P37: Learning with the NUT

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The NUT CPD programme and ICT courses are open to all teachers, including non-members. Most courses are free to members. There’s a small fee for non-members.

Preparing for change in the area of SEN and disabilities in mainstream schools

An opportunity for those with responsibility for SEN provision to consider the proposed changes in the SEN Green Paper, audit their current practice in areas such as identification, assessment and tracking of pupil progress, and share best practice with colleagues.

The NUT has a range of courses designed to support and equip new and early career teachers with the skills to promote positive behaviour in your classroom. They are suitable for teachers in primary and secondary phases.

A day led by Sue Cowley

 For NQTs, with their induction mentors/tutors

“I really enjoyed the day and thought Sue Cowley and the material delivered by her was brilliant.”

Teach’n’chat

 Improving behaviour for learning for early career teachers

“It has been brilliant to share challenges/ concerns in a supportive/positive environment.”

“This course needs to be included in initial training of teachers.”

Using transactional analysis to promote emotional development and improve communication

These courses provide a comprehensive look at behaviour management strategies for teachers of all phases.

“Really refreshed my thinking around transactional analysis and firmed up practical concepts to feed back and use with my team.”

Using restorative approaches to conflict and ‘bad’ behaviour

“I have explained what I’ve learned, and clarified how it has helped me and my pupils, to colleagues so that they can use the parts they feel are relevant in their own classes.”

“I now have an approach to dealing with pupils who conflict with other pupils/teachers.”

You can apply for these courses and learn about other CPD opportunities and resources at www.teachers.org.uk/cpd or phone 020 7380 4719/4807.