Thinking Deeply about Primary Education

In this engaging discussion, Dave Taylor, an expert in primary education strategies, and Neil Almond, a seasoned professional in educational techniques, dive into the world of Backward Faded Examples. They break down this innovative teaching method, focusing on its benefits for enhancing problem-solving skills in mathematics. The duo emphasizes the delicate balance of cognitive load and the importance of tailored prompts to foster independent reasoning. They also highlight potential pitfalls and share valuable insights on adapting teaching materials to meet diverse student needs.

Episode 109: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I'm joined by Gareth Rein, Stuart Tiffany and Neil Almond for a curriculum conversation covering a range of themes including... How important is the local element of curriculum design? To what extent is it the responsibility of schools to include themes such as financial literacy in their curricula? Can a high quality curriculum support teachers in their development? What are the biggest challenges facing schools in terms of curriculum implementation in 2023? Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced senior leader, you won't want to miss this one.

Episode 108: This week on Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, I'm joined by Christopher Such to discuss how we can support pupils who are struggling to learn to read. Drawing on Christopher's vast experience and expertise, we discussed... 1. What do we mean by struggling readers? 2. How can assessment be used to to help us support struggling readers? 3. Interventions naturally involve pupils missing out on other things? How do we balance this with our desire to support children to read proficiently? 4. How does this relate to the idea of dyslexia? 5. What should we do in the classroom to support struggling readers? 6. What role does reading for pleasure play in supporting struggling readers? Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced senior leader, you won't want to miss this one!

Episode 107: This week on TDaPE, I'm joined by Neil Almond and Matt Swain for an exploration of they have taken steps to improve their planning systems and processes in order to foster greater collaboration, save teachers time, and allow them to focus on fewer things in greater depth during their precious planning time. Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced senior leader, this episode could provide the key to improving your approach to planning on a class, school, and area level.  Support the podcast at www.ko-fi.com/tdape 

Episode 106: This week on TDaPE I'm joined by Christopher Such for an exploration of the changes Chris would make to his stellar work, The Art and Science of Teaching Primary Reading. Why does Chris want to make changes to this clearly wonderful book? If he had the chance, what changes would he make? We explore each of these questions and much, much, more; taking a trip through phonics, morphology, definitions, and even finding time to discuss how the structure of a book can have an impact on the reader. And then, as if that wasn't enough, Neil Almond joins me to share his thoughts on the interview and Chris' plans for the second edition of TA&STPR. Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced senior leader, you won't want to miss this one. Support the podcast: www.ko-fi.com/tdape Subscribe to the TDaPE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TDaPE/videos

In this discussion, Chris Such, a champion of evidence-informed practice, Tom Oakley, who bridges research and classroom practices, and Cassie Young, focused on integrating research into teaching, tackle compelling issues in education. They share their favorite research books and highlight the barriers faced when engaging senior leaders with evidence. The trio dives into the impact of accountability on teaching methods, critiques flawed phonics research, and emphasizes the necessity of thoughtful implementation of evidence-based approaches to enhance student outcomes.

Join Neil Almond, an expert contributor on subject knowledge, and Christopher Such, a knowledgeable educator, as they explore the Great Subject Knowledge Compendium. They dive into a treasure trove of educational resources, covering history podcasts that debunk misconceptions and the narrative nature of history. Discover innovative materials for arts and science education, including contributions from legends like David Attenborough. Unpack essential tools for enhancing computing skills, perfect for educators looking to elevate their teaching approach!

Neil Almond is an educator focused on enhancing subject knowledge, while Christopher Such specializes in improving educational practices. They dive into essential resources for teaching reading, unveiling influential books and effective strategies to foster young readers. The discussion then shifts to innovative mathematics teaching methods and free resources that promote deeper understanding. Additionally, they highlight the importance of tailored professional development, especially in language and writing, featuring key literature that can elevate teaching practices.

Episode 102: This week on TDaPE, I'm joined by Neil Almond, Christopher Such and Lloyd Williams-Jones for an exploration of how teachers and leaders might support HLTAs in their schools. What is a HLTA? How can we support the long-term professional development of HLTAs? How can we support HLTAs in on a daily basis? We cover all of this and much, much more. Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced senior leader, you won't want to miss this one... Join the TDaPE Family Discord: https://discord.gg/MPPs2WMw Subscribe to the TDaPE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4RLzsG-mznn1U_tZc8P4-Q Support us on Ko-Fi: www.ko-fi.com/tdape

Episode 101: This week on TDaPE, I'm joined by Shannen Doherty, Neil Almond, and Lloyd Williams-Jones for an exploration of all things wellbeing. What is wellbeing? How can we look after; our own wellbeing, the wellbeing of our colleagues, and those we lead? We cover all of this and much, much more. Whether you're new to the profession or an experienced senior leader, you won't want to miss this one... Join the TDaPE Family Discord: https://discord.gg/MPPs2WMw Subscribe to the TDaPE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4RLzsG-mznn1U_tZc8P4-Q Support us on Ko-Fi: www.ko-fi.com/tdape