The Future World of Automation and Robotics Posted on 9 October 2017 by Becky Duncan - Kent-Teach in EdTech We have all seen the movies predicting a bleak dystopian future but are these films realistic? Here’s what the real predictions are for the world of work in a future of automation and robotics and what it means for teachers. Read More...
Happy World Teachers' Day - 5th October 2017 Posted on 5 October 2017 by Rebecca Taylor - Kent-Teach in General Today (Wednesday 5th October 2017) is World Teachers’ Day which is internationally recognised to celebrate teachers and to thank and honour them for the amazing work that they do. This year's theme is “Teaching in Freedom, Empowering Teachers” and one way to recognise the amazing work that teachers do is by thanking them... Read More...
Dyslexia Awareness Posted on 4 October 2017 by Kent-Teach in General Dyslexia Awareness week runs from Monday 2nd to Sunday 8th October 2017 and this year's theme is 'Positive about Dyslexia'. Check out these interesting facts and figures... Read More...
8 Top Teacher Interview Questions Posted on 3 October 2017 by Rebecca Taylor - Kent-Teach Advisor in Career Wouldn’t it be helpful to know the kind of questions schools might ask during interviews? Well, to help you prepare for those dreaded and nerve racking interviews, we asked a couple of Headteachers some of the questions they use and here is what they said... Read More...
7 Sparks to Create Classroom Buzz Moments Posted on 29 September 2017 by Hanna Beech, Phase Leader, Year 4 Teacher, Wellbeing Co-ordinator in Career This buzz of excitement will lead to motivated, ready learners who are keen to get going on a task or project, leading to higher involvement and opening pupils up to better outcomes. Here are some activities which I have seen spark buzz moments... Read More...
Blackened Organic Salmon Steaks Posted on 28 September 2017 by Rebecca Taylor - Kent-Teach Advisor in Wellbeing In light of Organic September, here's a delicious recipe originally sourced from the Soil Association website that will help contribute to your 'two weekly oily fish portions'. What's better is it's an organic dish, perfect for Organic September. Read More...
8 Ways to Reduce your Carbon Footprint Posted on 26 September 2017 by Becky Duncan - Kent-Teach in General Here are 8 easy ways you can reduce your carbon footprint to protect the environment and safeguard the natural world for future generations. Read More...
6 Fun Facts and Activities for Red Squirrel Awareness Week Posted on 25 September 2017 by Kent-Teach in General To celebrate the iconic red squirrel this Red Squirrel Awareness Week with your children or class check out these fun facts and activities to do at home or school. Read More...
Equinoxes and Solstices Explained #Resources Posted on 22 September 2017 by Darren - Kent-Teach in Resources It’s that time of year again where the leaves begin to fall, the days get shorter, the temperature drops, birds fly south, squirrels hide – are you ready for Autumn? Read More...
From Police Officer to Educator Posted on 20 September 2017 by Scott - Assistant Head/Safeguarding and Wellbeing Lead in Career Assistant Lead of Safeguarding and Wellbeing, Scott, tells us about his journey from working as a frontline police officer to choosing education as his career path... Read More...