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The inspirational INSET programme for teachers and support staff. Available as a half day, twilight session or extended whole day INSET.

Course Description

The issues of behaviour management and effective learning are inextricably linked. This programme addresses the two by taking a holistic approach to improving classroom performance.

In “Developing consistency in behaviour management” we examine practical tools that help teachers adopt a confident and pro-active approach to behaviour management. We look at how we actively teach and learn behaviour and how, as teachers, we can develop a more focussed learning climate in our own classrooms.

In “Developing learner independence and motivation” we examine strategies that encourage active learning. We look at lesson structure and its role in building student motivation and focus. We consider thinking skills and offer tactics that support and challenge all students, including the gifted and talented. We also analyse how effective teacher feedback can enhance student achievement and self-esteem.

In “Gender and Learning”, an optional course component, we examine a range of gender specific issues including: effective target setting, using challenges to build learner esteem and using questioning to develop reflection and resilience.

COURSE OUTLINE
Coffee and registration
Session 1: Developing consistency in behaviour management

The areas covered in this session include:

• Building positive relationships with pupils and parents
• Developing an effective classroom discipline plan
• Creating consistent and manageable learning rituals
• Focussing on praise and positive reinforcement
• Using physical and verbal language to reinforce your message
• Redirecting off-task behaviour and delivering sanctions
• Managing confrontation and avoiding escalation
• Recording and referring incidents
Coffee
Session 2: Developing learner independence and motivation

The areas covered in this session include:

• Improving lesson structure to enhance motivation and focus
• Developing learner confidence through risk-taking
• Effective questioning for increased learner participation
• From passive to active through enhanced thinking skills
• Using assessment to motivate and empower
• Balancing support and challenge – differentiation in practice
• Transferable learning strategies for greater learner independence
• Developing recall and long-term retention in learners
Lunch
Session 3 / Optional Session: Gender and Learning

The areas covered in this session include:

• Communicating and using challenge
• Effective target setting
• Raising awareness of gender differences
• Improving confidence and self-esteem