Before we begin...

This scene shows the

chaotic start to a lesson.

Discuss in groups and

write down potential

reasons and solutions for

this.

Outcomes...

Objectives...• To discuss the importance of using starters and share

good teaching practice.

• All will know what makes a good starter.

• Excellent when you are able to recognise the importance of using engaging starters.

•Even better if you share good teaching practice.

•They encourage early levels of engagement and motivation.•They help to inject a sense of pace and challenge•They create an expectation that pupils will think and participate in the lesson.Starters can be used to:Prepare for new learningRevisit and practice important skillsConsolidate knowledge from or make links to previous lessonsAssist memory

Theory...

They need to be...Immediately accessibleHook pupils interest (mystery, curiosity, novelty and relevance) there should always be an element of fun

Possible pitfalls:The starter takes too longIt takes over the whole of the lessonThey starter can lose pace and directionThey can become a fixed and stagnant routineThey can be derailed by wayward responses

Write down your

3 things you have

found out

Main task...

• Open the envelope and follow the instructions.

Reflection...• Complete the learning triangle:

One thing you hope to use in your teaching tomorrow.

Two things you are going to take away from this session.

Three features of a successful starter.

Outcomes...

Objectives...• To discuss the importance of using starters and share

good teaching practice.

• All will know what makes a good starter.

• Excellent when you are able to recognise the importance of using engaging starters.

•Even better if you share good teaching practice.