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S1. E06 | Planing effective revision lessons

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Show Notes for S1 E06: Effective Revision Lessons – Make Them Engaging and Impactful

 
🎧 Episode Overview

Are you tired of revision lessons feeling static or uninspiring? In today’s episode of Miss Estruch Teach & Tell, I’m sharing how to transform your revision lessons into dynamic, interactive, and progression-packed sessions. These strategies helped me ace my own lesson observations—and they’ll work for you too!

 
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    What You'll Learn in This Episode
    1. Why traditional revision lessons often fall flat
      • The challenges of showing progression during independent tasks.
      • Step-by-step guide to planning impactful revision lessons:
        • Active recall starters – Engage students from the start.
        • Card sort activities – Build understanding in layers while fostering discussion.
        • Diamond 9 debates – Encourage critical thinking and essay skills.
        • Exam technique tasks – Reinforce the importance of command words and key terminology.
        • TARSIA quizzes – End on a high-energy, competitive note.
        • Plenary and homework tips:
          • SMART targets for actionable next steps.
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            Create a versatile card sort. Use one set of cards in multiple ways to push students’ thinking and showcase progression. This approach impressed my headteacher and transformed my lesson!

             
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