Why and how to use the ‘ping-pong’ teaching style
Episode 18 of the The NCETM Maths Podcast podcast, hosted by NCETM, titled "Why and how to use the ‘ping-pong’ teaching style" was published on March 6, 2019 and runs 49 minutes.
March 6, 2019 ·49m · The NCETM Maths Podcast
Summary
The episodic or ‘ping-pong’ teaching approach is one of the most striking features of a mastery-style lesson. But what is it exactly and how does this affect decisions made when planning lessons?
Episode Description
The episodic or ‘ping-pong' teaching approach is one of the most striking features of a mastery-style lesson. But what is it exactly and how does it affect decisions when planning lessons?
In this podcast, Primary Mastery Specialists Faye Glendinning and Sam Shutkever take us through the gritty detail of episodic lesson planning.
They explain the theory and how it is implemented in their schools. Each of them then takes us through the episodes of a recent lesson in detail, explaining each planning decision.
Show notesTaking part in the discussion are:
- Faye Glendinning, Cedars Academy, Birmingham, and Central Maths Hub
- Sam Shutkever, Akroydon Primary Academy, Halifax, and West Yorkshire Maths Hub
- Gwen Tresidder, Communications Manager, NCETM
Additional related content is available on the podcast page on our website.
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