Our Most Popular Vlogs of 2019!

2020 is nearly upon us and it is time to look back on, what has been, another successful year for WAGOLL Teaching! You have engaged so positively with all of our content but some of our vlogs were obviously some of your favourites. Our vlogs focused on short simple ideas you can use the enhance your teaching, classroom management and general day to day running of your classroom. We thought we would take a look back at our top five most popular vlogs of 2019! Which one helped you the most?

#5 Approaching Your First Class

When teaching students are approaching their final school placements and turn their attention to becoming NQTs it can be overwhelming.  Taking on their first class feels a like a huge step and you might not be quite sure where to start and what to priorities. How can you approach it with the right attitude and mentality that will allow you to have an enriching and successful time? We have the perfect video for you! ​

#4 Personalising Classroom Learning

Differentiation is a huge topic and can sometimes appear impossible to achieve completely. But by understanding the basics and handing the choice over to the children, it can be far easier to manage. Find out what basic personalised learning looks like and some handy hints to support your lesson planning!

#3 Fine Motor Skills

Kids develop motor skills at different rates. But when young kids struggle with fine motor skills, they can have trouble with key tasks like grasping utensils (like pencils), moving objects with their finger tips, and using tools like scissors. They may also have difficulty learning to tie their shoes. If your child’s fine motor skills need a little extra help, try these fun activities. ​

#2 Awesome Inference Activities

Inference is not just an important reading ability; it is a vital tool across the curriculum. From discovering new places or historical times, children must use what they see or read to make assumptions about what a place or time might have been like. There are so many ways you can teacher inference but here are our top activities that will engage your kids whilst helping them progress!

#1 Classroom Routines That Rock!

Our most popular vlog! Feeling stressed because your children take too long to transition? Feel like you can't get through your full lessons? Smooth classroom routines can save you time, stress and worry simply by allowing children to understand various classroom expectations. Here are my top five classroom routines you need to perfect to make your life easier!