On the eve of handing in my research project on the use of iPads, I decided to complete a ‘Wordle’. Reassuringly, the word ‘children’ is dominant, although it’s closely followed by the word iPad!
New Challenge? Advice for getting that job.
Reblogged from headguruteacher: Very often I’m asked for advice from teachers applying for jobs, either colleagues or friends. Each person’s context is unique to them but the messages are usually the same so I thought I would share them. As a Headteacher, getting the right people into the right roles within my school is one … Continue reading »
Feel ‘The Fear’
So, my final teaching practice finished just over a week ago, and while it was an emotional roller coaster, I’m glad for the experience and lessons it has taught me. During the low points, I questioned why I was joining this profession. While during the high points, I couldn’t have felt happier. Of course, there … Continue reading »
What Teachers Make – Taylor Mali
WHAT TEACHERS MAKE (OR, IF THINGS DON’T WORK OUT YOU CAN ALWAYS GO TO LAW SCHOOL) He says the problem with teachers is What’s a kid going to learn from someone who decided his best option in life was to become a teacher? He reminds the other dinner guests that it’s true what they say … Continue reading »
To Be Honest…
For a couple of weeks now, I’ve been having a conversation with myself; where do I want my career to go within the world of education? For those of you who read my blog regularly, you know that I am half-way through my final teaching practice and the end of my degree is in sight. … Continue reading »
4 weeks in – Final Teaching Practice
It’s been nearly a month to the day since my last post and there have definitely been some developments since then. I’m now half way through my 8 week final teaching practice. The four weeks that have passed have been emotionally fuelled, with some great lessons, and some not so… At the start of the … Continue reading »
Cross Arts Teacher Training
Last weekend (19-20th Jan) I was lucky enough to attend a course organised by the prestigious Royal Opera House with a focus on working creatively through the arts (drama, music, design and movement). The Cross Arts Teacher Training course has been run in partnership with the University of Greenwich, along with Canterbury Christ Church University … Continue reading »
One week in – final teaching practice
I’ve now been on my final teaching practice for just over a week and I’m already teaching over 70% of the week (university guidelines suggest this for week 3). I know there is a lot to learn, but nothing beats assuming the role of the class teacher and dealing with the minor parts of the … Continue reading »
ASE Conference 2013
So, on Saturday, I attended my first ASE conference. I decided to attend on the back of an #ASEchat that took place in September 2012. Luckily, as a trainee teacher (and an ASE member), it was free for me to attend one day. However, I also booked on two paid sessions: Microbiology for primary and Inspiring Primary Science!, … Continue reading »
In #2013 I will…
While 2012 was a good year for me, I’m really excited about the prospects for 2013. This year I will…. qualify as a Primary school teacher – 3 years of hard work will finally pay off and I will finally graduate with a degree in Primary Education (with QTS). become a published author – as … Continue reading »
