For years I have struggled with teaching “Working Scientifically” in science lessons. It is a core strand from Key Stage … More
Category: explicit teaching
Should We Use Explicit Teaching Approaches or Enquiry Methods in Primary Science: Does the EEFs New Primary Science Guidance Report Tell Us?
Last week (28th November 2023) the Education Endowment Foundation published its long-awaited Improving Primary Science Guidance Report. We now have … More
Trying to understand why ‘Progressive’ and ‘Traditional’ teachers disagree
I’ve been re-reading a couple of books by ‘progressive’ academics who have been celebrated for trying to bride the gap … More
When colleagues recommend books to you that you find insulting and dismissive!
I’ve been recommended a couple of books by thoughtful, well-meaning colleagues who know I favour ‘explicit teaching’. These are books … More
A Reflection on “Science for Children” by Marilyn Fleer
Promoting Explicit Teaching while Holding Your Nose? I was recommended reading “Science for Children” by Marilyn Fleer by a colleague … More
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