Teaching tips

As England encourages the brightest young teachers to go straight into schools and train on the job, Mike Gershon offers a crash course in four of the most famous theories of learning, with practical tips for all
Discussion is a powerful tool, but using it in class can be a minefield. Mike Gershon shares tips on making it work
Mike Gershon shares his tips for enhancing students’ thinking skills by working on speaking and listening
‘Differentiation’ is often misunderstood, but used effectively it can be a cooperative strategy that raises everyone’s level
Mark the onset of spring with our seasonal resources and ideas from the TES Spring collection

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What to do if a child is taken out of school during term time
The legal requirements for school food
Feedback is a fact of life for a new teacher. Helen Beckett helps you handle the good and bad varieties
So you’ve decided to start doing supply teaching, but don’t do anything until you’ve read this. Meabh Ritchie discovers what you need to survive
Voice coach Phyllida Furse offers tips to newly qualified teachers on how to protect this natural asset
Looking after your health may be way down on your long ‘to do’ list, but it’s time to promote it, says Kathy Oxtoby
Five golden rules for surviving the dreaded parents’ evening by Stephen Calladine-Evans
Former inspector Selwyn Ward dispels some popular misconceptions new teachers have about the Ofsted process
Take full advantage of being observed at this stage in your career. Your colleagues are there to help, not hinder you
Watch other teachers and then try their techniques - and avoid their mistakes

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