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Thinking Deeply about Primary Education

9 ways to get the most from pre-diagnostic assessments.

Nov 27, 2021
Educational expert Neil Almond and experienced educator Tom Oakley discuss the importance of pre-diagnostic assessments in education. They explore personalized approaches to maximize benefits, enhance lesson planning, and support teachers for improved student outcomes. The conversation highlights practical strategies for adapting teaching methods to address individual student needs, emphasizing the significance of filling gaps in understanding and avoiding assumptions about student progress.
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Quick takeaways

  • Utilize pre-diagnostic assessments to identify student knowledge gaps for effective planning strategies.
  • Thoroughly prepare for assessments by understanding curriculum progression and using interactive tasks.

Deep dives

Exploring Teach Like a Champion 3.0 and Curriculum Readings

The podcast episode delved into Neil's reading of 'Teach Like a Champion 3.0' by Douglas Move, emphasizing the flexibility of dipping in and out of the book to explore teaching techniques like checking for understanding. Tom discussed his readings around curriculum, referencing a blog about misconceptions and an insightful piece on learning by McCray. Both educators highlighted the importance of revisiting teaching strategies and seeking out misconceptions.

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