5 ways to motivate reluctant readers
The practice of reading is diminishing, both in and out of the classroom. Despite its copious benefits including cognitive engagement, vocabulary expansion and improved concentration;…
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How your teaching style can make a difference
With barriers to learning still a major issue for students from all backgrounds, ‘winging it’ when helping a student to succeed, takes up too much…
How to teach your pupils to plan a successful essay
Planning. Arguably, the most important stage of the writing process. Without one, writing can appear unstructured, difficult to read and incoherent.
Communicating to ALL in the first 5 minutes
“Good morning class. I need you to get your book, pencil case and planner out. Write the title shown on the board and begin the…
Managing homework: The pupil, teacher and parents
Supporting the parents in supporting the child with their homework is crucial and will ultimately enable there to be progress and achievement.
Beautiful work
Written by Mary Myatt ‘The best preparation for good work tomorrow is to do good work today.’ Elbert Hubbard.
Crafting the ‘wow’ factor in your classroom
Following on from the idea of beginning every session with a ‘wow’ factor or a key question to get them involved is thinking about how…
Reward systems for celebrating good behaviour
Managing a room full of a variety of abilities, behaviours and personalities, taking the time to recognise those in the classroom who have worked hard…
Developing expertise
Written by Mary Myatt ‘True intuitive expertise is learned from prolonged experience with good feedback on mistakes.’ Daniel Kahneman.
Cutting out the classroom chaos
As schools open for the new academic year in September 2020 after a historic experience of being in lockdown, preparing seating plans arising out of…