Ready, Steady, Go – Maximising Lesson Time from the Bell

The bell goes and students wait to start the lesson. On average, there is an 8 minute gap between the end of one lesson and the actual start of the following lesson, whether staff move and students remain in the same room or vice versa (observed during visits across a wide variety of schools). This workshop will demonstrate how to eliminate ‘wasted’ time at the beginning of each lesson.

Who would benefit from this course

Teachers of Grades K – 12, Senior Staff, Heads of Faculty, School or Department

Participants will:

• Learn about the importance of the ‘Elevator Pitch’
• See practical examples of ‘starters’ to ensure learners are engaged in thinking from the first moment
• Understand how a carefully crafted ‘starter’ can provide a powerful link to new learning
• Work with others to create a ‘bank’ of generic lesson starters suitable for any subject

Course duration

Half day