Workshop Resources

In this session I will draw on experiences as a university educator who has used play and creativity for many years to make a case for the importance of play in post 16 education. Often driven by principles which dictate how to measure evidence of intellectual engagement is also dictated by certain forms of pedagogy - ones that are associated with 'proper' (that is to say) traditional education. In this talk I will challenge insistence on tried, tested (and tired) approaches and present alternatives from my three year study of the use and value of playful learning in HE.

Experience the Climate Canopy, an immersive light installation based on climate data, meet the artist & spend time exploring the 5 metre long, interactive artwork, then learn more about Alison Smith’s practice: recycled materials and collaborating with scientists to create installations with strong environmental narratives. Become a climate advocate, and how to have positive conversations with colleagues and students. The National Centre for Atmospheric Science, have provided information and additional resources to explore after the session.

We often don’t notice it, but our society assumes that people should be chatty, social and quick to speak up - pretty much all the time, and this includes within our classrooms. This session aims to explore the hidden potential of our most misunderstood student group - the quiet ones!

In this session we will explore the technical side of how to use a visualiser (also known as a document camera) and what the software can do, before focusing on pedagogy and how you might use a visualiser in your classroom. We will explore how visualisers are useful for modelling, with examples taken from how a visualiser might be useful in subjects requiring extended written responses.

In this session we will discuss and reflect upon our own leadership and management approaches and how that develops or inhibits the teams which we lead. In a culture where relationships are placed at the forefront of continual improvement we will unpick the impact that trust and psychological safety has in creating and maintaining high performing teams. Come to this session with an open mind about your own leadership and management approach and leave with demonstrable strategies to consider in developing and transforming your teams and the way in which you lead.

Guidance, tips and strategies to set you up for success in the classroom and beyond. Build your knowledge and your network by joining us to discuss teaching, learning and assessment essentials. Discover how to teach to your full potential and make the classroom a richer experience for both you and your learners.

Framed by Bernstien’s theory of pedagogic rights, we will explore how this subject can equip students to participate effectively in society, improve opportunity and facilitate success in a range of vocational and academic subjects. Through debates and activities we will evaluate the strength of my argument and, hopefully, furnish you with a range of strategies to support your students as they navigate the challenging landscape of FE.

What is it? Attend my session and find out!

Building teams and culture is the most important part of the job for all leaders

Gain an understanding of what youth social action is. Find out how the Student Life Enrichment Team deliver youth social action and learn about the impact social action has on students skill development and wellbeing.

This session is linked to the CEIAG SOL, Careers and LMI and will have ideas and session plans to help your students find out about the jobs and the labour market.

This session will cover

• Understand different online risks​ for students and staff

• How to keep safe online - Legislation, Policies, Preventative Curriculum

• What are the signs that student is experiencing online abuse

• Know what advice to give​ (best practice)

The session will begin with a review of decolonial theory and definitions of decolonisation. I will present a theoretical framework, developed from the work of Latin American authors, around which understanding of decolonisation can be developed. I will then discuss how elements of this framework can be applied to developing a heightened understanding of decolonisation in the UK context.

This session will look at the use of multiple choice questions and how these can be used to identify knowledge gaps. This is more important than ever with the loss of education young people have had over recent years. Using mulitple choice questions is a great way to engage the whole class in questioning and can be scaffolded and stretched easily to challenge all learners.

What can educators learn from the work of computer game designers? Quite a lot, I reckon. These are people who devote themselves to creating environments full of challenge and opportunity for improvement; who set up systems that drive players to better themselves at every turn. Join me and learn some of the theories underpinning game design, and see if we can steal them and pretend we thought of them first.

This practice moves us towards a much more interpersonal process: a culture of shared responsibility and problem solving. The voices and needs of all those involved are clearly outlined and addressed, and – whilst some sort of consequence may well be necessary – the focus is on restoring trust and connection, on putting things right, making things better and moving forward.

Put simply, restorative justice is what you do; restorative practice is what you are.

So, how do you change the culture of a school? One classroom at a time. Where do you start? In the one you’re in now.

This session will explore the concept of 'expertise', what it might look like for teaching and how delegates might apply it for their own professional and career development. A model will be presented that is based on empirical research, personal experience of educational development and extensive discussions with colleagues in the sector through workshops and conferences. This model proposes three overlapping elements of expertise: Pedagogical Content Knowledge, Artistry of Teaching, and Professional Learning.

Maths is a subject that requires a vast array of skills to be acquired and large amounts of information to be retained and then applied in an exam situation. Learning the skills required is a major part of having success in the exam, but the actual understanding of the topics themselves is, in itself, more important than just remembering the methods. Maths mastery aims to put the focus on understanding rather than just remembering information and it is through this that the project will aim to improve attainment through the improvement of vocabulary related to key terms and definitions found in the GCSE Maths exam.

Whether your vocational area is Hair and Beauty, Travel/Food and Drink, Public Services, Sport or Engineering, you will see how designing a project for all students, based firmly in their vocation, can have a significant positive impact on the motivation to learn literacy. Vocation grounded English lessons can improve students' reading, writing, speaking and listening skills with a focus on employability in their chosen fields. With English disguised, we can engage and enthuse students who have the view that English is irrelevant, uninspiring and pointless.

Explore how to use different levels in questioning to match learners' abilities and promote growth. Teachers and Co-professionals will learn how they can be used as a scaffolding technique to develop or supplement existing Quality First Teaching practices.

Over the last few decades technology has developed with higher acceleration than ever and this leads to a more globalized and comfortable world. However, are we really equally aware of the benefits and risks of scientific discoveries and technology? Effective STEM education is a key element for modern societies to make sure that humanity can use the available tools for good and any related risks are reduced or even eliminated.

In my presentation I will provide an overview of successful teaching and learning STEM methods in different educational settings including how to attract a wide range of students into STEM.

Evidencing learning and developing assessment strategies for Apprentices can be tricky for assessors and tutors alike.

The aim of the session is to make this easy and change mindsets, to make target setting, assessment and progression purposeful and meaningful, whilst being easy and accessible.

This session looks at the different ways that male students are impacted by mental health and toxic masulinity and what we can do to help them to be mentally fit. It explores the reasons why suicide rates are so high in young males and what we need to do differently to help young males express their emotnions and access support.