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Tip #11: Pupils off task? Accurately predict and time activities.

Poorly predicted task duration can lead to poor quality work. Try breaking tasks down into bite-size chunks. … Read More Tip #11: Pupils off task? Accurately predict and time activities.

May 23, 2017May 23, 2017 Dan Whittaker1 Comment

Tip #10: Explain why bad behaviour is bad.

Unless you explain your expectations, it’s wrong to assume that pupils will accept them. … Read More Tip #10: Explain why bad behaviour is bad.

May 18, 2017May 18, 2017 Dan Whittaker5 Comments

Tip #9: Transitions: step back to get on track.

Transitions strike fear in the heart of many teachers. They hold the potential to make or break lessons and it’s all too common for them to introduce chaos and stress into the class climate (Ofsted, 2013; TALIS, 2013; Bennett, 2017). Taking a step back and watching transitions will help you to identify any emerging issues and… Read More Tip #9: Transitions: step back to get on track.

May 14, 2017 Dan Whittaker1 Comment

Tip #8: Become a classroom-management issue sharp-shooter.

How much do you really see when teaching? How many children do you miss when you do look? Knowing what to look for and where to do it from allows you to quickly halt behaviour issues and spot struggling pupils. Consider this quote about an experienced teacher: ‘After trying to give eye contact to students… Read More Tip #8: Become a classroom-management issue sharp-shooter.

May 8, 2017 Dan Whittaker4 Comments

Tip #7: Fidget toys: good. Poor expectations: bad.

Fidget toys have got a bad rep but they work if you communicate your expectations clearly and enforce ruthlessly.… Read More Tip #7: Fidget toys: good. Poor expectations: bad.

April 30, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker7 Comments

Tip #6: Sit in every seat to experience a pupil’s-eye view of your classroom.

Sit in every seat in your class to truly understand your pupils’ physical environment to enhance your learning climate.… Read More Tip #6: Sit in every seat to experience a pupil’s-eye view of your classroom.

April 24, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker2 Comments

Tip #5 – Gain trust by apologising when you mess up in class.

Apologising after you’ve messed up in class can quickly restore trust if done correctly. The guidelines here should help.… Read More Tip #5 – Gain trust by apologising when you mess up in class.

April 17, 2017August 9, 2020 Dan WhittakerLeave a comment

Tip #4: Is addressing poor behaviour a time drain? Try memorised ‘consistency scripts’.

Using memorised ‘consistency scripts’ reinforce behaviour expectations and reduce time and stress when addressing issues.

… Read More Tip #4: Is addressing poor behaviour a time drain? Try memorised ‘consistency scripts’.

April 8, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker11 Comments

Tip #3 – Rows beat groups for a focused, independent learning climate.

Arranging your tables in individual or paired rows will reduce distraction and promote concentration and independence.… Read More Tip #3 – Rows beat groups for a focused, independent learning climate.

April 8, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker2 Comments

Not a dirty word: micromanagement might be just what your class needs.

Micromanage wisely to develop trust and excellent outcomes in your class/… Read More Not a dirty word: micromanagement might be just what your class needs.

April 2, 2017May 12, 2017 Dan Whittaker3 Comments

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