From creating a classroom culture where children feel safe answering questions, to properly differentiating questions and ensuring shy children get involved. In ‘The Secondary A-Z Of…’, how do teachers ask effective questions? From theory to practical tips, this programme explores the...
In ‘Manage that Class with Sue Cowley’, Sue works with a Year 5 teacher offering useful advice on maintaining the flow and dealing with distractions. Using cameras and microphones concealed in the classroom, Sue Cowley observes a Year 5 lesson taught by Jenny Gunsten without actually being present...
20-year-old John Simpson, himself on the autistic spectrum, guides us through the theory and reality of life for many ASD pupils. As well as sharing his own story, he speaks to Autism West Midlands’ Sue Hatton about the condition and Mike Collins from the National Autistic Society, who reveals the...
What kind of teachers do pupils prefer?
How teachers can encourage critical thinking skills in pupils
How classroom layout can help maximise pupils’ learning
Advise on body language techniques for teachers
Here is a ten minute activity that could be delivered during a Teacher’s meeting. This activity would be most effectively delivered either just before the holidays, or during a training day before the children return from their holidays before the new Madrasah year. Simple ideas to improve...
They say that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. That’s why it’s important when your new class walks through the door on the first day of term that you project the image of a teacher who is calm, positive and assertive. Whether you get it right or wrong, you’ll feel the...
A Year 5 class teacher, found a number of strategies that help the statemented ADHD pupils and proved useful with the rest of the class. Consistent and clear boundaries are important – putting rules in place at the start of the year and ensuring all staff stick to them. Also, chunking...
