In the age of TikTok and Reels, pupils lose interest very quickly as they have become accustomed to short, sharp entertainment and information. Teachers face a considerable challenge to keep pupils on track and focused in the classroom.
Poor attention leads to a lack of learning and retention, so finding out more about proven techniques that can be used to optimise pupils’ attention is essential.
Adaptive teaching is a powerful approach that empowers teachers to tailor their methods to meet the diverse needs of their students.
While it may seem abstract, implementing adaptive teaching can significantly enhance classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
This blog will explore actionable strategies and insights into adaptive teaching, drawing from established teacher standards and recent academic research.
As a teacher, no doubt you will always want to improve how your students retain information.
Developing a better understanding of memory techniques can be helpful so you can plan ways to help your students improve their memory for learning.
Read our handy guide for valuable tips and information.
Teachers can positively impact pupil performance by encouraging and helping them consider their goals for the year ahead.
It’s a good idea to capitalise on their new term enthusiasm by helping them record these goals so they can continue to reflect on their progress. Setting goals can also help them to focus and banish any anxieties they may have.
The Labour government announced a plan to put critical thinking at the front of the curriculum in England and has established a curriculum and assessment review to create a viable plan for change.
Prioritising critical thinking is a common theme in school curriculums globally, but there are barriers to making a dramatic change to our curriculum, primarily due to restraints such as financial, resourcing and time.
So, what does the government mean by critical thinking, and why is it considered so essential to formalise its inclusion in the English curriculum?
Supply teaching offers a unique and fulfilling career path for educators who crave flexibility and the chance to experience diverse teaching environments. Whether you’re just starting out in your teaching career or are an experienced teacher seeking a change of pace, supply teaching allows you to work in various schools, engage with different student groups, and continuously learn and adapt to new teaching methods.
It’s a career choice that not only broadens your professional horizons but also equips you with invaluable skills that can enhance your overall teaching journey.
Let’s talk about robots! Some research has investigated the potential of robot teachers. Yes, that’s right: Robot teachers.
Now, you are either rolling your eyes or feeling a little anxious, but with the advancement of AI, it’s a topic that we have to take seriously.
Before we get carried away, let’s look at the research in more detail.
Ross Morrison McGill, an influential educator who established the Teacher Toolkit website, has produced some new research into feedback strategies for teachers.
In his new book, he has broken down marking into nine approaches to help educators with formative assessments. He aims to reduce the workload for teachers while delivering worthwhile quality feedback. An in-depth guide to his methods is available here.
Let us take a look at some of the reasons why he has developed these strategies.
Helping students to improve study skills is a vital element of teaching in secondary school. What better way to help students study more effectively than to use the latest research to ascertain which strategies are most effective?
As educators, we always look for strategies that can elevate our teaching and enhance student learning. One powerful technique that has garnered significant attention is retrieval practice. This method involves recalling information from memory, which research shows is more effective for long-term retention than other study methods like rereading or passive review.
But how can teachers best implement this technique in their classrooms, especially given the diverse learning needs of students?