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For teachers and school leaders who want 90-second ⏱️ access to research-informed, teaching and learning ideas, ➡️ direct to their phone, away from all the noise on social media 🚫 One ☝️ update, Tuesdays & Thursdays (7-8 PM, GMT) during UK term time ONLY; shared by Ross Morrison McGill, founder of @TeacherToolkit. 🚫 No more searching ❌ No social noise 🗣️ No idle chat 🚯 No AoB ✋🏽 Occasionally, there will be a resource or a CPD update; these messages will be shared as above. Any questions, email [email protected]

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@TeacherToolkit
5/20/2025, 5:47:09 PM

NEW 🚀 Two recent meta-analyses have attempted to resolve the decades-long debate about #LearningStyles—and have arrived at opposite conclusions. Who to believe? 🤔 🟢 https://www.teachertoolkit.co.uk/2025/05/20/learning-styles-research-comparison/

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2/4/2025, 6:35:04 PM

✏️ Week 18, Video 32 🌟 Highlight: Is AI making students less able to think for themselves? ⏱️ Quick Insight: research (n = 666) shows frequent ai use weakens students’ critical thinking by encouraging cognitive offloading—where thinking is outsourced instead of developed independently. 🗨️ CPD Discussion: What should teachers do to ensure AI enhances learning rather than replaces deep thinking? 🔗 Access Today’s Research: https://youtu.be/feg9TmXF1WI?si=FonvalxEYcg8XMOX 🏆 TT Top Tip: Ask students to challenge AI-generated answers - is it accurate? What bias might exist? 🏁 To conclude: AI should enhance learning, not replace thinking. 👇🏽 🔄 Share this WhatsApp group URL with another teacher who would love ❤️ these updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VanY3JJ2f3ETBubNJ40v 📵 No searching the web ❌ No social media noise 🗣️ No unnecessary chatter 🚯 No AOB ⏰ Reminder: Any questions, email [email protected]

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@TeacherToolkit
2/6/2025, 6:13:43 PM

✏️ Week 18, Video 33 🌟 Highlight: Why do so many young people consider teaching but never follow through? 🤔 ⏱️ Quick Insight: Teaching’s status (respect) and safety (job security) shape career choices—many see it as a backup plan, not a first choice. 🗨️ CPD Discussion: What should schools do to challenge the "born teacher" myth and encourage a more diverse teaching workforce? 🔗 Access Today's Research: Watch the video here https://youtu.be/67v30P8LKt8?si=BeJ4MhMfBUfZ1mka 🏆 TT Top Tip: Introduce teaching career options earlier—especially in science and subjects with recruitment challenges. 🎁 Resource BONUS: 5 Teacher Recruitment Tips https://www.teachertoolkit.co.uk/2017/04/23/5-recruitment-tips/ 🏁 To conclude: The message is? Rethink teacher recruitment—challenge stereotypes! 👏 👇🏽 🔄 Share this WhatsApp group URL with another teacher who would love ❤️ these updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VanY3JJ2f3ETBubNJ40v 📵 No searching the web ❌ No social media noise 🗣️ No unnecessary chatter 🚯 No AOB ⏰ Reminder: Any questions, email [email protected] I will see you next Tuesday; have a great weekend. 👋

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@TeacherToolkit
2/12/2025, 9:40:54 AM

It’s been a busy half term! This week I’ve been in schools in Cumbria and London… https://www.teachertoolkit.co.uk/2025/02/11/small-schools/

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2/25/2025, 7:34:25 PM

✏️ Week 19 / Video 34 🌟 Highlight: Is ADHD really just about attention and behaviour? 🎬 Watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAmM6QNlaV8 ⏱️ Tell me QUICKLY? ADHD is not just a behavioural issue—it’s linked to how different brain networks communicate, even at rest.  🗨️ CPD Discussion: What professional development is available on ADHD and neurodiversity in your school? 🗞️ I will be back on Thursday; have a good week!

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@TeacherToolkit
2/25/2025, 7:36:20 PM

Visited a DT department yesterday. Huge milling machine at the back of the classroom; still in use 🥰

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2/27/2025, 8:00:42 PM

✏️ Week 19 / Video 35 🌟 Highlight: Are autistic students learning in a brain built differently? 🎬 Watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTRFv0ggRhk ⏱️ Tell me QUICKLY? Autistic students have unique brain connectivity! 🗨️ CPD Discussion: What should teachers do to reduce cognitive overload for autistic students in everyday lessons? 🏆 TT Top Tip: Use structured routines and extra processing time to help autistic students retain information more effectively. 🏁 To conclude: the message is? Make small adaptations create inclusive classrooms. 🗞️ I will be back on Tuesday; have a great weekend!

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@TeacherToolkit
2/27/2025, 8:01:21 PM

🎁 Resource BONUS: https://www.teachertoolkit.co.uk/2017/06/15/teachingautism/ 🔄 Share this WhatsApp group URL with another teacher who would love ❤️ these updates: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VanY3JJ2f3ETBubNJ40v 📵 No searching the web
❌ No social media noise
🗣️ No unnecessary chatter
🚯 No AOB ⏰ Reminder: Any questions, email [email protected]

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@TeacherToolkit
2/27/2025, 8:05:51 PM

I’m leading a free-to-join 30 minute next Wednesday 🚨 If your school or college is struggling with attendance, I’m working with a great company who help automate behaviour management. Join me to see how Attend automates attendance management. 📊 5th March, 7 PM GMT. Sign up now! 🏫 https://www.attending.school/other/TeacherToolkit

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