Professional Knowledge Flashcards
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What does 'evidence-informed practice' mean in the context of UK teaching?
Answer: Drawing on research evidence to inform professional judgements and teaching decisions
Evidence-informed practice involves teachers using educational research alongside their professional experience and knowledge of their pupils to make effective teaching decisions.
Which of the following is a key principle of metacognition as applied in UK classrooms?
Answer: Pupils should be taught to plan, monitor, and evaluate their own learning
Metacognition involves teaching pupils to be aware of and regulate their own learning processes through planning, monitoring, and evaluating, which the EEF identifies as highly effective.
In the UK education system, what is the purpose of a 'knowledge organiser'?
Answer: A concise document summarising the essential knowledge pupils need to learn for a topic
Knowledge organisers are concise reference documents that set out the key facts, vocabulary, dates, and concepts that pupils need to know for a particular topic or unit of work.
What is 'scaffolding' in a teaching context?
Answer: Providing temporary support that is gradually removed as pupils develop independence
Scaffolding involves providing structured support to help pupils access challenging content, then gradually withdrawing that support as they become more competent and independent.
According to Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction, which practice is most effective for embedding knowledge?
Answer: Daily and weekly review of previously learned material
Rosenshine emphasises the importance of regular review, including daily review at the start of lessons and weekly/monthly review, to strengthen memory and build automaticity.
What is the 'Pupil Premium' in the English education system?
Answer: Additional government funding to help disadvantaged pupils achieve their potential
The Pupil Premium is additional government funding provided to schools in England to improve the attainment and outcomes of disadvantaged pupils, including those eligible for free school meals.