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Didactic and dynamic? It can be done
“It hurts, but sometimes rote learning is right” (Comment, 24 October) embraces an intriguing paradox. Arguably, a teacher must impart knowledge, but this must be balanced with dynamic and pupil-centred learning. Yet it would appear that much teaching today has become formulaic in the extreme. Would it not be possible for a teacher to achieve an outstanding lesson observation from the inspectors but for the session to lack detailed subject knowledge input?
I wholeheartedly agree that lessons shouldn’t just be fun - they need to be creative and must serve a purpose. For me, the ideal lesson has an eclectic mix of knowledge delivery and learner-centred activity. Surely there is no reason why these styles - didactic and learner-centred - cannot coexist, inspiring our students with passion and meaning.
Mark Damon Chutter
Faculty lead for English, Roedean School, Brighton
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Hope everyone is up and ready for another great term! See you all this morning.
@KirktonPS
Goodness me there are stroppy sods on Twitter. Next time I read a comment that has more than 5 million replies I reckon I’ll just swipe on. Jeesh!
@theprimaryhead
I’ve started reading Malala’s [Yousafzai] book. I may have to stop moaning about very unimportant stuff for a while.
@JonathanMeres
We must place a very high value on character development and social and emotional learning as key outcomes for #education.
@DrAvisGlaze
Coaching is not just about tactical and technical development. It is about developing leaders, improving relationships, building the future.
@TheSportInMind
Managers often see their subordinates as inferiors, whereas leaders must direct people who are often smarter. #leadership #management
@JarradNorthover
Peter Reid, fae Peterheid, is deid. Volvo for sale. #9WordScottishObituary
@HueySilverFox
Slow-cooker porridge. It’s a bit gloopy. Think it needs less time!
@robertd1981
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