Active Learning on www.thinkinghistory.co.uk

Welcome to the NQT & Trainee Zone

This section discusses key issues related to developing your active learning techniques.

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Getting Started

Setting a context for this zone.

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Using the activities

Key points on using the activities on this website – you take ownership.

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Practicalities

The juggler analogy - teachers dealing with class management, subject knowledge learning problems and moreThe practicalities of active learning - class management issues

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Why Active Learning?

Reinforcing the benefits – for you and your students – of using active learning in the classroom.

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Analysing Effectiveness

Debriefing, reflections and a focus on learning problems.

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Using the DVD for CPD

The Thinking History DVD is an ideal complement to this site; use it for your CPD.

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Trainees and mentors at Kingston University acting out a 'washing line'

Trainees and mentors in a ‘washing line’ at Kingston University

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Getting started

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Why Active Learning?

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Using the DVD for CPD

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Discussing the role of the poleaxe in education!

Discussing the role of the poleaxe in education!