Making Every Primary Lesson Count E-Book

Jo Payne

• Herausgeber: Crown House Publishing
• Kategorie: Bildung
• Sprache: Englisch
• Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2017

Beschreibung

InMaking Every Primary Lesson Count: Six Principles to Support Great Teaching and Learning, full-time primary teachers Jo Payne and Mel Scott share evidence-informed practice and gimmick-free advice for ensuring that every lesson makes a difference for young learners. Writing in the engaging style of Shaun Allison and Andy Tharby's award-winning Making Every Lesson Count, the book is underpinned by six pedagogical principles challenge, explanation, modelling, practice, feedback and questioning and provides simple, realistic strategies to develop a culture of growth and excellence with pupils. Jo and Mel advocate an approach designed to cultivate a growth mindset in the classroom and guide children towards independence: motivating both teachers and pupils to aim high and put in the effort required to be successful in all subject areas. The authors also offer tips from across the Early Years and Key Stages 1 to 2 phases on how to implement effective routines and procedures so that pupils are clear about what is expected from them in the classroom. Making Every Primary LessonCountis for new and experienced teachers alike. It does not pretend to be a magic bullet. It does not claim to have all the answers. Rather the aim of the book is to provide effective strategies to bring the six principles to life, with each chapter introduced by two fictional scenarios rooted in situations primary teachers typically encounter and concluding in a series of questions to inspire reflective thought and help you relate the content to your own practice. In an age of educational quick fixes and ever-moving goalposts, this precise and insightful addition to the Making Every Lesson Count series will have a high impact on learning in the classroom: enabling pupils to leave primary school as confident, successful learners equipped with the skills and knowledge required of them. Suitable for all Early Years and primary teachers.

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Praise for Making Every Primary Lesson Count

I really like two specific things about this book. The first thing is that at its heart is a list of six important principles: challenge, explanation, modelling, practice, feedback and questioning. The discussions around these educational touchstones create a very useful guide which transcends top tips and quick fixes – inviting the reader to think for themselves. The second thing is that it is written by two teachers at the top of their game. Jo and Mel have produced a book that avoids empty preaching and instead offers relevant signposting for the hard-working teacher of today. An important addition to the primary teacher’s bookshelf.

Hywel Roberts, travelling teacher, curriculum imagineer and author of Oops! Helping Children Learn Accidentally  

What makes Making Every Primary Lesson Count special is the way it is rooted in theory yet packed full of practical examples. Drawing on their extensive first-hand experience, Jo and Mel show how teachers can turn evidence-based approaches into everyday classroom practice and demonstrate that great teaching isn’t about tricks or gimmicks – it’s about applying a set of core principles consistently well.

Regardless of whether they are NQTs taking their first steps into the classroom or experienced professionals refining their skills, this book will help all teachers take their practice to the next level.

James Bowen, Director, NAHT Edge  

Jo and Mel have done a great job of bringing together research and practice for primary teachers. Each chapter contains useful strategies for creating a more effective learning environment, making good use of the best theory and research without ever forgetting that primary teaching is essentially about the relationships between teachers and their students in the classroom. New teachers will find it a great source of ideas for tackling the key aspects of great teaching, and more experienced teachers will recognise much and pick up a few new ideas along the way.

Michael Tidd, Deputy Head Teacher, Edgewood Primary School  

Making Every Primary Lesson Count is a highly accessible, practical book for primary teachers which makes constant reference to relevant, current and powerful research evidence.

Its framework provides an essential underpinning of what matters most: challenge, explanation, modelling, deliberate practice, questioning and feedback. The authors have taken all that we currently know about children’s learning and woven it into highly practical strategies. Each chapter begins with two real-life scenarios which are then fully analysed and developed. We are not only shown how key research informs us of how we need to teach, but are also given a range of well-sourced practical strategies and ideas.

Several threads run through the writing: the ethos of a growth mindset and the importance of struggle; the framework of formative assessment; high expectations for all with no false ceilings; and the need for clarity, practice and modelling. These ideas, if followed, will go a long way towards helping teachers, as the authors say, “guide children towards independence”.

Shirley Clarke, formative assessment expert, Associate, UCL Institute of Education  

Filled with relevant anecdotes and practical examples, Making Every Primary Lesson Count explains in detail how to get the very best from every pupil in your care and makes you reflect on the visible difference you can make as a teacher.

Now needed more than ever, this important book will help transform lessons from being dry and functional to serving an actual purpose.

Stephen Lockyer, Enrichment Leader, Lumen Learning Trust  

Using the familiar format of Making Every Lesson Count, Jo and Mel have brought a practical wisdom, rooted in primary classroom practice and experience, to this excellent book. A teaching manual full of invaluable guidance for primary practitioners, the values of excellence and growth have been exemplified in each chapter.

Whether you are beginning your teaching career or looking to review and renew your practice, this book will help, support and challenge you in equal measure. Keep it to hand rather than at the back of your teacher’s cupboard.

Stephen Tierney, author of Liminal Leadership  

Making Every Primary Lesson Count is a boon for all those interested in honing their classroom skills by finding out more about the science of pedagogy. It uses key research to produce a range of practical tips and ideas which have been used effectively in school settings.

This book is both engaging and highly readable.

Will Ryan, primary education consultant, trainer and author

Acknowledgements

We would like to thank our amazing colleagues and pupils at Vale School, both past and present, who have provided the inspiration for this book. Particular thanks must go to our head teacher, Martin Garratt, for his support, encouragement and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of excellence.

Jo: I would like to thank my family, who have been encouraging and supportive throughout this process. My mother, Janet Sharp, has inspired my understanding, views and knowledge of education and is greatly responsible for my passion for and enjoyment of teaching. I am particularly grateful to my husband, Matt, who has been incredibly patient during the writing of this book; the process was made easier because of his continuing care and love.

Mel: I would like to thank my partner, Nicholas, for allowing me the time and space to write and for providing invaluable support. I would also like to thank my children, Daisy and Oscar – your belief in me has been my greatest inspiration and I am so very proud of you both. Most of all, I would like to thank my wonderful parents, David and Dorothy. Over the years, you have given both your time and love so generously.

Contents

Title PageAcknowledgementsIntroduction1:Challenge2:Explanation3:Modelling4:Practice5:Feedback6:QuestioningFinal ThoughtsBibliographyCopyright

Introduction

A primary teacher’s cupboard can tell many tales: items kept for years after they cease to be part of the curriculum can be unearthed from its depths. After all, they may be needed again. Some objects in the cupboard have never been used: those heavily discounted wooden flowers – surely they hold too much potential to be thrown out? You can never be entirely sure what is stored in The Cupboard until the time comes to reorganise it, once and for all.

Both of us have recently experienced the need to sort through the mysterious items in our cupboards. Mel moved classrooms and, despite having relocated many times and held on to the entire contents – including those resources lurking at the back which had been passed on by previous guardians – this time she decided that a full-scale de-clutter was required. Jo needed to locate her copy of a storybook that she knew would be perfect for teaching some English lessons on imperative verbs; she knew it was somewhere in The Cupboard. Many items were found which are completely irrelevant to what happens in our classrooms now, each with its own tale to tell.