Part two of a two-part blog from Independent Thinking Associate, primary teacher and author Mark Creasy on how to improve motivation and develop independent learning through better homework during lockdown.
Five-minute read
Using Unhomework to Supercharge Lockdown Learning - Part Two
Part two of a two-part blog from Independent Thinking Associate, primary teacher and author Mark Creasy on how to improve motivation and develop independent learning through better homework during lockdown.
Five-minute read
Thinking, Creativity and Paper Clips I
Ian Gilbert in the first of a two-part webinar all about thinking, learning and creativity in our brave new world.
25-minute watch
Thinking, Creativity and Paper Clips II
Ian Gilbert in the second part of a two-part webinar he recorded for us all about thinking, learning and creativity in our brave new world. And paper clips.
17-minute watch
8Way Thinking
What 8Way thinking is, where it came from and how it can be used to make even the most dismal-appearing of subject matters fascinating.
Five-minute read
Ian Gilbert Edumate Interview
An interview with Ian Gilbert and those nice people at Edumate with ideas for developing independent thinkers in all classrooms.
30-minute watch
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.
Equity, Peace and Beauty
On the second of every month we publish our Second Thoughts newsletter. We normally focus on six themes. This month, it was just three. Big ones.
Ten-minute watch and 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
A Conversation About Technology, Learning and Making Connections
A conversation about technology, learning and making connections with Associates Roy Leighton and Mark Anderson joined by Mark Allen (@EdintheClouds).
52-minute watch
Are We Refusing to Learn From Lockdown?
Associate (Real) David Cameron poses an important question that is vexing him during the current transformation of the education system - are we all refusing to learn from lockdown?
Five-minute read
Shaping Their World
A guest blog from artist, teacher, researcher and INSET Junction member Pete Moorhouse who argues passionately for the importance of woodwork in early childhood education and all the many benefits it brings.
Five-minute read
Ten Wishes from 'Dirty Teaching' Author and Associate Juliet Robertson
Associate and outdoor learning expert Juliet Robertson puts forward her ten wishes for what she wants for children and the outside world with schools now closed due to the pandemic.
Five-minute read
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