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    To reason…   The Oxford dictionary defines reasoning as ‘The action of thinking about something in a logical, sensible way’. I don’t like it. Something bugs me about this definition. It seems narrow and parochial- indicative in the words ‘logical’ and ‘sensible’ which connote a certain concreteness about thinking. Can reasoning not be…

Quantum particles and teachers share something in common- they both act rather strangely and become unpredictable when observed. One of the laws governing the quantum world says that particles change their nature according to where, when and by whom they are observed-spooky stuff. When considering the practice of observations I am sure teachers  can relate…

half term poetry fun At KEYS we value creativity and seek to develop this trait in all the young people we work with. Creative thinking is essential to our world. It is the artist Matisse who said “Creativity takes courage.” What does this mean? Well, when you create there are a number of potential fears…

‘Oi, sir!’  was the bellow from a London street.   When I hear this call I usually prepare for one of two things: some sarky pupil comment about the colour composition of my outfit or a parent wishing to have a lengthy chat about their child. So, I was not expecting to turn around and…

Do you sometimes feel like teaching is a thankless task? Ever get the sense that nobody cares  a hoot about the countless hours you put in?  I am sure most teachers have felt this way before at some point-I know I have and not just on one occasion!   Recently I received an email from…