How to Use Productive Struggle in the Classroom to Deepen Student Thinking and Learning

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem discusses innovative teaching strategies that foster student engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding through planned misconceptions, student debate, and fostering a culture of error in the classroom.If you would like to enquire about trauma-informed training, please contact Tem at [email protected] or book a call: https://calendly.com/tem-helpingteachersthrive/60  KEY TAKEAWAYS:Plan for misconceptions and use them as teaching opportunities.Encourage students to justify their answers and debate with peers.Create a classroom culture that embraces errors and mistakes.Use questioning techniques to probe student reasoning.Praise effort and process, not just correct answers.Go to The Helping Teachers Thrive Hub to unlock exclusive content, strengthen your skills and access resources to help level up and thrive in your teaching profession for the price of a coffee!BEST MOMENTS:“Plan for the misconception, not just the correct answer.”“Allowing students to struggle in the moment helps them develop a stronger and deeper understanding.”“Rather than giving students the answer, allow them to justify their thinking and discover the correct answer through discussion and debate.”“Talking more in lessons helps students think more in lessons.”“We have to praise the effort and the process, not just the outcome."VALUABLE RESOURCES:https://patreon.com/thehelpingteachersthrivehub?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/inclusive-questioning-how-to-get-the-most-out-of/id1681843058?i=1000613304264https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scaffolding-questioning-boosting-student-engagement/id1681843058?i=1000677547598ABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.