This week we look at front loaded instructions and the use of language in explanations.

A reflection on student presentation in assessment books in preparation for the annual book check. Article can be found here: https://teacherhead.com/2017/05/12/presentation-potentially-a-powerful-proxy-for-progress-shortblog/ If you would like to be involved in the next episode please contact Phil Bourne, or Charlie Yeates. Thanks!

A dive into spiral curriculums with Charlie and Phil.

Have you done your Wordle today?  We chat with Jo Harland today about @mrlouieevans take on Wordle and its applications in education. 

In this episode we discuss our modelling practice in the classroom and asses the changes in pedagogical advice regarding how we teach our students how to work. 

A discussion focusing on mock exams inspired by Mr. Pink (@positiveteacha). Should we continue to keep them open ended, or give students the questions in advance? 

 A look into the guidance issued by the DfE on wellbeing for staff in a post pandemic world. We are joined by wellbeing lead, Olivia Draisey who offers her unique insight on these issues. If you would like to be involved in the podcast please email either Charlie or Phil.

A perspective on inquiry learning and the potential obstacles it causes to effective learning. Thanks to Garry for joining us this week and providing the reading.  If you would like to join us one week please email Charlie Yeates and Phil Bourne

Ben Newmark (@BenNewmark) presents 16 steps to starting a successful lesson. We discuss Ben's approach while adding our own perspective on how to start a new academic year.  To get involved in the podcast email Charlie or Phil. 

An engaging discussion with 2 ECT's who discuss their experience of teacher training during COVID while reflecting on work from Linda La Velle et al.