Responsive Teaching

A thoroughly practical book which is, very importantly, not too long; although I did find it hard going at points as there is sometimes a tendency to belabour practical points, but I suppose that’s also possibly because the book is I think partly aimed at relatively new teachers. I hate to sound lik......more

This book has given me several extremely practical and well-researched ideas about teaching that I am now exploring. There are a few things I disagree with. I don't necessarily think this is the only way to teach well, and that the focus on just one main thing per lesson is perhaps a bit idealistic,......more

A great book with practical application of formative assessment from a cognitive learning science perspective that helps teachers refine their approach to fundamental challenges in the classroom. Being written by an experienced teacher, it is firmly grounded in reality as it ensures teachers can offe......more

První kapitola mě celkem zaujala, ale jak jsem knihou postupoval dál a dál, čím dál víc jsem si uvědomoval, že je to hrozná slátanina. Vnímám ji jako pokus zabalit "starou dobrou" frontálku do moderního hávu. Z mého pohledu zpátečnické, alibistické, takže v podstatě nepoužitelné.......more

An excellent book for teachers wishing to improve their practice. Full of good evidence and helpful tips. Much of it involves curriculum design and formative assessment. Short, to the point, and easy to understand and read.......more