@mrs-devon
No DMs, thank you. My display name is meant to be MrS-Devon. I am a maths teacher in West Devon, who is just in his 50s. My likes are Plymouth Argyle, Man Utd, reading, indoor plants. The most important things in my life? That would be my family.
It is so important when teaching Ss to not finish off their sentence. Today (as most recent days) I asked a question, got an answer that could be correct, and then asked the S to tell me the next line. This has really made them think and shown me what they don't understand. #teaching
It is shocking to watch the orange baffon and the effect his words and actions are having on America. To be even more shocked would perhaps be unbelievable. Then the 5 time draft dodger disparaged the sacrifice made by fellow NATO soldiers. Whet a horrendous man.
Today's observation from myself is to use timers regularly in the lesson. I'm not harking back to strict lesson plans, but just deciding how long to do a task and using them so as to not run out of time at the end of the lesson. #teacherthought
Breaking every step into atoms (atomisation) and checking that each step is understood (by using MWB) has become the most important part of my maths lessons. #teaching #cpd
I find that this encourages the required engagement immediately and is quicker than allowing all in at once. I saw a clip of this tip shared online and decided to try it, so far, it has worked. #teacher #teachertip
I cannot claim credit for this.
Firstly every student needs to remove their coat whilst in the corridor, then I only allow 6 students into my room at a time. These 6 have to be quiet and focussed B4 the next 6 are allowed in.
What are your thoughts on the Ss who said together? I used to do higher ability with lower ability, but I found that this often slowed the higher down. Now I also take into account ability and group by ability.
My thought for the day; seating plans need to be set by the teacher. Students will choose to sit with their mates and in most cases, this results in less productivity. #teacherthoughts
Trump has created a police state. I will never holiday in America whilst him, or his cronies are in charge.
Fans are cancelling tickets.
FIFA has called an emergency meeting over the World Cup backlash.
Boycott the Olympics too.
Trump's Gestapo will round up and shoot anyone.
No one is safe in America.
Next week in class I will be pushing "What if" to thoroughly check for understanding. For example, what if: ' the polygon had 5 sides, not 4', 'i had the speed and wanted to find the time'. It is a tool that comes into and out of fashion for me. #teachingmaths #teaching
TA support would be nice!
I'm wondering if there are any teachers who wear hearing aids at work? I do, and it is starting to get harder to keep track of who is saying what; unfortunately some students are also finding it funny to make noises discreetly. Anyone got ideas?
Any tips to help a fellow maths teacher? I am really struggling with mixed ability classes. I have a series of questions for those with advice.
Q1 Seating, should they be sitting next to someone with a similar ability, or top with bottom? TIA. #Teachets #mathsteachers
Well done Scotland, Scotland 4 Denmark 2. #worldcup2026.
It will be interesting to see if (former prince) Andrew is mentioned in the files. A nasty, arrogant, inflated man. If he is then he needs to stand trial.
Oops, my prediction regarding Rooney is now outdated!
@themathsbazaar.bsky.social Hello, I'm taking your advice and coming over to bluesky for more friendly discussions.
Yikes, back to school tomorrow. I'm looking forward to this school year.
No, please tell me more.
I decided to get a new hobby, growing bonsai from seeds or saplings. Great, except it turns out they will probably take 10 years to get to the desired outcome. I'm sticking with it, but I might need another new hobby! #bonsai
Work is tough at the moment, hence not many updates from me, but I'm still reading. And I still worry about the effect of Trump.
How far have egg prices fallen in America?
Surely the war in Ukraine is over, it was only going to take 24 hours for him to fix.
I can only watch with horror at the shit show that is the American presidency, at least he is not in charge of my country. But the worry is the problems he will cause the world.
Likewise, thank you for following me back.
Thank you.
Looking at your profile pic, so is yours.
Hello everyone, that's my dog, Mable. 💙