Beauty is everywhere if we only look . . .

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Michael Johnson

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Beauty is everywhere if we only look . . .

This study examined the impact of different seating arrangements on student behavior in a low-attaining English class. The researcher observed the class over twelve lessons with three different seating configurations: enforcing the school's standard boy-girl arrangement, seating students by ability, and allowing free seating choice. Data was collected through observations, student questionnaires, and focus groups. Overall, the study found some interesting results regarding changes in student behavior and work output under the different arrangements, though the analysis could have been strengthened by more direct comparison to previous research findings and deeper discussion of the limitations of the study methods. The researcher aims to present these findings to school leadership to inform classroom seating policies.

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John Henry Newman Catholic College (JHNCC) requests information from primary schools about incoming Year 7 pupils who may need additional support. JHNCC then assesses these pupils to determine if they will require individual provision plans (IPPs). Six weeks before the end of the primary school term, potential pupils visit JHNCC once a week for induction activities and assessments. All teachers at JHNCC are provided the list of pupils joining Year 7 who have additional learning needs. IPPs are created and shared for these pupils to outline teaching strategies and set targets. Pupils' progress toward targets is regularly reviewed.

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The document discusses several theories of cognitive development and their relevance to teaching, including behaviorism, Piaget's theory of cognitive development, and Vygotsky's sociocultural theory. It notes that behaviorism sees learning as conditioned responses to external stimuli and rewards/punishments, while Piaget's stages of development outline how children's thinking changes as they mature. However, Piaget's stages are too rigid. Vygotsky believed social interaction aids learning, and introduced the concept of the "zone of proximal development" where children can learn more with guidance. The document concludes that teachers should consider multiple theories to create effective learning environments tailored to different students and subjects, as no single approach fits all situations.

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This document discusses a research project examining the impact of seating arrangements on behavior for low-attaining students. It notes that while schools focus on behavior, the classroom environment is often overlooked. The research will study the standard boy-girl seating policy and two other arrangements to see how seating in a non-standard classroom impacts behavior and learning. It provides context on the school, including that it is in a socially deprived area and has above average numbers of students eligible for free school meals.

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This document outlines the medium term plan for a unit on Shakespeare's Macbeth for an English class in year 11 or 12. The unit will focus on a close analysis of Act 1 of the play, examining its structural and linguistic aspects. Students will analyze how Shakespeare presents the conflict between good and evil in Act 1, with the key assessment being a controlled assessment submission analyzing this theme. Lessons will introduce students to the historical context of the play and witchcraft to understand Shakespeare's audience. Students will then analyze how Macbeth is portrayed in Act 1 scenes 1 and 2.

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