Tag Archives: Tom Godfrey
Harnessing the power of SEL
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), as outlined by CASEL (Collaborative for Social and Emotional Learning), encompasses five core competencies that revolve around self-identity and interpersonal connections. These competencies contribute significantly to fostering a conducive environment and nurturing relationships within a … Continue reading
What is an ‘engaged learner’?
I suspect all educators agree that if a learner is not ‘engaged’ then learning is unlikely to occur. However what do we mean by an ‘engaged’ learner? Engagement cannot be switched on and off; it requires building over time. Engagement … Continue reading
Social Control versus Social Engagement: Down with the Curriculum King!
Isn’t it time to rethink our approach to education? For too long, teachers have been tethered to rigid curricula and content-heavy syllabi, prioritizing control over genuine learning. We must break free from these constraints and embrace a more flexible, learner-centered … Continue reading
Exploring the Nature of Teaching and Learning: A Collective Reflection
As teachers in the dynamic world of education, having a clear understanding of the nature of teaching and learning provides the bedrock for our teaching beliefs and behaviour. Is learning primarily about acquiring knowledge or developing skills? Is teaching primarily … Continue reading
8 Key Reasons to Use Ice Breakers and Getting to Know You Activities
Take deep breaths, check all the materials are ready (again), walk into the first workshop or lesson with a new group. Even after 40 years’ experience, those first few minutes with a new group of participants are always special. A … Continue reading
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“Presence and Performance”: What do these terms mean for teachers?
Creating a presence online. It is not easy to ask a question in a large lecture hall in front of a full auditorium to an academician who is recognized as the leader in their field. Professor Erika Fischer-Lichte was receiving … Continue reading
FEEDBACK: Crucial to learning yet often skipped by teachers. Why?
What makes conducting effective ‘Feedback’ difficult? What is feedback? John Hattie’s meta-study, “Visible Learning,” conducted in 2009, meticulously compiled various factors believed to impact student achievement. Not surprisingly, feedback emerged as a pivotal element, claiming the top spot among 138 … Continue reading
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A LEGACY OF TRAINING EXCELLENCE
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Facilitation Skills: Feedback (part 3)
What is feedback? John Hattie’s meta-study, “Visible Learning,” conducted in 2009, meticulously compiled various factors believed to impact student achievement. Not surprisingly, feedback emerged as a pivotal element, claiming the top spot among 138 identified factors. But what exactly do … Continue reading
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Facilitation Skills (part 2)
Communication Understanding communication is fundamental to facilitating effective interactions in any setting. Communication serves a purpose, often transactional in nature, where information is exchanged to achieve specific outcomes. This exchange relies on creating an information gap, where one party possesses … Continue reading
Teaching Artistry 