the teacher’s toolkit managing the learning environment kevin hewitson
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The Teacher’s ToolkitManaging the learning environment
Kevin Hewitson
Principles behind the Toolkit
To act a reminder of the “tools available”
to teachers for managing the
learning environment
To provide a point of discussion about
teaching and learning strategies
To provide personal reminders of
strategies to use when in the classroom
How it came about
My own teaching & coaching experiences.
Working with teachers.
Exploring what works and does
not work in teaching.
Using the Toolkit
Get together, either formally or informally, (coffee time!) to see
what is in the box. Each item is a metaphorical
teaching tool.
Each person takes a turn to pick an item and
explain how they see it associated with
managing teaching and learning.
Listen and ask questions before passing the
toolkit onto the next teacher.
Make a note of any strategies that you may
like to try, those you want to use more often, or those that may need
“sharpening” or bringing up to date.
Building the Toolkit
Identify an item that represents a tool you use in your teaching and add it to
the box.
Remove any items that are ineffective or have limited/little use.
What is in my Toolkit?
Some of the things in my box
Owl Watch wait and
listen, don’t always jump in.
LabelsBe careful how you use them,
they stick!
Family PictureGet to know
your learners.
Clapping handsPraise effort
and strategies not the person.
Some of the things in my box
CupCelebrate
achievement, even the small
stuff.
MirrorTake time to
reflect now and then.
BadgePromote
belonging, it’s a key learning
need.
EaselModel the
behaviour and attitudes you
require of others.
Back in the classroom
Place the symbol of the tool you wish to practise using
on your desk or as a picture on the wall to remind you
Extend the toolkit to include your students and their needs in managing their
learning
Share your Toolkit
E-mail me your list of what and why.
Tweet list or pictures @4c3d or using
#teachtoolkit