How to take back your evenings
October 3, 2024
I’ve put together three simple strategies to ensure you can get the most out of your evenings – and to make sure that your time is finally yours. … More How to take back your evenings
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Supercharge your classroom: 6 digital strategies
August 30, 2024
I’ve come up with 6 hacks that will supercharge your digital classroom. Read on for my collection of strategies that have been tried and tested in my classroom over the years. … More Supercharge your classroom: 6 digital strategies
The essential back to school teacher toolkit
August 23, 2024
Right now, we need to get ready for the incoming term. You’ve had a rest, you’ve done the planning that needs doing, and now you’re ready to get back to what you do best: teaching. Here’s my shopping list of essentials from my teacher toolkit. … More The essential back to school teacher toolkit
3 ways to pair your new iPad with the perfect keyboard
August 16, 2024
I’m going to detail who exactly needs a keyboard for their tablet, the criteria you should consider when comparing different models, and my own recommendations towards the end. … More 3 ways to pair your new iPad with the perfect keyboard
Why is choosing the right iPad so hard?
August 9, 2024
I love using iPads, but I’ve now upgraded my Apple tablet twice. I kept wondering whether I should opt for the iPad Pro, to future-proof the device, or if a simpler model would be enough. If you’re in a similar position, you might be wondering: why is it so hard to choose your next device? For a comprehensive breakdown, look no further. … More Why is choosing the right iPad so hard?
The 4-step method to easily learn Japanese before your trip to Tokyo
August 3, 2024
Japanese isn’t easy, and I won’t be fluent by the time I go, but here’s the 4-step approach that I’m taking to learn some key words and phrases. … More The 4-step method to easily learn Japanese before your trip to Tokyo
How to spend your summer as a teacher
July 26, 2024
Here are the most productive things that you can spend your summer doing as a teacher. I’ve broken this into two halves, with some actionable steps in the second half of the article. … More How to spend your summer as a teacher
Regulating emotions in the classroom with How We Feel
July 19, 2024
Sometimes, students need time outside of the classroom. Sometimes, that doesn’t work. In trying to develop more self-regulated learners, I’ve been trialling an app called How We Feel, which aims to get us all to know ourselves just a little bit better. Have a read to see what it’s like, how it works, and whether it could fit into your behaviour toolkit. … More Regulating emotions in the classroom with How We Feel
iPad Air 6 Logitech Combo Touch review – must-have accessory
July 12, 2024
Here’s why the Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case is the only case that you’ll ever need for your new iPad … More iPad Air 6 Logitech Combo Touch review – must-have accessory
Becoming an Apple Learning Coach changed my teaching
June 28, 2024
I was standing in the staff workroom when I received an email from one of our Deputy Headteachers. Her email didn’t leave me guessing: it was asking for a quick chat to see if I was interested in joining the Apple Learning Coach programme.
Here’s how it completely transformed my teaching. … More Becoming an Apple Learning Coach changed my teaching
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