Mum of two and maths teacher in West Yorkshire. NCETM PD lead, Maths Hub work group lead, L&T lead (numeracy and literacy), NPQML, NPQLL, Induction tutor
What a PLEASURE to make summary of @greg_ashman's EXCELLENT (and very short!) book on Cognitive Load Theory.
What makes it stand out? Depth and nuance throughout ensuring the classroom suggestions reach back to the original research.
Summary here:
https://t.co/O8uDMfRgaw
I’ve put a load of my most popular files together in a Dropbox folder. Let me know if you’d like the link. Can I also ask that you share this post pretty please 🙏 (as it seems the only way to get anything seen nowadays!). 😊
Popping back to tell you that https://t.co/nyS8pmwN6T and https://t.co/foHQ8yJjuy are now live, with practice papers and revision resources galore
But also, all the Maths is now happening on Bluesky. Get over there!
We are stacking a new habit - Bookmark Mondays. Over the week (like many I guess) we save lots of posts that we want to return to or explore in more detail. Like this amazing resources from @MrGoodwin23 and @teacherhead which we have come back to, through our bookmarks, and will share as the feature CPD snack on our whole school Monday briefing today.
@JamesClear
📚 Loving our T&L Book Club!
Staff get these one-pagers summarising the chapters we’ve explored from @KateJones_teach and @Doug_Lemov — perfect for quick reflection and classroom inspiration. #CPD#TeachingAndLearning
SecEd Podcast: This episode offers a range of practical ideas & advice – as well as examples from two secondary #schools – for how we can identify & support students with speech, language, communication needs https://t.co/hzkrZN8ZUl #SLCN#Inclusion#Teaching#SENCOs
Post includes this FREE one-page guide on Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction — 10 research-based strategies every teacher should know.
https://t.co/NAauJn39lu
A quarter of parents & carers in the UK report that helping their children with maths homework makes them anxious, but actively engaging parents can make a huge difference! Read more here 👇🏼 we'd love your feedback
https://t.co/Sr3Nt64Jp4
🏫Open Evening resources 🏫
Hosting your annual Open Evening this half term?
Looking for some fresh ideas?
We have a selection of activities for your consideration!
A personal favourite is the make 100 resource shown below 👀👇
https://t.co/73OZv3N2ia
🗣️🗣️🗣️CHORAL RESPONSE! When every student answers every question, you multiply practice opportunities, surface misconceptions instantly, and build fluency. This FREE one-page guide shows how to implement it with clarity and consistency.
https://t.co/tCAOVHKblP
Today we launched new research asking: ""what does AI mean for the future of literacy?""
New findings offer insight into how young people and teachers use generative AI, and whether literacy skills can support a more critical approach.
Find out more: https://t.co/HoFl3IB7sh
MATHS TEACHERS: If you’re seeking ways to add quirky ‘real world’ maths to lessons next year I’ve updated my blog index https://t.co/gvU8G90EeX . You can use it to find odd applications of (say) quadratic equations. It’s the sort of thing you might use as a lesson starter (1/3)
Throughout the programme, ECTs develop a strong sense of ‘professional voice’. They strive for excellence in their teaching to positively impact the outcomes for their pupils. Read our Outstanding Ofsted report https://t.co/m7g2NXLrtZ
Teaching students to master challenging texts is critical. Our latest Substack post explores how strategic close reading builds the habits and "cognitive patience" needed to persist and succeed.
https://t.co/IPtOh2s4G7
Here’s a knowledge organizer to use with the Learning How to Learn unit. Students will keep a copy in their binder w/ their booklet. Below is also a previous thread I posted on using knowledge organizers to make essential knowledge explicit and accessible. https://t.co/wMeoxWLNTP
✍️ 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 SEND learners!
🔄 REPOST and snag it for FREE from my website: https://t.co/Xj2XpPGvnu