Sarah M Howell

ELT Professional author. Adjunct Professor of English at UNIVPM. Oracy Expert.

[Oracy Lab @oracy_lab]

Have you ever tried making your students' thinking visible? 🤔

Our Visible Thinking Workshops help you support deeper learning across all subjects using research-based routines.

Contact us for more info! 📩

#visiblethinking #workshops #oracylab

[Oracy Lab @oracy_lab]

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

Small check-ins with your students can make a big difference. And don’t forget, your mental health matters too. Take time to recharge, because a grounded teacher creates a grounded classroom. 🧡

#WorldMentalHealthDay2024 #oracylab

[Alex Quigley @AlexJQuigley]

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[Mike Downes (NPQLTD) @MrDownesteach]

NEW! One-pager from the awesome session by @MrsBallAP & @lamb_heart_tea at @researchED1 on 'The Scaffolding Effect'. The session was packed with valuable insights and practical strategies from @EducEndowFoundn @MaryMyatt @MargaretMulhol2 @Inner_Drive RP for a free HQ copy.

[Oracy Lab @oracy_lab]

Middle school teachers, check out these essential tips to kickstart your classroom this year! 🎯

Give students ownership, set goals, track progress, and celebrate achievements!

What’s your favorite classroom strategy? 👇 #MiddleSchool #TeachingTips #BackToSchool #oracylab

[Barbara Bleiman 🎓 Education is Conversation @BarbaraBleiman]

I can’t share this enough! If you’re thinking about Oracy & especially Talk for Learning’ this says so much, so well. Put it on your staff room wall & in all your CPD!

[Oracy Lab @oracy_lab]

Tips for Encouraging Reluctant Speakers!

Help hesitant speakers find their voice with these essential strategies.

Visit our website for a detailed guide with activities to put these ideas into action!

https://t.co/rUm1SRhthl

#Speaking #ReluctantSpeakers #Parents #oracylab

[Oracy Lab @oracy_lab]

Get your classroom ready with our free Back-to-School Resources!

Sign up now at https://t.co/Qg5P4XrW27 and download these exciting resources! You'll also receive our newsletter packed with tips, and more free resources in the future.

#freebies #backtoschool #oracylab

[The Prince and Princess of Wales @KensingtonRoyal]

A message from Catherine, The Princess of Wales

As the summer comes to an end, I cannot tell you what a relief it is to have finally completed my chemotherapy treatment.

The last nine months have been incredibly tough for us as a family. Life as you know it can change in an instant and we have had to find a way to navigate the stormy waters and road unknown.

The cancer journey is complex, scary and unpredictable for everyone, especially those closest to you.

With humility, it also brings you face to face with your own vulnerabilities in a way you have never considered before, and with that, a new perspective on everything.

This time has above all reminded William and me to reflect and be grateful for the simple yet important things in life, which so many of us often take for granted. Of simply loving and being loved.

Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus. Although I have finished chemotherapy, my path to healing and full recovery is long and I must continue to take each day as it comes.

I am however looking forward to being back at work and undertaking a few more public engagements in the coming months when I can.

Despite all that has gone before I enter this new phase of recovery with a renewed sense of hope and appreciation of life.

William and I are so grateful for the support we have received and have drawn great strength from all those who are helping us at this time. Everyone’s kindness, empathy and compassion has been truly humbling.

To all those who are continuing their own cancer journey – I remain with you, side by side, hand in hand. Out of darkness, can come light, so let that light shine bright.

🎬 by Will Warr

[Oracy Education Commission @oracycommission]

Earlier this year we commissioned a series of exploratory papers on issues related to oracy education.

Ahead of launching our final report later this month, we’re pleased to share ‘Speaking Volumes’ with you.

https://t.co/l8NW7ev4p5

[Oracy Cambridge @OracyCambridge]

We're kicking off the new school year with a *fab* new guest post by @BarbaraBleiman

Oracy: Four interconnected aspects

✔️ Learning to talk
✔️ Learning through talk
✔️ Talk for social justice
✔️ Learning about talk

Read all about it: https://t.co/GxQmjHR9fT

[Poetry By Heart @poetrybyheart]

We are delighted to be #GOE24 Community Sponsors! Looking forward to 2 days of #oracy talk with @ESBUK @NAHTnews @BLAMCharity and others. Find about more about GOE24 @voice21oracy : https://t.co/YDFH5czWkf

[Alex Quigley @AlexJQuigley]

*** '10 questions about oracy' ***

Questions for debate, along with some quick reflections:

https://t.co/rAv0knjDcG

[Sarah M Howell @sarahmhowell]

We can #endpolio forever. Join @Rotary & @CDCgov on 24 October & help make history today. #WorldPolioDay https://t.co/3fiOk4YzJ9

[Mambo Italiano @mamboitaliano__]

Venice - Italy 🇮🇹

Brad Pitt and George Clooney

60 is the new 30!

[Lexical Leo @leoselivan]

Belatedly sharing this chapter – co-authored with @BenNaismithELT – which came out earlier this year. Big thanks to Ben, the editors (M. Wyatt & F. Faez) and to everyone who filled out our survey and agreed to be interviewed! All my books & chapters: https://t.co/VPaFxVWUY3

[Lee Woods @LeeWoods0722]

Adaptive Teaching:

Scaffold, Scale, Structure and Style

@MrGoodwin23 & @AlexJQuigley

[Alex Quigley @AlexJQuigley]

‘Adaptive Teaching: Scaffolds, Scale, Structure and Style’

“It is helpful to have examples of adaptive teaching, but also to present ‘non-examples’ of what it isn’t too.”

https://t.co/vX3XzC0fxi

[Oracy Lab @oracy_lab]

Smart Summer Revision Strategies!

Whether you're preparing for exams or starting a new school year, these revision techniques can help you stay on track and make the most of your study time!
What revision techniques work best for you?

#revisiontips #oracylab #backtoschool

[Sarah M Howell @sarahmhowell]

@ProfArleneHH @DUSofE @Durham_Classics @durham_uni @BERANews @GCzerniawski Congrstulations, Arlene!