New! NQT Conference 2005 
‘Don't Work Harder – Work Smarter! A Guide To More Success With Less Slog' with Jon Styler
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This breakout is all about creating smarter learners so that there is more time for fun in the classroom.
Suitable for all subject areas, the session provides tons of inspiration that can be put to immediate use on return to school or college. It shows how to create the right mental, emotional and physical environment in which students can succeed.
The focus is on structuring learning in the classroom, based on a knowledge and appreciation of how students learn.
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Key points
• Discussing students' personal learning styles. It is vitally important to know how to alter your teaching style to have the maximum impact on each student.
• Techniques for developing the ‘Three Steps To Success'. Understanding and summarising; memorising and learning techniques; how to handle revision.
• Organising notes. Keeping track of materials so that time isn't wasted in finding them; keeping stress to a minimum; more time for fun and creativity in the classroom.
• Time management. Its importance for students; showing learners how to prioritise so that they don't get overwhelmed; creating positive work/play timetables for maximum productivity and an effective balance.
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About your trainer
Jon Styler is a former Headteacher who now works as a free-lance education consultant offering support in: preparing young people for examinations; memory training; time management; goal setting; motivation; revision techniques. He also advises teachers on their students' performance. Jon is known for his lively, professional presentations that are fun to attend, and which provide tons of useful advice and inspiration.
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