Environments for Learning

• To examine the classroom environment
• To plan resources to support specific learning activities
• To produce a classroom plan
• To evaluate routine activities to maximise time for teaching and learning
• To monitor an individual pupil to estimate active learning time
• To evaluate the variety of learning objectives, tasks and activities, and the extent to which they engage pupils

Using Technology for Learning

• To consider the affordances and constraints of a particular piece of software
• To consider the impact of the recent focus given to teaching about computers

Managing Pupils and Adults

• To consider the pros and cons of group working
• To consider the involvement of parents and carers in the classroom and school
• To consider the working with support staff

Notes on Further Reading

• Overview
• Environments for learning
• Organising the classroom for learning
• Using technology for learning
• Managing pupils and adults

Research Briefings

• Interactive teaching and ICT
• Using computers to enhance learning
• From black boxes to glass goxes
• Supporting learning with ICT in pre-school settings

Diagrams and figures

• Figure 8.1 Bronfenbrenner's ecological theory
• Figure 8.2 Plan of a Key Stage 2 classroom