Pedagogy Building student confidence and study habits in science: A Stile classroom story This article originally appeared in Observe, our every-so-often publication celebrating the craft and complexity of teaching science.
Pedagogy How to prepare for Term 1: A teacher's guide Every year, Term 1 comes around, and I find myself thinking: What can I do right now that will have the most impact for my students and me this term? And, what will bring ‘calm joy’ to my classroom and my practice.
Pedagogy Finding the sweet spot between explicit and inquiry Finding the sweet spot between explicit and inquiry is an article that initially appeared in Observe.
Assessments Five tips for building background knowledge in the science classroom I am guessing you’ve heard of the achievement gap and maybe even the opportunity gap – but what about the knowledge gap? My schools were filled with a diverse range of learners from all walks of life. English is often their second or even third language. It was tough to
