Communicating
Description
Sue Cowley reflects on a day's filming with NQT Chris Farnen's Y5 class of thirty mixed ability pupils. Being a good communicator is an essential skill for developing as an effective teacher. Sue's observations reveal that Chris possesses many of these skills e.g. a good speaking voice, clear instructions, good eye contact and the ability to vary his style between the whole class and individual pupils. However like many NQTs Chris is setting himself an exhausting pace throughout every lesson. Sue encourages him to create some moments of stillness, times when he is not walking and talking, giving him permission to ease up a little, and a chance to listen to his class.
Runtime
6 min
Series
Subjects
- Teacher-student relationships (61)
- Interpersonal communication (301)
- Communication in education (34)
- Classroom management (356)
Genre
Date of Publication
2010
Database
Alexander Street
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