Welcome to a space where I share my continuous ramblings about all things educational. This can be the latest thing I have tried, or it can also be my latest thinking on pedagogy or task design. Whatever the reason was that brought you here, enjoy. As always, all feedback is welcome. Happy reading. MRMICT.
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What is Computing 2.0?
Rethinking Digital Thinking in an AI Age A few years ago, I saw a familiar post resurface online: an exhausted teacher despairing at the thought of teaching computing. It struck a chord then, and I wrote a detailed blog. You can find the original, henceforth monikered 1.0, HERE. I like to consider myself a reflective…
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Rethink Retrieval: Beyond the Quiz
I get asked about retrieval a lot and it is an aspect of teaching and learning I will champion time and time again. There is power in revisiting prior knowledge, strengthening memory, and embedding understanding all of which are fundamental to how children learn. However, for me, retrieval is far more than a quick whiteboard…
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Learning to Lead Computing – Why This Book, Why Now?
After months of thinking, writing, revisiting, and refining, Learning to Lead Computing is officially published. This isn’t just a book launch. For us it’s a conversation starter. A provocation. A companion for those navigating the complexities of leading computing in school. Whether you’re a new subject lead trying to make sense of the curriculum, or…
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Reflections: The Schools North East Curriculum Conference 2025
Adaptation, Disadvantage, and the Power of Precision It was an honour to not only be able to attend this year’s Schools North East Curriculum Conference but presenting again alongside Dominic Martin my headteacher, was also fantastic. The speakers today reinforced, firmly, a key idea for me: adaptation isn’t about lowering expectations—it’s about making learning clearer…
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Respecting the Discipline: The Danger of Over-Academising Practical Subjects
Occasionally, people ask me questions like, “Do you do task design in every lesson?” or “How does this work in other subjects like art or computing?” It’s easy to fall into the trap of assuming that a new or different approach can be universally applied across all subjects. However, this often misidentifies what actually led…
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Bringing Processes to Life: The Power of Animated GIFs in Task Design
In the ever-evolving world of education, the tools we use to communicate complex ideas matter more than ever. One such tool, often overlooked, is the animated GIF. Far from being just a novelty in memes or social media, animated GIFs can be a powerful medium for learning when used thoughtfully. This post explores why animated…
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