How can I help a child with low self-confidence? We asked Associate Tim Benton and here is his response for our CPD Jukebox.
Growth Mindset

Jackie Beere on the CPD Jukebox
What can I do to boost a child’s self-esteem? We asked Associate and author Jackie Beere OBE for three minutes on the subject. Here's her great ten-minute reply!

Stephanie Davies on the CPD Jukbox
Why should I introduce more laughter into my classroom? We asked Associate and founder of Laughology, Stephanie Davies and this is what she had to say.

Jim Roberson on the CPD Jukebox
How can I stay positive in the face of great challenge and adversity? We asked Independent Thinking Associate, author and eternally upbeat legend Jim Roberson and this what he had to say.

Jackie Beere - Highlights
Highlights of a fascinating online INSET session delivered by Associate Jackie Beere OBE for primary teachers on well-being, thinking skills and more.

How Do I Know What I Think Until I hear What I Say?
We like the look of this new app designed to get children talking more and, as a result, thinking better.
Four-minute read

A Conversation About Creating Resilient, Independent Primary Learners
A conversation about creating resilient, independent learners in Primary schools with Associates Jonathan Lear and Mark Creasy.
53-minute watch

So What Are the Essential Skills Our Young People Need for 2020?
Associate Jackie Beere OBE has a new book coming out which helps schools address the real key skills needed for 2020 and beyond. Here is a sneaky preview with plenty to think about when we ask our favourite question, what are they learning while you're teaching them?
Five-minute read

Life Begins Where Your Comfort Zone Ends
Long-time Associate, author and coach Jackie Beere OBE shares her thoughts on why some people are responding to the current crisis better than others and her tips on how to thrive at the edge of your comfort zone.
Three-minute read

For What We Are About To Receive...
At a time when the whole country seems to be waiting, waiting... coach and Independent Thinking Associate Andy Vass shares a view on the important difference between anticipation and expectation.
One-minute read

Resilience
A view on resilience during the current pandemic from inside the schools gates by primary headteacher, professional coach and Associate, Julie Rees, author The Little Book of Values.
Three-minute read

The Golden Age of Curriculum Design
The Golden Age of Curriculum Design is ahead of us according to Associate Will Ryan. A fascinating long-read blog on how we can grasp the opportunity we have to make teaching and learning come alive for all our children.
Five-minute read
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