Quality First Teaching – Adaptive Teaching (QFT Series Book 0)

Unlock the power of effective communication in the classroom with “Quality First Teaching: Adaptive Teaching.” This essential guide introduces the principles of adaptive teaching, equipping educators with practical strategies to foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students, particularly those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Quality First Teaching: Adaptive Teaching is the essential introductory guide to the Quality First Teaching (QFT) series, designed to support educators in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments. This booklet focuses on adaptive teaching—a critical approach to ensuring that all students, especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners, can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

Inside, you'll discover:

• Defining Adaptive Teaching: Gain a comprehensive understanding of adaptive teaching, including its importance in promoting student engagement, understanding, and success. Learn how flexibility, responsiveness, and inclusivity can transform your teaching practice.
• Effective Strategies for SEN Students: Explore a wealth of practical techniques tailored to meet the diverse needs of SEN and EAL students. This guide offers actionable steps to adjust instructional methods and materials, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive.

Whether you're an experienced educator or new to the profession, this guide will empower you to enhance your teaching practice and improve learning outcomes for all students. As the first book in the QFT series, "Adaptive Teaching" sets the foundation for exploring other crucial aspects of Quality First Teaching, such as scaffolding, assessment, and metacognition.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Introduction to Adaptive Teaching: Understand the key aspects and impact of adaptive teaching on student learning outcomes.
• Focused on SEN and EAL Students: Learn how to tailor your instructional methods to support diverse learner needs.
• Practical Techniques and Real-World Examples: Gain actionable strategies to apply in your classroom right away.
• Part of the QFT Series: Begin your journey with this first booklet in the Quality First Teaching series, and explore more titles that cover other vital teaching strategies.

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Publication Dates:

• QFT 0 - Adaptive Teaching (August 2024)
• QFT 1 - Scaffolding (August 2024)
• QFT 2 - Teacher Talk and Questions (August 2024)
• QFT 3 - Inclusive Classrooms (September 2024)
• QFT 4 - Resources (October 2024)
• QFT 5 - Reasonable Adjustments (November 2024)
• QFT 6 - Technology (December 2024)
• QFT 7 - Assessment (January 2025)
• QFT 8 - Metacognition (February 2025)
• QFT 9 - TA Support (March 2025)
• QFT 10 - Instant Intervention (April 2025)
• QFT 11 - Behaviour Expectations and Engagement (May 2025)