February 11, 2018
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During our science inputs with Richard, we were asked to work in groups of four to compose a short essay based on the title Scientific Literacy and Education. By following the criteria, this is what my group collectively wrote; According to Blake (2017), Scientific literacy is the understanding of key scientific concepts and the knowledge of processes […]
February 11, 2018
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We were set the task, as a group, to write a short essay on the topic of scientific literacy and it’s importance in education. It was interesting to read into this topic as in school my science teachers really focused upon the importance of creating fair experiments and taught us the skills needed to critically […]
February 9, 2018
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Organisation and Management: Having tables of 4 or 6 helps avoid noise during the lessons. I would also make sure children get to sit with people they get along with, but if it becomes too chatty it is good to mix the groups to ensure children are focussed and so that they also get a … Continue reading “Management and Organisation in the Classroom”
February 9, 2018
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Ever since I was little, I LOVED birthdays. Not just my birthday, but all of my friends and families birthdays too. All the presents, balloons and cake was the most exciting thing ever, and I started to get excited for birthdays weeks before the actual day. However, ever since last year when I moved to […]
February 7, 2018
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In relation to Organisation and Accessibility, we see that classroom organisation and management is key in relation to the aims, requirements and curriculum plans within the classroom. The organisation within the classroom can increase the effectiveness of the teachers and their strategies and it will make the children find it easier to learn. It is … Continue reading Organising the classroom for learning →
February 6, 2018
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When reflecting upon my previous understanding of RME it became clear to me that my knowledge didn’t really stretch past stories of jesus , easter or christmas ! In primary school that is all i remember touching on, maybe an odd visit from the minister or a trip down to the local church. High school […]
February 6, 2018
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When reflecting on my own experience of RME in the primary classroom, the extent of my learning was hearing the teacher read stories from the bible or having various lessons on festivals such as easter or Christmas. However, after attending a number of RME workshops my understanding of the subject and how I would […]
February 6, 2018
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This year marks 100 years since women gained the right to vote in the UK. This was a monumental point in history. The suffragettes forged the way for us to make this world an equal place. If we all exercised our right to vote we could achieve true equality; not even just on the bases […]
February 5, 2018
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Organisation and Accessibility: Having room for pupils to sit on the carpet in front of the interactive whiteboard can be effective as it gives a teacher the opportunity to join the pupils together and manage their behaviour as they are closer together so easier to see/ control. Having a clear carpet space is important as […]
February 5, 2018
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“What have you learned during the RME inputs?” When faced with this question I was not 100% certain what I had learnt, until I had todays input. It’s all about the child’s understanding behind religions and their personal journey to find that. I realised this today after getting to see and touch artefacts related to […]
February 5, 2018
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Reflecting on this first semester I have realised that I, as a person, have changed professionally and personally. I used to be quite an anxious person and found the thought of starting University quite daunting. But now, I am relishing in the fact that I am here, and I should be enjoying every moment! Which […]
February 3, 2018
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Drama is one of the curricular areas in which many teachers fear teaching. They don’t want to take the risk that if they bring their class onto the school stage, chaos will erupt, and behavioural management becomes more difficult to implement than ever before. With these assumptions, I ask how are we to encourage children […]
February 1, 2018
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At the beginning of semester one I was very apprehensive about starting university and didn’t know what to expect. I was especially nervous about the Working Together module as 50% of the assessment was a group presentation and I was worried that there may be clashes or I may not get along with everyone. My … Continue reading Reflection on Semester 1 →
February 1, 2018
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Reflect on one of the most important moments for your professional development in semester 1 and write a post about what you think you have learned from this critical incident and what the process of reflection is beginning to mean to you. Being entirely honest, beginning semester 1 I was doubtful of how much I … Continue reading Semester 1 – A reflection →
January 31, 2018
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Technology is a part of our everyday life, I am using my laptop to write this, with my phone sitting beside me, in a café with a TV in front of me, with music playing from a computer into various speakers and surrounded by people using all sorts of tech. In todays society, not being … Continue reading “Tinder for Kids?”
January 30, 2018
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If I was asked to describe my first semester in University, I would do so by describing it as not what I expected, but eye opening and thought provoking nonetheless. I anticipated starting my Higher Education by delving straight into the pedagogy of teaching, however instead I was obliged to undertake two interdisciplinary modules with CLD and Social […]
January 29, 2018
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I started off first semester feeling a mixture of being excited and nervous. I was excited at the thought of beginning my journey to my dream job, but nervous in case I found it difficult making friends since I was staying at home. I had been at University for a year already, so knew roughly … Continue reading Semester 1 →
January 29, 2018
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Following Derek’s input on reflection in practice, I have been reflecting on my experiences and development throughout semester one. The beginning of semester 1 was challenging for me, as i am sure it was for others, in terms of finding my feet socially and gaining the confidence to speak out and have an input in so […]
January 29, 2018
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Looking back on my time at university so far, I have realised that my accomplishments have came from myself and my choices. After completing my first semester I now know that the decision to stay at home was right for me. Prior to beginning University I felt anxious at the prospect that a lot of my … Continue reading “How has home helped me?”
January 26, 2018
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Health and Wellbeing: This blog post is written as a reflection on a lecture about keeping our students active, fit and healthy. Diet? What’s that word? Remind me again. Children should never hear those four letters blended together in the perimeters of a classroom – unless it’s for The Times National Spelling Bee (for tiny-tots, … Continue reading “Kefi for the Kids”
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