Improve independence
Learn techniques to develop pupils' independence in reading and writing.
Boost outcomes
Discover how the language we use impacts on pupil progress.
Improve group work
Uncover strategies which will nurture high quality discussion and interaction.
About the Course
Teaching Assistants account for around a quarter (28%) of the overall state-funded school workforce (DfE). Recent research has shown that TAs who are sufficiently trained and deployed effectively within the classroom can have a positive impact on pupil engagement and attainment. For example, improving the nature and quality of TAs’ talk to pupils can support the development of independent learning skills, which are associated with improved learning outcomes (EEF). During this online training day (9.30am - 3pm) we will: - Examine techniques TAs can use to develop pupils’ independence in reading and writing. - Explore the use of questioning to move pupils’ thinking forward. - Consider how the language we use with pupils impacts on pupil progress. - Explore ways to maximise the effectiveness of group work by using techniques which develop high quality discussion and interaction.
What do schools say about this training?
"I have been incredibly inspired by today’s course and am very excited about sharing what I learnt with the other TAs at my school." Jamie Duckworthy, St Stephens Academy “Thank you so much for great course. Great interactive training with lots of opportunities to ask questions and talk to others which all made it an enjoyable and informative course. This has more than met my expectations. A wonderfully practical course – both personally and professionally.” Ayrun Nessa, Minet Infant School
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Meet Your Expert Trainer
I’m Tre Christopher, a co-founder at Dandelion Learning, where we know how valuable and valued teaching assistants are in the primary classroom! This day focuses on maximising the impact TAs have on learning through evidence based, practical approaches that make a real difference to pupil progress. Join me on this interactive training day!
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