Pete (@mr_van_w) explores some of the many problems with the implementation of the Year 1 Phonics test of made up words in a sometimes tricky language to negotiate.

John (@jfcatto) dips his toe into some of the many ways to differentiate a mixed ability classroom.

Tips to teachers: Automate, choose jobs wisely and accept done is done.    

 

Pete: 'Plood, pove, moul': teachers push back against year 1 phonics test - Pallavi Singhal

http://www.smh.com.au/national/plood-pove-moul-teachers-push-back-against-year-1-phonics-test-20180212-p4z02l.html

 

Private school considers banning works of Shakespeare

https://au.news.yahoo.com/a/38905133/wa-private-school-considers-banning-works-of-shakespeare/ 

 

John: A Starter Kit for Differentiated Instruction 

https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/starter-kit-differentiated-instruction/ 

 

"Work Smarter Not Harder" - Crystal Caton

https://educatingthedigitallearner.com/2018/02/08/strategies-to-work-smarter-not-harder/