Having just finished the first CPL session with our great cohort of NQT / ITT it made me reflect upon my own start to teaching. I thought back to what my biggest concern was and it struck me: behaviour management! Now my concern is really focussed on the learning that happens and I spend time … Continue reading →
As February starts, teachers with examination groups across the country suddenly become acutely aware of the passage of time; seconds, minutes, hours, lessons, days, weeks, months; no matter how you measure it the looming examination season tends to sharpen focus on what has been done and what there is still to do when supporting students … Continue reading →
Today we had an enlightening 15 minute forum from Tom Freeman regarding student behaviour. He talked about some of the common problems that we all might face as classroom practitioners; Defiance Class Clown Interrupting Disrespectful Refusal to work Silly noises Abusive Language Tom shared with those who attended a really useful resource that was produced … Continue reading →
This week I have been fortunate to be able visit a number of lessons. In particular I was investigating our expectations and seeking to find out how members of staff are setting out and achieving high expectations with different groups of students. As the week has progressed a number of common elements have been consistent … Continue reading →
