How can teachers support students to think and learn?

by Gail Brown | August 24, 2021

This post showcases Dan Willingham's book, with information that links directly to considering working memory and deliberate practice in classrooms. A series of posts using this book will be shared in the coming weeks. The focus is on thinking and learning, and how teachers can support this through their teaching.

Talking with children about COVID

by Gail Brown | August 20, 2021

Optimism & Caution: Potential NSW support for Literacy and Numeracy

by Gail Brown | August 15, 2021

The potential for improvements in literacy and numeracy are great for NSW students, with the recent release of information about new positions that will support implementation of evidence-based research in schools. Success of these positions will be dependent upon the deep knowledge and expertise of the people who fill these positions. Such knowledge and skills involve both experience in teaching roles, evidence-based research and in building learning relationships with educators at all levels in schools. The need for this support, given the pandemic and remote learning has never been greater.

Children’s early language, 2: Bilingual language learning

by Gail Brown | July 15, 2021

Supporting Parents and Teachers during remote learning, homeschooling and lockdowns

by Gail Brown | July 9, 2021

Remote Learning, stress and burnout: Simple Evidence-based strategies

by Gail Brown | July 8, 2021

Six simple, evidence-based strategies may help when we are stressed!

Deep breaths, positives and smiles can make a big difference...

Whether it's lockdown, or some other reason, take time for yourself!

Early intervention reading research!

by Gail Brown | April 4, 2021

Evidence-based practice supported by a neonatal pediatrician! Dr John Hutton's program supports parents reading to their young babies and also supports early screening for young preschoolers by identifying potential interventions.

Learning to learn more, thinking again!

by Gail Brown | March 25, 2021

I've learned so much and I keep learning - this interview and book both confirmed that I still have a lot to learn. I hope this post challenges your thinking and helps you learn more too!