December 2020

Communication Theory

Theories, principles and models of communication

Last Updated on 29/08/2023 by James Barron Abstract This document delves into the multifaceted nature of communication in an educational setting, underscoring its pivotal role in every interaction between educators and students. Initial sections elaborate on basic and two-way communication models, emphasising both verbal and non-verbal means. As the narrative progresses, it illuminates the challenges […]

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Curriculum Development

Theories and models of curriculum development

Last Updated on 03/09/2023 by James Barron Abstract This article explores the diverse definitions and interpretations of curriculum in the educational realm, emphasising its various models and their implications. From the delineated five areas of curriculum—official, actual, formal, informal, and hidden—to more specific models like the product, process, thematic, and spiral, each has its unique

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Legal

Legislation, regulatory requirements and codes of practice in teaching

Last Updated on 03/09/2023 by James Barron Abstract This document elucidates the fundamental principles and obligations of key legislative frameworks including the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act (2006), and the Data Protection Act (1998), and their implications for educational settings. The Health and Safety at Work Act emphasises

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VARK Learning Preferences

Student learning preferences

Last Updated on 12/11/2021 by James Barron Along with a number of learning theories there is also the theory that students have different learning preferences. There are several different learning preferences, along with different approaches to interpreting and categorising these different preferences. It is important to deliver “a balance of learning activities in the sessions

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