So... What Does an Outstanding Teacher Do?

<p>What distinguishes an <i>Outstanding Teacher</i>? A question asked in numerous interviews - and one that's much easier to ask than to answer. Many teachers will admit they don't actually know what 'Outstanding' looks like. It's not about creating <i>jazz hands </i>lessons for a one-off observation through 'prepping stressing and box-ticking'. It isn't something that can be achieved in a single lesson. It is a craft that needs developing like any other skill. This guide expands on previous works by discussing long-term development the benefits of embedding skills learner attributes and the impact of COVID.</p> <p>Influenced by John Hattie's Visible Learning research <i> So...What does an Outstanding Teacher Do</i>? provides practical guidance and opportunities for self-reflection for teachers who want to maximise their positive impact on students' learning. Areas covered include: </p> <ul> <p> <li>Feedback</li> <p></p> <p> <li>Student voice</li> <p></p> <p> <li>Self-regulation</li> <p></p> <p> <li>Teachers working collectively</li> <p></p> <p> <li>Differentiated learning objectives</li> <p></p> <p> <li>SOLO Taxonomy</li> <p></p> <p> <li>Questioning and observation</li> <p></p></ul><b> <p>Chowdhary </b>provides teachers with recommendations for enhancing practice that easily apply to any classroom regardless of their subject speciality or position. Whether you are a PGCE Student an ECT or a practising teacher this book is a practical and accessible guide for any teacher who aspires to maximise their positive impact and become truly outstanding.</p>