Maximising Pupil Independence (Early Years and Key Stage One)
Delivered by Dragonfly Training, this three-hour interactive course will look at maximising pupil independence in EY and KS1. This course will take place on 23 June at 9.00-12.00 BST.
Description
This course is aimed at teachers who want to promote a class full of independent thinkers. A student body that can not only think for themselves but also work together! The day will be packed with a raft of practical ideas to promote autonomous thought and collaboration. The techniques shared on this day are designed to have maximum effect from minimum teacher input and many are easily applicable to the widest range of subject areas and age groups. If you are looking for sustained improvements in the quality of learning in your classroom and, subsequently, student progress over time look no further.
Course Outcomes:
- Discover ways to promote independence: what can a child achieve on their own and where can your help/guidance take them?
- Build on your understanding of creativity
- Understand how to promote independence with our young children
- Discover new ways to develop the imagination of young learners and promote independence
- Gain clarity on the role of the adult - play leaders or learning leaders?
- Leave the day with a range of creative ideas and exciting projects
Course Outline:
Improving Teacher and Student Questioning Skills
- Strategies for improving the quality of teacher questions
- Techniques for improving the number and quality of student questions
- Ensuring universal student engagement
Increasing Student Independence and Adding Greater Challenge to Lessons
- Ways of supporting students in ‘learning how to learn’
- Using thinking skills to improve independence and challenge
- Metacognition - practical ideas for the classroom
Multi-tasking – the sad truth
- What do we really mean by multi-tasking and can it really be done?
- Prioritisation: can we really teach it to our student
- Choosing one thing and doing it right. Exploring the idea of deeper thinking
- Am I missing anything? Managing the anxiety of multimedia
Additional information:
This 3-hour online workshop includes:
- Practical classroom-ready ideas and resources
- Small group size to facilitate interaction and full engagement
- Discussion with the tutor
- PDF of the key resources
This workshop has been updated to reflect the current - and ever-changing - circumstances in all schools relating to Covid-19.
Booking process:
Delegate fees:
£135 per COBIS Member delegate
£145 per Non-Member delegate
Please note, bookings from within the UK or from individuals (rather than schools) will be liable for VAT. If you wish to book from within the UK, please email events@cobis.org.uk.