MASTERCLASS
Introduction
Importance of Looking After the Individual in a Community of Learners
What Makes a Good Learning Environment?
Summary
ISSUES IN EDUCATION
Introduction
A Palatable Alternative to Selling Crisps in School Tuck Shops
Inclusion Is About Identifying and Removing Injustices
Time to Give SENCOs the Support They Deserve
Schools Are a Microcosm of their Local Community
Good Practice Is What Makes Teaching a Job worth Having
Importance of Planning
Noise Control - A Level of Distraction
Summary
LEADERSHIP
Introduction
Time for Individual Needs to Take Priority
All Teachers Can Be Managers and Leaders
A Team Doesn't Pull Together without Effective Leadership
No Teacher is an Island - they Need to Collaborate
Meetings Are not a Waste of Teachers' Time
Teachers Should Seize the Chance to Become Budget Holders
Summary
CLASSROOM PRACTICE
Introduction
Pupils Thrive in Structured, Creative Mess
Learning Should Be Staged Like Scaffolding with the Next Level
Visible Threats Quash Bad Behaviour but Positive Reinforcement Has Lasting Effect
Successful Teachers Focus On Learning Not Behaviour Management
The Referee in the Classroom - Expectations and Rules
Rewards and Praise Work Much Better than Threats and Punishment
Communication in Schools Should Be in a Quiet Way and Shouting Is Outlawed
Children Who Have Not Learnt How to Behave Need Expert Help
Good Teachers Focus on What Each Pupil Can Do
Assessment Should Be a Means to Improve Teaching
The Art of Report Writing
The Public Examination System Is a Bit Like a Lift
A Stressed Teacher Will Be Less Effective than a Relaxed One
Summary
ARTS
Introduction
A Different Tune
Teachers Can Still Make Performers of their Students
A Few Tips on How to Face the Music of the School Performance
Creative Ideas Can Be Found In the Oddest Places
Summary
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Introduction
Trainee Teachers Need Qualified and Devoted Mentors
How to Give Newly Qualified Teachers a Good Start
Much More Thought Should Be Given To Planning Staff Training Days
Make Provision for Continuing Professional Development - a Space To Grow
Everyone Should Consider Further Study for Themselves
Summary
FUTURES
Introduction
Differences in Educational Provision in Schools and FE Colleges
Recruit People to the Profession
Increased Use of Computers Has Had a Limited Impact On Learning
Is Remodelling the National Curriculum the Way Forward?
Remodelling the Workforce - How to Make Best Use of Extra Staff
A New Curriculum Geared to Individual Needs
Summary
