I was once told that we should never judge a students’ presentation of work only the work itself. So in a History homework for example I would only focus on the actual writing: the argument, analysis, evaluation and how effectively the student has reached a reasoned conclusion etc. These issues are the norm and should [...]
Online comic books
Online tools such as Pixton.com can provide teachers with an opportunity to really engage students, challenge whilst at the same time ensure that they progress. These type of websites also allows exam groups to think about: – audience- purpose- context- argument There are similar websites available like ToonDoo.com. This particular website allows the user to [...]
Another comic: A-level Russia
I’m trying to see if students can modify and re-publish my earlier version, which would speed up the process a bit. They probably want to do their own version though : ).
Third book completed.
I have just finished writing my third book. Phew! It’s always a stressful period the last few days before the deadline…but I managed in the end. I love writing. The whole process gives me the opportunity to reflect and really think about my own practise as a teacher and consider new ways of teaching certain [...]
Active Learning resources now available
Just updated Staffroomproject with a bunch of the resources mentioned in the book. Feel free to download them and use them with your classes – drop us a line to say what you think of them and the website : )



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