Author: Craig Barton
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Use non-verbal gestures for better behaviour management
Summary This YouTube transcript discusses the benefits of using non-verbal cues for classroom behavior management. The speaker argues that non-verbal gestures are more effective than verbal reprimands because they save the teacher’s voice, maintain the flow of instruction, avoid singling out students, prevent conflicts, reduce stress, and ensure consistency. Several specific non-verbal cues are suggested, such as a finger to the lips for…
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Use Post-it notes to find out what they don’t understand
Summary A YouTube video for teachers discusses using Post-it notes to anonymously collect student questions before assessments. The teacher’s method addresses students’ reluctance to publicly admit confusion, fostering a more inclusive learning environment. By analyzing the collected questions, the teacher identifies common misconceptions and tailors instruction accordingly. This approach provides valuable feedback, revealing areas needing…
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Daisy Christodoulou
You can download an mp3 of the podcast here. Daisy Christodoulou’s tips: Review every lesson plan in terms of what the student is thinking about (02: 58) Ask a question at the end of every lesson that every student should be able to get right (11:22) Don’t do written comments (17:36) Use examples, not definitions, when…
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Get your pupils to spell their name backwards
Watch the videos from Daisy Christodoulou: Video transcript:
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Use examples, not definitions, when teaching & assessing
Watch the videos from Daisy Christodoulou: Video transcript:
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Don’t do written comments
Summary: This YouTube transcript discusses the ineffectiveness of written teacher comments on student work. The speakers argue that providing real-time, verbal feedback is far more beneficial for student learning than lengthy written comments based on marking schemes. They propose whole-class feedback and multiple-choice questions as superior alternatives, acknowledging that addressing diverse student needs requires careful planning and may…
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Ask a question at the end of every lesson that every student should be able to get right
Summary This YouTube transcript discusses a teaching tip: ending each lesson with a simple question all students should answer correctly. The presenter argues this method sharpens lesson planning, focusing instruction on core concepts. The conversation also explores practical implementation, suggesting various assessment methods like exit tickets or mini-whiteboards, and addresses potential challenges like time constraints.…
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Review every lesson plan in terms of what the student is thinking about
Watch the videos from Daisy Christodoulou: Video transcript: