Hachette Learning

Rooted in thirty years of classroom experience this book is packed with proven time saving practical pedagogical tips and techniques designed to make lessons tick. It's a treasury of authentic, carefully curated, easy to implement ideas which lead to smooth, running classroom experiences for you and your students. The book aims to reconnect macro research with micro classroom interactions. There are impactful takeaways that you can trial yourself using chapter-based templates which encourage you to quickly make a positive difference in your setting. There are suggestions here to help you pare back your practise, and you might even find you are doing less - give them a try!

What if the most impactful learning in school was never written dow? ake a deep breath, open your busy mind, and step into the transformational world of oracy - where children learn to think, reason and reflect through talk. Drawing on real stories from a wide variety of educational colleagues. This book captures the lived experience of teachers and leaders embedding oracy in their classrooms. Laura reflects on oracy strategies and shows how these can be adapted for pupils and teachers of all ages and phases. Grounded in practice and filled with realistic expectations and helpful insights. This book will help you harness the powerful impact of talk.

Pupil Book Study: Writing is an evidence-led framework for supporting schools in evaluating the impact of their Writing curriculum. Building on the global success of the original Pupil Book Study frameworks, this publication will explore the complex nuances of how to get children writing effectively.Writing is widely acknowledged as one of the most cognitively demanding aspects of the curriculum and leaders have sought for many years to balance the competing demands the subject. Pupil Book Study: Writing guides teachers and leaders to examine each facet of the writing process through a research-informed lens to help them understand how well their provision is serving their children.This approach allows us valuable insights into the lived experience of our curricula models, shining a light on how well learning endures. If you are looking for a more meaningful approach to monitoring and evaluation that puts children at the centre of the process, Pupil Book Study: Writing is for you.

Unlock the secrets to effective teaching with Teacher Hacks, an essential book series for educators dedicated to mastering the art of instruction. In this book, Dr. Haili Hughes and Stuart Pryke zoom in on the most challenging concepts in English providing innovative, research-backed strategies to demystify and demonstrate how to approach them in your classroom. Perfect for both new and experienced teachers, this series is your go-to guide for enhancing student understanding and fostering a passion for learning. Elevate your teaching, inspire your students, and make learning easier with Teacher Hacks. "Teacher Hacks English' is the perfect summation of current ideas and approaches in the classroom. Rightly so, it should stand on the desk of every English teacher, or, at least, there should be a copy in every department." Chris Curtis, English Teacher and Head of Department.

The Functionally Fluent Teacher explores how teachers can build more effective relationships with the key stakeholders in school life - pupils, colleagues, leaders, parents and the wider community. This book argues that genuine inclusive cultures are created not through policies alone but through the quality of everyday interactions. Functional Fluency offers a shared language and practical toolkit to help educators use their limited time and energy more effectively so that both staff and pupils can thrive. Blending theory with the experiences of practitioners, Steve Willshaw brings the model to life through real-world insights, practical classroom scenarios and case studies. Together, these examples provide a clear roadmap for navigating common professional dilemmas, while offering tools to help schools measure their progress towards becoming truly Functionally Fluent communities.

This book brings together the deep subject knowledge, resources and classroom strategies needed to teach J. B. Priestley's famous play for GCSE, as well as the pedagogical theory behind why these ideas work, helping teachers to deliver a knowledge-rich curriculum with impact. With fresh approaches building on the success of the Ready to Teach series, each chapter contains lesson-by-lesson essays and commentaries that enhance subject knowledge on key areas of the text alongside fully resourced lessons reflecting current and dynamic best practice. The book also offers an introduction to the key pedagogical concepts which underpin the lessons and why they are proven to help students develop powerful knowledge and key skills. Whether you are new to teaching or looking for different ways into the text, Ready to Teach: An Inspector Calls is the ideal companion to the study of this 20th century classic.

AI is sprinting ... and school leaders can''t afford to stand still. In this straight-forward guide, international-school veteran Rita?Bateson steers you through the AI labyrinth with her signature warmth and wit. She spotlights the six risks of AI for schools (no tech waffle) and shows how to manage them using the Eblana 6P''s: Preparation, Policies, People, Processes, Protection and Pedagogy.Inside you''ll find quick audits, ready-to-use policy templates and stakeholder frameworks for teachers, students, parents, governors, tech teams, and unions-so everyone moves forward together. By the final page you''ll hold a future-proof roadmap that keeps learners safe, staff empowered and your whole community confident in an AI-driven world.Practical, ethical, future-proof: this is your handy confidant when you''re faced with tough decisions around AI.

Following the successful Feedback: Strategies To Support Teacher Workload and Improve Pupil Progress, by best-selling author Kate Jones this practical resource guide is the go-to guide for a wide range of actionable feedback tasks and techniques which teachers can use inside and outside their classrooms to move learning forward. There are over fifty evidence-informed, tried and tested, classroom resources and strategies to ensure feedback is effective and efficient. These include examples of verbal and written feedback techniques, self and peer assessment approaches, audio tools, whole class feedback as well as a range of recommended online feedback tools. For each resource, there is an explanation with top tips and visuals for easy implementation. All of the resources provided aim to be low effort, high impact. Low effort for the teacher in terms of workload but high impact on student learning. Regardless of the subject or age range taught there are plenty of takeaways for every teacher - a handy feedback resource guide for every teacher and every classroom.

For over 40 years in New Zealand, prominent educational researcher Professor Emeritus Graham Nuthall studied the dynamics of learning in the classroom. His work culminated in the highly influential book, The Hidden Lives of Learners, which has guided teachers over the decades through the learning process for young people. Through his meticulous research, we are made aware of the ''worlds'' of our students, their contexts and their social interactions, and we are able to determine how these impact on long-term learning.In this book, Bennie Kara explores the theoretical and practical elements of Nuthall''s extensive research, including the importance of feedback, how to focus effectively on individual student needs, how to maximise learning activities and how to create a classroom culture of enquiry. Drawing on Nuthall''s findings, she also delves into the complexities of direct instruction and misconceptions about individualised instruction practices.

Drawing on the research evidence, Disciplinary Literacy and Oracy in Primary Schools offers both theoretical and practical examples of how to support primary pupils in reading, writing and speaking across the subject disciplines. It incorporates how this might relate to the curriculum in the early years. The book is positioned within the lens of a teacher in primary education. Shareen Wilkinson outlines the ways in which teachers can support pupils to read, write and speak like scientists, geographers and historians, and explores other areas across the curriculum. This book is essential for all senior leaders, teachers, curriculum leads and English leads who are passionate about enhancing the curriculum through literacy for all pupils.

This book delves into the dynamic landscape of small educational institutions. Through insightful and compelling conversations from a wide range of teachers, leaders and other stakeholders associated with small schools, this book explores the unique advantages and obstacles faced by small schools in today''s educational landscape.From fostering close-knit communities to navigating resource limitations, Small and Mighty illuminates the often-overlooked strengths and complexities of these institutions. Whether you''re an educator, a trust leader or simply intrigued by the power of small-scale learning environments, this book offers valuable perspectives on how these schools continue to thrive and innovate amidst challenges, ultimately showcasing their resilience and impact on students and communities alike.

Coaching with purpose: a guide for every educator is the book we wish we had available to us when our own professional and academic interests in coaching emerged.? It provides insights into how and why coaching can impact positively on teachers and leaders in any educational setting and how it creates environments in which students and pupils can thrive. It helps the reader navigate multiple coaching models, integrates case studies of UK and international examples of coaching in education, provides practical tools and advice and enables every educator to make informed decisions about developing and deploying coaching.

The A - Z of Primary English is a practical, authoritative and fun guide to all aspects of teaching the subject in primary schools, organised around the 26 letters of the English alphabet.__________________________________________________________________________English is the bedrock of primary education, equipping children with skills and inspiration that extend far beyond the classroom. Passionate teaching transforms English from a subject to an experience, where students discover the joy of words, the power of storytelling, and the beauty of expression. And children who love learning inspire teachers. Michelle Nicholson

With more than 50 years of current teaching experience between them, the authors of Secondary Languages in Action have created an accessible summary of research and thinking on approaches to MFL teaching, cutting through the noise of online debates and keeping the focus on application in the classroom.Each chapter guides you through different elements of MFL teaching, covering all the skills but also tips on how to increase engagement, make the case for languages and enrich the curriculum, with clear examples of a range of activities and projects. The book considers how the strategies can be adapted and applied to any classroom, whatever your level of experience or teaching context.Whether you''re beginning your journey into teaching training, working as a language assistant, or are an experienced teacher looking for new inspiration and ideas, this is an essential guide for all MFL classroom-based staff.

Leaders Aren''t Born, They''re M.A.D.E. provides a practical, accessible approach to leadership, grounded in time-tested principles. Instead of reinventing the wheel, this book curates and synthesizes the most effective leadership techniques, organizing them into four essential pillars: Management, Awareness, Development, and Environment. Each pillar comes with a set of techniques, thoughtfully designed with memorable names, engaging fables, and clear descriptions that reveal the often invisible practices used by great leaders. These techniques serve as a roadmap for both personal growth and team development, making the book an invaluable resource for leaders at every stage. What sets Leaders Aren''t Born apart is its flexible, interactive format: it''s not meant to be read cover to cover. Instead, it''s a dynamic tool that allows you to assess your strengths and challenges as a leader and choose your own path to growth. After taking the self-assessment, you can focus on the areas where you need the most improvement, ensuring that you develop into a well-rounded leader who excels across all pillars. Whether you''re a seasoned leader, just starting out, or looking to develop your team, Leaders Aren''t Born, They''re M.A.D.E. is your guide to becoming the leader you aspire to be.

Drawing on over 60 years'' combined experience of history teaching and history curriculum leadership, Carr, Hibbert, Priggs and Richards explore ways to make history memorable, engage students in historical thinking and secure excellent outcomes for all. Their perspective is grounded in history''s disciplinary distinctiveness and a vision for its purpose in students'' education. The authors of Secondary History in Action articulate practical approaches to history curriculum design, ways to teach disciplinary history in the classroom and methods to assess students'' knowledge and understanding. They draw together recent research and established traditions in history teaching discourse in a coherent summary that will be helpful to trainee and beginning teachers, non-specialist teachers of history, subject leaders and senior leaders line-managing history departments.