In a heavily audio and visual-based world our pupils are used to flashier things to get their attention. Here’s how we teachers can use it to our advantage: 1. Introduce with audio If you are …
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4 Exciting Ways to Introduce New Topics to Your Pupils
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World Water Day 22nd March 2023 Accelerating Change
Water is the building block of life. It’s easy for many of us to take water for granted as it just comes out of a tap anytime you want it. Yet, all over the globe …
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10 Tips for Teaching While Pregnant
So you’re expecting! Congratulations! There is a lot of planning and preparation that takes place before a baby arrives. In addition to getting things ready at home for your new arrival, you’ll need to prepare …
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Teachers As Data Analysts
With the increasing pressure to provide evidence that children’s needs are being catered for, teachers need more training in data analysis. In the changing role of education, there is great consensus that teachers should continually …
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What to do when you have a few minutes left at the end of class
We have all been there. Your lesson has finished and you have five minutes left before the bell rings. What should you do? Here are some simple ideas for you to try. Review Review and …
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5 Ways to Use a Timer in the Classroom
Timers are a must tool for teachers. Here are five ways I love to use a timer in my classroom! 1. Sharing Time – Setting a timer for sharing time is helpful to stay on schedule and …
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Is Online Teaching Turning Children Into Zombies?
There is no doubt that online learning/teaching has changed education. We often hear about children who are addicted to their smartphones, tablets or video games, adults too. Children are exposed far too much to screen …
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Rethinking What We Know About Teaching Maths
As I am reading Craig Barton’s book, ‘How I Wish I’d Taught Maths’, I can’t help but be in awe of a person like him, who questioned his already successful and validated outstanding teaching style. …
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x + y: A Mathematician’s Manifesto for Rethinking Gender – My thoughts
This book came into my hands as a Christmas gift from my father, a mathematician. After I got over my initial, ‘Oh gosh! ! Why would I be interested in this book thoughts…’ I decided …
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10 Things Teachers Do On Top Of Teaching
If you are a teacher, you know you don’t just teach in a day’s work. Teaching is one of the most underestimated professions out there and if you are wondering why, read on to find …
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