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Our Teaching & Learning Courses

I have attended several courses that you have run and they always leave me thinking more about my role as a teacher. You have helped me to build a set of principles, and strategies that I can use to put these into practice. You have transformed my teaching. (Primary teacher, Aberdeen)

The influence of our work in science and mathematics is widely recognised. We also have expertise in English, humanities and cross-curricular issues. We are best known for helping schools to develop the use of innovative and engaging approaches to teaching, learning and assessment. Unless indicated, the course will be led by Stuart Naylor, Brenda Keogh, Jane Turner, Jo Horlock or Jo Moules. They have worked in and with schools for many years, and are actively involved in current initiatives and curriculum innovation, meaning that our courses will always be professionally relevant, engaging and inspirational. The following courses are available to any organisation or groups, in the UK or beyond, concerned with the professional development of adults working with pupilsaged 5 -

It’s more than just wallpaper!

An image is worth a thousand words. Displays should make the classroom into a learning tool. Do you want to use the walls (and windows) of your classroom to maximise pupils’ learning?

Supporting teachers, supporting learners

Does your organisation have specific responsibility for the professional development of teachers? Do you want to develop the skills of leading professional development to ensure that what you do is effective and has a direct and positive impact on teachers’ learning?

Active Assessment: a creative approach to thinking, learning and assessment

Do you want assessment to influence the way your pupils think and learn? Are you looking for a quick, simple and effective approach to assessment that will make a significant difference to teaching and learning in your classroom?

Transforming teaching, transforming learning

At the heart of teaching is a set of principles and simple steps that can make a real difference to how pupils engage and learn. Based on learning gained through many years of classroom-based research, this course will improve pupils’ motivation, enhance their learning, and make teaching more creative and satisfying.