The Art of Thinking CPD - Critical Thinking for Reading and Writing Success

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Unlock your pupils' potential with The Art of Thinking – a one-day workshop on 15th or 22nd January, where teachers will collaborate, plan, and take home practical strategies for sparking critical thinking and curiosity in reading and writing.

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of writers?

Paton Education is thrilled to invite you to The Art of Writing CPD courses, starting with The Art of Thinking. Our courses are coming to Bradford live in January and February 2025!

Backed by the latest research and designed for today’s learners, our interactive workshops are crafted to rejuvenate your teaching practice, spark curiosity and creativity, and bring joy back into the writing process!

 

Course Details:

 

The Art of Thinking: Critical Thinking for Reading & Writing Success

Dates: January 15th (ECT Edition) & January 22nd

Location: Woodlands Conference Suite, Steeton Primary School

Cost: £150 per delegate (£100 for a second delegate from the same school)

Catering: Catering is provided on this course

 

Course Description: This course focuses on fostering critical thinking and curiosity in the classroom. Participants will collaborate to plan units of work that encourage students to predict, infer, and engage deeply with content. Dedicated to tackling the vocabulary deficit faced by children today, this course equips teachers with engaging strategies to build rich language skills that empower students. The day will be filled with practical strategies that teachers can apply immediately, along with collaborative lesson planning and the development of long-term units of work.

 

Key Highlights:

  • Collaborative Planning: Teachers will design a unit focused on The Art of Thinking using activities like The HookThe Magic Eraser, and 5-Word Forecast.
  • Lesson Studies: Share planning ideas, discuss adaptations for different contexts, and practice selected strategies in small groups.
  • Networking: Time for peer discussion and networking to foster ongoing connections and collaboration.

Outcomes:

  • Leave with a toolkit focused on critical thinking strategies.
  • Build professional networks for ongoing support

 

Online booking form: https://forms.office.com/r/8E6UzKtw3m

 

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Opportunity

Published: 11/11/2024
Audience: Key Stage 2
Contact: Paton Education Ltd

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