Tag Archives: explanation

Explain please….

Posted on March 9, 2014 by classteaching

Last week, some members of the Leadership Team ‘walked through’ our core subjects, English, maths and science.  These three departments all get very good outcomes, so the purpose of these ‘learning visits’ was very simple – to look for and … Continue reading →

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Making explanations stick

Posted on February 24, 2014 by classteaching

Last weekend a twitter conversation resulted in our teaching ‘Big 4’ evolving into 5 – Challenge, explanation, modelling, questioning & feedback.  More can be read on this here. If I’m honest, I haven’t really given a huge amount of thought … Continue reading →

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The Evolution of ‘The Big 4’

Posted on February 16, 2014 by classteaching

Over the past year or so, I’ve been very keen on the idea of developing a ‘tight but loose’ approach to teaching across my school.  By that I mean highlighting a few key pedagogical principles that are key to great … Continue reading →

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See it – Learn it

Posted on September 26, 2013 by classteaching

The 15 minute forum tonight was led by Chris Woodcock (@c_woddcock100).  As well as being a Deputy Headteacher, Chris is also teaches geography.  Over the last couple of years, he has been trying to develop strategies to support and challenge … Continue reading →

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