Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 17/08/2025Missing the banter of EduTwitter? I am but don’t miss the craziness and pile ons. Enjoyed this discussion about the changing use of social media by educators. Thanks Tom and Adam. 032
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Back to School Tortoise is a favourite and ideal for that first day when we’re all feeling a bit awkward and stiff. We’ll hopefully have a giggle together. 110
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 14/08/2025Not surprised but still sad to see the figure about head teachers. 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 26/05/2025I hadn’t realised how far my teaching has gone towards tech first, teacher second. Why? I don’t know. Time poor? Juggling too many subjects? Stress? Lack of physical resources for 33 pupils e.g clocks? Thanks for this reminder. Follow up discussion here open.spotify.com/episode/0SUF...open.spotify.comHave we forgotten the power of analogue teaching?: The Sunday Late Show with Christopher VowlesTeachers Talk Radio · Episode 021
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 04/04/2025Do we have the stats for Scotland? V few male teachers in my experience (primary). 200
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 28/03/2025Oh yes. Very much required. I also have antibacterial spray as the desks are cleaned but not the rest of the furniture. 110
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 28/02/2025I am so appalled. Zelensky was very strong but there is no reasoning with those 2. I hope Europe stands behind him. 030
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 17/02/2025Only things they should be cutting are class sizes and CAMHS waiting lists. 020
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 24/01/2025Be interested to hear about what is coming. Hoping the primary curriculum is significantly narrowed. #scotedusky 110
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 24/01/2025Brilliant. I remember Gavin coming to do training with us and we had photos in the staffroom of us in various states of sausage rollness up for months. 😎 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 31/12/2024Happy new year to you too. Thanks for speaking up and supporting educators. 110
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 16/12/2024@nuthmani.bsky.social you may wish to check this out too. #scotedusky open.spotify.com/episode/36v2...open.spotify.comHow Smartphones Are Rewiring Our Brains, Why Social Media is Eradicating Childhood & The Truth About The Mental Health Epidemic with Jonathan Haidt #456Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee · Episode 111
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 16/12/2024open.spotify.com/episode/36v2... Super episode linked to the use of smartphones on children. Interview with Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation. #ScotEduSkyopen.spotify.comHow Smartphones Are Rewiring Our Brains, Why Social Media is Eradicating Childhood & The Truth About The Mental Health Epidemic with Jonathan Haidt #456Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee · Episode 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 13/12/2024#ScotEduSky incredible post here on ASN in Scotland. Almost half my pupils have ASN. Seems like this is becoming the new normal. Class size reduction and proper support essential. ASN teachers have been put back in class where I am. Make it make sense. 021
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 13/12/2024Wow. That really makes it clear. We never stood a chance at inclusion. 100
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 12/12/2024They better not lay blame at the school. Seems like they tried to raise red flags. 110
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 11/12/2024Oh yes. Can remember having a tea towel draped over our hands whilst we typed so we couldn’t see our fingers. 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 10/12/2024As an upper primary teacher of over 20 years, I have seen the change in children. I will be interested to see tonight’s programme. 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 10/12/2024Sounds great. I recently read a super book called The Anxious Generation which was all about the smart phones and children. 110
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 09/12/2024Is there a hashtag for Scottish education posts? Just finding my feet here. 🔎 100
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 05/12/2024I spent 152 minutes with my top artist in 2024. Check them out. #SpotifyWrapped Can’t beat a bit of Kylie Minogue. ☺️ 🪩 000
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 03/12/2024They look interesting. I am moving away from live radio and into podcasts. Currently loving They Behave For Me. Hope your drives are roadworks free!interesting.am 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Made delightful penguin tree decorations with my class. So easy and a nice keepsake. Looking for resource light festive craft ideas, if you have any suggestions. 👀 Picture not my own, found online. 010
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 30/11/2024My X account is now deactivated. So long little bird 👋 Tried to continue following as many of the education folk as I could. 020
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 30/11/2024I plan to do so too. Trying to find those I was following first. 000
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 21/11/2024It works so well for most learners. I am spending more time on the “I do” part than I used to as my pupils need to see several worked examples. Not rushing it any more. 000
Jen @j-scot.bsky.social · 20/11/2024Sharing a screenshot I took recently about direct instruction. Would love to know your thoughts. The statement calling to me at the moment is Feedback Feeds Forward. 050