll say it again. READING FOR PLEASURE has the biggest positive impact of any factor on children's life chances. So if you want to change their lives forever - make books & reading central to everything you do. And let them just enjoy it! #literacy
It’s that time of year - TEPICC Reflective Groups are back again for Black and Global Majority applicants. Please share so it reaches the right people (https://t.co/G9v29VncTe) Remember spaces are limited!
I invite and welcome all my EP, TEP, and assistant EP colleagues to join a growing educational psychology community on BlueSky for engaging, stimulating, and supportive discussions https://t.co/DzSe0AuVSB
If any parents or professionals have concerns (as I do) about social media/smartphone usage in children and young people (under 16s) please consider reading and signing this petition: https://t.co/rSWEKYJhEe #NoSmartPhones4Under16s