Applying teaching strategied, techniques and ideas.
Managing the lead-in period Chapter 3 presented more experiential problems and gave me cause to reflect. I think I would have liked more references to the six case studies from Jill’s PhD, though recognise that is a personal reflection. The …
Are you considering making the leap? Maybe you’re applying for headship roles, or have already secured one and are wondering how best to manage the transition. The blurb for Dr Jill Berry’s leadership transition book “Making the Leap – Moving …
If I am successful as a school leader, what would be different about the school in which I lead? If I have been succeedful at influencing others, what would be different about them? In taking time to really consider the …
Two terms into my current role as headteacher I have been given plenty to reflect upon. If I am successful as a school leader, what would be different about the school in which I lead? If I have been succeedful …
The first round of observations are either under way or out of the way. Feedback or coaching has presumably been issued or shared. There are other opportunities too, hiding in plain sight. And possibly, the #dontsmilebeforechristmas brigade, hyped-up and hyper-vigilant, are about …
There is a truck load of posts and articles on the use of praise; when to praise, what to praise, tiered praise systems, public or private praise, the fragilities of praise and praise or feedback? With all that in mind, …
There is not too much to say. That is the point. What you do say, needs to be meaningful (easier said than done for a chatterbox like me). That is why, when you are not getting it quite right, you need …
What, drawn, and talk of workload? I hate the word, As I hate hell, all managers, and thee. Have at thee, coward! Here we are again in January 2024, still discussing our Marking Policy and bemoaning the workload. Teachers should …
