Remember when going to school involved sitting up straight in a classroom while the teacher pointed at the chalkboard and asked you to recite what was written? Well, as we now know, this wasn’t exactly the most enjoyable way to learn and not particularly effective either.
Thankfully, today’s generation has access to more engaging materials and modern technology such as tablet computers, which means that traditional teaching techniques are being increasingly left behind.
Spending quality time together as a family can be extremely enjoyable. But even though the summer holidays allow for fun and frolics in the sun, it can also be quite a difficult and demanding six weeks, not to mention expensive.
After all, we all know how much prices go up during the summer holidays, while the boundless energy of kids knows no bounds. Therefore, it helps to have a few free things to do every now and again. Here are 10 suggestions:
Strategy Education are proud to sponsor the Under 9s Rugby Team at Maldon Rugby Club, 2016-2017
Regular testing of students is an excellent way to determine their comprehension of the material being taught in class. It allows teachers to identify any areas of the curriculum which students are struggling with and to identify individuals who are struggling.
However, for a test to be valuable, it must be well-structured, free of bias, consistent and fair to all students. Here are some useful tips to help you prepare high-quality tests that will give you valuable insight into your students.
Most children are naturally inquisitive and interested in learning new things. Unfortunately, this principle does not always apply when it comes to maths! Many children find the rote learning of mathematical tables and memorisation of mathematical formulas to be boring. It’s no wonder memorising an abstract mathematical rule is far less exciting than reading a story, playing music or learning more about history.
Job sharing has become increasingly common in the education sector over the past 10 years. It is an innovative new approach to employment that involves multiple teachers sharing a single employment contract. They share all aspects of the position, including its responsibilities, benefits, hours and vacation days.
How the contract is split can vary, ranging anywhere from 50/50 to 80/20. This type of arrangement is often preferred by teachers who are returning to the workforce after a pregnancy or illness. Job sharing is also used by teachers who prefer a more flexible work/life balance.
Have you just landed a new job in the education sector? Congratulations! Roles in the education sector are fulfilling, challenging and interesting. You are going to love your new job.
While starting a new job can be very exciting, but it can also be nerve-wracking . You will be trying to make a great first impression on your new coworkers and bosses while learning a great deal of information about your new workplace.
Lesson planning helps teachers deliver lessons that are effective and focused. A well-planned lesson is also more engaging, stimulating, and interesting for your students. They will enjoy the lesson more and educational outcomes will be improved when lessons are well-structured.
Lesson planning can also help teachers gradually improve the effectiveness of each lesson and avoid past mistakes. Here are some simple tips that will help you perfect your lesson planning.
Becoming a teaching assistant is an excellent way to start a career in the education sector. As a teaching assistant, you will be asked to provide support to a teacher in the classroom, which allows them to focus on instructing their students.
A teaching assistant will help the teacher to plan, organise, and deliver each lesson to students. They will also work closely with students, monitoring their behaviour and helping them understand each lesson.
Rob visited Harlow Fields School and College to help plant four cox apple trees in their new orchard. Strategy were proud to sponsor the trees to help form an orchard for the children to enjoy.
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