In this important 44-slide assembly, we delve into cognitive load theory, unveiling its profound impact on learning. From understanding the different memory systems to managing information overload, students gain valuable insights. We explore effective study habits like active learning and spaced repetition, empowering students to optimise memory retention. Students will learn the connection between short-term and long-term memory, honing memory strategies for academic success. This can easily be adapted for staff CPD. Included in this assembly What is cognitive load? Types of cognitive load Tips to manage intrinsic load Tips to minimise extraneous load Tips to enhance germane load Short and long term memory Memory Consolidation Tips to improve learning Informative Video’s Self-Reflection and discussion tasks Follow Up Tutor Time Task Please also visit my TES Assembly Store where over 100 assemblies are available on a huge range of topics.

This 26 slide presentation challenges staff to reflect on their current and future practice with research driven training. The focus of the presentation is to ensure the Most able students make the desired progress. The presentation uses information, video and reflective and forward thinking tasks to embed key content. The 26 slide presentation discusses the following: Progress 8 - New measure Barriers to Learning The Pygmalion Effect Aim to the top and scaffold down Meta-cognition Classroom tips with examples What could you use in your lesson? discussion Summary Please also visit my TES Assembly Store where over 100 assemblies are available on a huge range of topics. LIMITED TIME OFFER If you purchase this resource and leave a 5-star review, you receive any £3 assembly from my store FREE!! Leave a review and email Lee_Sullivan@hotmail.co.uk with your review confirmation and choice of assembly.

This 29 slide presentation introduces staff to restorative practice and highlights the impact it can have on behaviour and culture. The presentations takes core themes from ‘When Adults Change Everything Changes’ by Paul Dix and ‘Getting the Buggers to Behave’ by Sue Cowley. The focus of the presentation is to ensure staff understand how restorative practice can improve relationships and empower them to deal with behaviour more effectively. The 29 slide presentation discusses the following: Empower Staff Consistency ‘Picking up your own tab’ Challenging students Restorative meetings (why have one, what to ask, how and when to have one, etc.) Involving parents Summary Please also visit my TES Assembly Store where over 100 assemblies are available on a huge range of topics. LIMITED TIME OFFER If you purchase this resource and leave a 5-star review, you receive any £3 assembly from my store FREE!! Leave a review and email Lee_Sullivan@hotmail.co.uk with your review confirmation and choice of assembly.

This 42 slide presentation challenges staff to reflect on their current and future practice with disadvantaged students. The focus of the presentation is to ensure our disadvantaged students make the desired progress. The presentation uses information, video and reflective and forward thinking tasks to embed key content. The 42 slide presentation discusses the following: What makes a disadvantaged student? Current Pupil Premium (PP) students at (SCHOOL NAME) Why so important? Potential Barriers to Learning Story Time – Quiz Ofsted PP Breakdown Summary Please also visit my TES Assembly Store where over 100 assemblies are available on a huge range of topics.

A guide that is great to hand to parents on parents evening for students in Y10 and Y11. It gives advice on how students should prepare for exams (prior, on the day and in the exam) and how parents can assist with these preparations. Used with great success

This thought provoking 54 slide assembly support staff when dealing with change in the workplace/school. The presentation tells the story of ‘Who Moved My Cheese’ a best selling book and coping with change. Staff are asked to analyse the characters and find themselves in the story. The presentation then gives simple tips on how to deal with change moving forward. There are a number of opportunities for discussion. Please also visit my TES Assembly Store where over 100 assemblies are available on a huge range of topics. LIMITED TIME OFFER If you purchase this resource and leave a 5-star review, you receive any £3 assembly from my store FREE!! Leave a review and email Lee_Sullivan@hotmail.co.uk with your review confirmation and choice of assembly.

**Please see Parent Workshop Bundle for all Workshops** I have previously run 6 Parental Engagement Workshops focusing on a number of different topics to support parents when engaging with their child's education with great success. This presentation asks parents to discuss common issues and share experiences in order to support each other and their children. I have also included a parent letter informing parents of the workshops, a sign-in sheet and a potential questionnaire that can be used to measure impact for all workshops.