The Elements of Great Teaching – Dimension 1, Element 1

In Episode 7 of The Elements of Great Teaching, Adam Kohlbeck and I delve into Dimension 1: Understanding the Content, focusing on Element 1: Content Knowledge from the Model for Great Teaching. This element isn’t just about knowing facts—it’s about developing a flexible and fluent understanding of the subject you’re teaching. As we explore in the episode, it involves deep, connected knowledge and critical thinking about questions: It’s about knowing the content so thoroughly that you can adapt explanations, make connections between topics, and help students think critically. Listen below.

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The team at Evidence Based Education works with teachers and school leaders, policy-makers and researchers alike, to bring high-quality, flexible and affordable CPD to schools in the UK and worldwide. This podcast discusses some key issues in the field of evidence-based education, particularly focusing on how the gaps between policy, research and practice can be bridged, and how good practice in all three areas can ultimately have a positive impact on pupil outcomes. Find out more at evidencebased.education