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How to get away with ‘putting a DVD on’
One science teacher takes a light-hearted look at the art of disguising an end-of-term film lesson as something profound
17 July 2018
‘Why consistency is overrated’
We remember good teachers because they didn’t manage behaviour in the same way, argues Omar Akbar
4 July 2018
‘Teachers need to talk about Love Island’
We have a responsibility to discuss issues raised by the show, says Omar Akbar, whether we like it or not
19 June 2018
Under a watchful eye
Early in your career, you will be observed frequently, so experienced teacher Omar Akbar has some tips to help you come out of the lesson with a smile on your face
25 May 2018
The Quick Q&A: how to identify and tackle workplace bullying
Workplace bullying is a significant problem in teaching, argues this science teacher. He details how to spot it and what to do about it
15 January 2018