Mr Barton Maths Podcast #179 Tools and Tips for Teachers: Episode 6 (with Ollie Lovell, Emma Turner and Tom Sherrington)
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Sep 25, 2023 
Tom Sherrington highlights the importance of teachers being attuned to students sitting in the back of the classroom. The speakers discuss regularly changing seating plans, implied competences, and Montessori education. They explore the effectiveness of pre-testing, using manipulatives for deeper understanding, and strategies for enhancing learning comprehension.
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Sun Blindness
- Emma Turner sat in every chair of a classroom to check visibility.
- She found the sun blinded students at certain times, hindering learning.
Implied Competences
- Primary teachers must consider implied competencies and intersubject dependence.
- Basic skills like scissor use or vocabulary can derail lessons if not addressed.
Curriculum Triage
- Prioritize essential curriculum elements by trimming less crucial content.
- Focus assessments and interventions on core skills like fluency in operations.