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The dos and don’ts of differentiation – Rachel Orr

Tue 4 June 2019 - 15:47

By Rachel Orr in Teacher Training

What is differentiation?

The education dictionary defines it as this: Differentiated instruction is the way in which a teacher anticipates and responds to a variety of students' needs in the classroom. To meet students' needs, teachers differentiate by modifying the content (what is being taught), the process (how it is taught) and the product (how students demonstrate their learning).

I always say to student teachers, established teachers, and TAs when they are working with groups – what difference are you going to make to these children’s learning because of your input working with them? If the adult is simply keeping children on task or under control, is the learning right for these kids?

I like to associate differentiation with shoes:

  • If we walk around in ill fitting shoes that are uncomfortable, too big or too small we will struggle to learn.
  • When our shoes are too big we have not yet...

Teacher Training: Three things to consider before you apply

Tue 6 November 2018 - 15:02

By UCAS in Teacher Training

1. Choose the right training programme

There are a few different postgraduate teacher training routes in England and Wales. Although training programmes in England and Wales are broadly similar, the routes available, eligibility, and funding options may vary. Watch our video on the different routes into teaching to see which one is the right fit for you. Once you’ve done that, it’s time to search for some training providers!

2.  Search for courses

You can find all postgraduate teacher training programmes that have vacancies in the UCAS Teacher Training search tool. Once you hit the search button, click the name of the...

Applied for teacher training programmes? Not got the offer you want?

Thu 10 January 2019 - 14:40

By UCAS in Teacher Training

If one of your chosen training providers was not able to offer you a place, don’t worry.

Wait to hear back from all your choices

If you applied to more than one training provider on your UCAS Teacher Training application, you may still be waiting to hear back from your other choices.

Remember, training providers have up to 40 days to consider your application and make a decision. During this time, your remaining choices may also invite you to interview. While you’re waiting, find out more about what training providers look for and what they may ask.

Not holding an offer? Use Apply 2…

Once you’ve heard back from all your choices, if you still haven’t got an offer, don’t panic. Apply 2 is your opportunity to add another choice.

The good news is you don’t need to re-apply in order to use...

Tips for trainee teachers – Helen Lambourne

Tue 6 November 2018 - 16:08

By Helen Lambourne in Teacher Training

Teaching is incredibly rewarding but the training is tough. This is what I learnt on my training course:

1. Use your mentors

They are the most valuable asset you will have when you are training, so utilise them! Ask them if you are stuck on a lesson idea, not sure about the scheme of work, want to check you are marking assessments correctly or struggling with the workload. They've been teaching longer than you and would have gone through the exact same process and problems as you. So, you are definitely not alone when you are training.

2. Make friends with the other trainees

Other trainees are another useful asset. They are going through exact same thing as you at the exact same time. If you're lucky, you might be placed in a school with another trainee. Make friends with them. Try to have catch up sessions with them.  Bounce ideas off them and vice versa. I am still friends with one of the trainees from my host...

Accepted a teacher training place? Three things you need to do now you have a firm offer

Thu 10 January 2019 - 14:40

By UCAS in Teacher Training

If you’ve accepted a firm offer of a place on a teacher training programme, there are some important things you’ll need to do now.

Conditions to meet?

Even if your offer is unconditional, you may still have to meet some non-academic requirements, like a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. or declaration of criminal convictions. You’ll be told what these conditions are, but if you’re unsure, contact the training provider as soon as possible to confirm.

Do you need to send proof?

If you’ve met all the academic requirements in full, you may need to provide the training provider with proof. Make sure you do so as soon as possible, to avoid any delays when the training programme starts. It’s best to keep copies of everything you send to the training provider, and when you sent it, as a record in case anything goes missing.

Arranging student finance?

The sooner you apply for finance...

How to apply for teacher training programmes in four steps

Tue 21 May 2019 - 10:08

By UCAS in Teacher Training

1. Research training providers and programmes

Before you start your application, research the training providers that offer the programme you’re interested in. There are different routes into teaching, so if you’re not sure which one is right for you, watch our short video.

2. Register with UCAS Teacher Training

So, now you’ve found the programme and provider you’re interested in, the next step is to register for a UCAS Teacher Training programme. It’s a short process which will ask you for basic information such as your name, address, and date of birth. You need to provide a valid email address as this will...

Join the revolution: evidence-based teaching

Tue 6 November 2018 - 16:07

By UCAS in Teacher Training

For centuries teachers have taught the way they themselves were taught, or followed fads, fashions, and government initiatives. But this is changing. Over the last few decades researchers have rigorously trialled hundreds of thousands of teaching methods in real classrooms with real teachers. Some teaching methods, have been found to almost double the rate at which students learn.

As a consequence, teachers are taking back control of their own practice, and improving students’ achievements markedly. Why not come and join this revolution, transform the teaching profession, and make a huge difference to your students’ life chances?

Here’s just one of many methods that have done really well in classroom trials. Why do you think is it so effective?  Students are warned of the process before they start.

  • Students answer questions and put their name on their work.
  • They hand these in, and you give them out to other students...

Accepted a teacher training place? Have you met the conditions of your offer?

Thu 3 October 2019 - 11:46

By UCAS in Teacher Training

So, you’ve accepted a conditional offer, what happens now? Here are three important things you need to know:

  1. You’ve been offered a place… as long as you meet some conditions. You may be waiting for the results of your degree, or have been asked to meet some non-academic requirements including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, or declaration of criminal convictions. You’ll be told what these conditions are.
  2. If the training provider has asked you provide proof of your qualifications or experience, make sure you do so as soon as possible, to avoid any delays when the training programme starts. It’s best to keep copies of everything you send to the training provider, and when you sent it, as a record in case anything goes missing.
  3. If you’re not sure what you need to do to meet your conditions, or if you’re not clear what they mean, contact the training provider as soon as possible to get an answer. If you’ve accepted a conditional offer...

How to support children with SEND in the mainstream classroom - Cherryl Drabble

Tue 6 November 2018 - 16:05

By Cherryl Drabble in Teacher Training

There have been many changes to education for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in the last few years. The 2014 ‘The Children and Families Act’ brought a clear expectation that most pupils with SEND would be taught in a mainstream school, and that every teacher is a teacher of SEND. This is all rather daunting for new teachers and NQTs.

As a trainee teacher or NQT, you will be aware there is very little training out there to prepare you for the challenges you face in the classroom. I suggest you read around these five main areas of special challenges that you are likely to find in your classroom:

1. Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
The first thing to remember is that no two children with special needs are alike. They may share the same label or diagnosis but they may present themselves and behave very differently in the classroom. For example, Autism, including Asperger’s syndrome is a huge spectrum...

Five ways to ensure a successful ITT year - Tracey Lawrence

Tue 6 November 2018 - 16:07

By Tracey Lawrence in Teacher Training

Congratulations! You are about to embark on the best career and this year will, without a doubt, be your most challenging and most rewarding year professionally. To ensure a successful Initial Teacher Training (ITT) year you need to make sure that you are fully focused on developing the craft of teaching. To be where you are right now you will no doubt have an innate way with children but to learn the ever-changing skill of teaching, you need to be fully committed to continual professional development throughout the rest of your teaching career.

Behaviour Management is a skill that underpins great teaching. Without successful behaviour management in your class, you cannot have a learning atmosphere, you cannot deliver that incredible lesson that you have planned and you cannot achieve the outcomes nor the progress that you need to. Not only is it in the best interests of the children to get this part right but it is most definitely in the best interests of yourself to...

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