Children are born eager to learn by doing and the more opportunities they have to learn and master things hands-on, the better. As John Dewey remarked in 1916, in his book, Democracy and Education: “Why is it that, in spite of the fact that teaching by pouring in, learning by passive absorption, are universally condemned, that … Learning by Doing: Hands-on Learning
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“SCHOOLS NEED A KNOWLEDGE-RICH CURRICULUM!” PROCLAIMS DAMIAN HINDS. WHAT DOES HE KNOW?!? There is much talk currently about the need for a “knowledge-rich” curriculum but what exactly does this mean? Is it another of those pompous phrases invented by some pontificating government minister? The National Curriculum has always been known as ‘content heavy’: too much … Do schools need a knowledge-rich curriculum?
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In this politically correct world we live in, it is hard to keep up-to-date with what we can and can’t say and write. Not everyone will agree on everything. The government have published some basic guidelines that schools may like to consider, when communicating with or about disabled people. One of our member schools contacted … Inclusive Language Guidelines for Disability
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We all use speaking and listening in our daily lives to share ideas, solve problems, make decisions, socialise and interact in a wide variety of situations. Language is an integral part of learning and much of children’s self-confidence and attitudes to learning are founded in their ability to use talk effectively. Speaking and listening are … Five Top Tips for Developing Confident Communicators
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