@fplgeneral.bsky.social thanks for everything! Do you think it’s worth a -4 to get Raya in for bench boost? I have Sels and Fabianski

@rethinkingjames.bsky.social a definition of learning that might keep everyone happy? Stanislas Dehaene: “the process of forming an internal model of the external world”. From there we can expand to Know, Do, Be

*** NEW POST *** Learning to *be* How (many) schools overlook the most important kind of learning drjamesmannion.substack.com/p/learning-t...

@rethinkingjames.bsky.social I’m trying to read more on Guskey’s assessment 3Ps (Jay McTighe episode) - could you direct me to the right place please??

A brilliant opportunity to join St Ivo Academy to lead a large Geog team as HoD. I work closely with the team here in my National Geog Lead Role :) Happy to answer any questions (I had 24 very happy years here!) Please do RT! #geography #geographyteacher mynewterm.com/jobs/137305/...

@fplgeneral.bsky.social love the pod! Who is the best Hall replacement, it’s a minefield. I’m not free-hitting 29: don’t think this was discussed on the pod?

12 staff from right across our spectrum today - a vertically sliced group of staff, worked with @paulsturtivant.bsky.social to shape our medium and long term future. @willenhalle-act.bsky.social

Tonights #geogchat - How do you engage students in place knowledge when there is so much content to cover?

We also verbalise each lesson how this links to past learning and future learning, and within each SOW we link the knowledge and skills to different careers so they see its value.

I have planned our KS3 Geography curriculum to take students on a "journey around the world" and students have really grasped onto this thread that links all of our topics together. We also revisit some more difficult concepts through studying different places in KS3, so they can link their learning

Ultimately, curriculum coherence is about making geography meaningful. Pupils should sense the “why” behind each topic. When they can connect Year 7 map skills to Year 13 global challenges, that’s when real understanding lights up. #geogchat

At KS4, I emphasise making links back to KS3 case studies, encouraging pupils to compare and critique earlier work. Revisiting prior knowledge gives them a sense of progression and affirms that geography is cumulative, not compartmentalised. #geogchat

Kicking off #geogchat on Curriculum Coherence! How do we ensure smooth progression from KS3 to KS5 without gaps or mind-numbing repetition? Share your best strategies—let’s spark some fresh thinking together.

Behaviour management doesn’t have to be stressful. Join this explore geography-specific strategies that engage students, celebrate diversity, and create a calm, productive classroom. Perfect for early career teachers—see you there! @rgsibg.bsky.social #geographyteacher www.rgs.org/events/upcom...

See you there! #geogchat #geographyteacher

See you there! #geogchat #geographyteacher

Let’s start a #geogchat Don’t think it exists yet? Once a week, chat about about geography teaching. Press ❤️and repost to spread the word! #geographyteacher

Behaviour management doesn’t have to be stressful. Join this explore geography-specific strategies that engage students, celebrate diversity, and create a calm, productive classroom. Perfect for early career teachers—see you there! @rgsibg.bsky.social #geographyteacher www.rgs.org/events/upcom...

A mild example of how we create systems in schools that serve a malign control over teaching and learning: Hyper control of curriculum delivery in a classroom with a poster on the wall expressing a organisation value of creative lesson planning

Doing regular retrieval homeworks is fundamental to closing the attainment gap. We have to show huge professional will to ensure student can and will do homework at ks4

I’ve found this from a few years ago, I wonder if this is something worth refining? #geogchat #geographyteacher

Modelling is a powerful tool

If exams are a zero-sum game, and students with privilege or other advantages are (generally) supported to work hard at home, then schools in disadvantaged contexts must ensure their students can and do complete homework. it’s essential for levelling the playing field

Innovation in 2024 In a world of broad curricula and high exam pressures, can we still innovate? Or has it become impossible to do both? 🧵 #edusky #geogchat #geographyteacher

Great to see my new book out - Thinking critically in geography: teaching climate change. Loved co-writing this with Andy & there is a bit in it by @ahamill.bsky.social If you are interested you can learn more & get your own copy here: the-ga.org/Thinkingcrit... #GeogChat #ClimateChange

Come and transform a department and join our team. @willenhalle-act.bsky.social www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy...

#geographyteachers hope you find this GA & IOE curriculum seminar an interesting watch. Contributors: Helen Martin (Primary Head) Hina Robinson (HOD & GA President) Steve Brace (GA) Dr Catherine Souch (RGS) & Eleanor Rawling (Geog consultant) Watch on link below geography.org.uk/geography-cu...

🌍 Did you know that... Zambia is home to Victoria Falls, the largest waterfall in the world. The falls are known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, which means 'The Smoke That Thunders,' reflecting the mist and noise created by the falling water. #Geography #Zambia #Africa #Victoria

KS4: if we don't build systems to ensure students are able to work independently, we will widen the attainment gap. The best way to ensure this is to help them become intrinsically motivated. The best way to do this is to guide them towards enjoy learning.

Star student gets to fly business class as a reward, students love it! #edusky #geographyteacher

I always draw the sun with glasses and the waves with sharks so it’s good to see this coming out in mocks! #geographyteacher

*** NEW POST *** Final part on retrieval practice - why it's more than a quiz www.tes.com/magazine/tea... via @tesmagazine.bsky.social

@paulsturtivant.bsky.social has been a big part of giving our staff and students more of a voice at the school. This feedback on wellbeing is encouraging. @willenhalle-act.bsky.social @teachertapp.bsky.social

I'm working with a trust that still uses pupil progress data for performance management - How typical is this? #edusky

If you want to read a well-informed piece on the earthquake in California yesterday that is written for a lay audience, such as a sixth former, then this is it. Also quite a lot on how vulnerability is reduced through ShakeAlert etc. #geogchat open.substack.com/pub/earthqua...

I know other #geographyteachers have read this but there is so much great geography in here, only a few chapters in but feels like it's on a par with #prisonersofgeography and #factfulness @hannahritchie.bsky.social

25 minute retrieval practice that just reteaches things not previously learned is the new brain gym

The Global Issues Network student group were demonstrating this weekend why connecting with the community matters. Read my article on the Power of Reaching Out to find out more about their work www.britishschool.be/reaching-out... #Geogchat #IBGeog

Has anyone gone down a route of teaching using curriculum booklets even when it’s not a whole-school requirement? Seriously thinking about investing the time into creating them for GCSE but not 100% convinced yet. #GeographyTeacher #EduSky

#Sustainability #GreenCareers #GeographyTeacher we are looking to host our next green careers live online event across our schools in early March and another in July. If you know anyone working in sustainable/green careers who might be interested please get in touch/share.

Explore youth and elderly population dependency ratios on geteach.com - core concept in our human geography course. #geography #geogchat #geosky #geographyteacher #edusky

Excitingly, my first blog post for the GA was published today! All about the practical use of AI in the secondary geography classroom! Let me know what you think! #geographyteacher ga-blog.org/2024/12/03/f...

FREE QUIZ + a prize for your classroom👀 Test your students’ knowledge with the BIG Christmas Geography Quiz created by our team of former geography teachers plus guest rounds. Enjoy 8 rounds inspired by the curriculum including topics 🔗 www.discover-the-world.com/study-trips/... Good luck!

Seems like many trusts are now asking teachers to mark 2 full papers as part of mocks. Could be 60 or maybe 120 papers, each taking around 10 minutes a paper to mark. Often with a 2 week or less deadline. Is your trust asking you to do this? What adjustments are being made to workload? #edusky

🌍 Did you know that... Mauna Loa, located on the Big Island of Hawaii, is considered the widest mountain in the world? While many people might think of mountains like Everest or K2 when considering size, Mauna Loa's vast dimensions make it truly unique. #Geography #Hawaii

Innovation in 2024 In a world of broad curricula and high exam pressures, can we still innovate? Or has it become impossible to do both? Here’s what I think. 🧵

Useful @financialtimes.com article for #IBGeog Unit 5. www.ft.com/content/b4f9...

1/ Red Work vs. Blue Work in Schools In schools, we juggle two modes of work: red work (doing) and blue work (thinking). Both are essential—but the balance is hard to get right. Here’s a thread on what this might mean for your school. 🧵

Which hashtags are gaining momentum in the teacher commuty?

Africa population density map - smokin' cool ! #geography #gepgraphyteacher