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  • 26 June 2018

    Is Smacking a Proactive or Reactive?

    Your children know if I do this mummy or daddy will give me two stokes on my palm or on my bum. It can also be reactive when you just pounce on them…

  • 21 June 2018

    The Theory Underpinning Lesson Planning

    Teaching is a science and a craft which means there are evidence based facts on best practices in teaching and learning. These are encapsulated in…

  • 19 June 2018

    Consistency

    You must not break the rule by doing it one day and forgiving the next. They should be able to count on you being consistent with the consequences.…

  • 14 June 2018

    Spice up your Classroom

    The issue is not with the dough, cheese or tomatoes. The secret is the chef their skill and craft, their timing and expertise. This is the same with…

  • 12 June 2018

    Discipline vs Punishment

    Remember our Proactive Behaviour Management Approach and Reactive Behaviour Management Approach. Discipline is a planned method of managing behaviour…

  • 7 June 2018

    Mentoring

    People say experience is the best teacher but sometimes it can teach a really hard and harsh lesson. Choose an easier and fast route by learning from…

  • 5 June 2018

    Communication

    Many times as parents we are angry because our children have not met our expectations. We think, how could you do that in public? But don’t forget if…

  • 31 May 2018

    A School’s Greatest Asset

    As a teacher you must be committed to your own professional development. You owe it to yourself to be the best that you can be. So, get on the…

  • 26 May 2018

    Essentials of Blended Learning

    Defining Blended Learning. Discussing some of the models of blended learning. Emotional engagement and cognitive engagement. Benefits of blended…

  • 26 May 2018

    Flipped Learning

    Understanding the model of a flipped classroom. Comparing a traditional classroom to a flipped classroom. Flipped learning vs the Flipped Classroom.…

  • 26 May 2018

    Enhancing Learning with Technology

    Understanding the concept of active learning. Exploring different technological tools that an promote active learning. Podcasts. Games. Information…