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It goes without saying that TED is an inspirational video resource. TED talks are informative, influential and thought provoking and this has got me thinking, why not integrate them into teaching? For example, you can use them to develop students’ oral and communication skills by debating particular topics and forming discussions. Also, they are a fantastic catalyst for … Continue reading
This is an extract from my previous blog: Teaching and Learning: Reflections from the new Framework experience……. The lesson observation….. The only way I can describe it; huge pressure! As Director of Teaching and Learning I had to deliver, how could I possibly hold credibility in my own head if I was anything less than Outstanding in … Continue reading
So, the anticipation, the expectation, the preparation, the worry, the rumours; hearing that this School has been placed into special measures and that School has gone from Outstanding to requires Improvement, reading blog posts and getting more and more prepared for the inevitable. In reality what was it really like? Was it really that bad? … Continue reading
With Apple recently announcing over 1 million apps in their App Store, one would assume finding an App isn’t difficult. You’d be correct in this assumption, however finding an app that can be integrated into education as a learning tool takes a little more consideration. Finding free educational apps that are worth downloading and enable … Continue reading
Like many like minded educators I’m always on the lookout for something free! YouTube have just released music tracks to use in learning projects such as presentations, photo slideshows and podcasts. I’m always mindful of copyright law infringement when students begin to share their projects online so this is a welcomed move forwards. To … Continue reading
Flipping the learning experience isn’t something radically new and has been around for a while. As technology in education is constantly evolving, the flipped classroom model has really taken off. Whilst planning for the next academic year, I stumbled upon these resources that, I am sure, will be of use to Colleagues across the globe. … Continue reading
As a Technology addict and ICT teacher, I’m always on the look out for new and innovative ways to progress the learning experience for all students, in an engaging style. I’ve been researching and monitoring the developments of Google glass for some time now and pondering; how can Google Glass technology be used to enhance … Continue reading
As Google+ continues to evolve it seems there isn’t a better time to jump on the bandwagon and start exploring the benefits for education. The ‘connectivity’ it offers through discussion groups, communities and circles make this a fantastic and somewhat under-exploited tool for education. I’ve looked at this from an establishment and educator perspective as Google+ … Continue reading
Pinterest as an educational tool, this is something I’ve been exploring recently. Of course, as an educator this is a fantastic platform to pull together resources and tools for developing pedagogy, network with other professionals and share good practice. There are some fantastic people in education utilising Pinterest who I recommend checking out: Charity Preston Amanda Plum Eric Sheninger … Continue reading
Working with students to develop their skills for life and seeking to equip them with a skill set for jobs that may not even exist yet, in a nutshell ‘Preparing all young people for life’. That’s quite a statement of intent, one that I’ve had the privilege of working on over the last two years within … Continue reading
Gary King 