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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Most geography Do Nows test isolated facts. 5 questions. 5 ticks. Sometimes no geographical understanding diagnosed. Geography knowledge comes in three flavours — substantive conceptual, procedural. Most retrieval only hits the first. New post on how to fix that 👇 open.substack.com/pub/fractall...

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Retrieval Practice Isn’t a Quiz

Why many geography Do Nows test memory without building understanding

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

Curriculum isn't just content. It's a statement of values — what we believe matters enough to teach, and how we believe young people learn best

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

The best CPD doesn't add to teachers' plates — it sharpens what's already there. Small, repeating patterns of deliberate practice. That's where the real change happens.

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

@fplgeneral.bsky.social thanks for everything! Do you think it’s worth a -4 to get Raya in for bench boost? I have Sels and Fabianski

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 18/04/2025

@rethinkingjames.bsky.social a definition of learning that might keep everyone happy? Stanislas Dehaene: “the process of forming an internal model of the external world”. From there we can expand to Know, Do, Be

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Dr James Mannion @rethinkingjames.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

*** NEW POST *** Learning to *be* How (many) schools overlook the most important kind of learning drjamesmannion.substack.com/p/learning-t...

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

@rethinkingjames.bsky.social I’m trying to read more on Guskey’s assessment 3Ps (Jay McTighe episode) - could you direct me to the right place please??

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Rob Chambers @rob-geog.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

A brilliant opportunity to join St Ivo Academy to lead a large Geog team as HoD. I work closely with the team here in my National Geog Lead Role :) Happy to answer any questions (I had 24 very happy years here!) Please do RT! #geography #geographyteacher mynewterm.com/jobs/137305/...

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Head of Geography - St Ivo Academy, St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Closing date: Midnight, Thu 27th Mar, 2025. View full details and apply online at MyNewTerm.

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

@fplgeneral.bsky.social love the pod! Who is the best Hall replacement, it’s a minefield. I’m not free-hitting 29: don’t think this was discussed on the pod?

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Tim Marston @tmarstonht.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

12 staff from right across our spectrum today - a vertically sliced group of staff, worked with @paulsturtivant.bsky.social to shape our medium and long term future. @willenhalle-act.bsky.social

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Tonights #geogchat - How do you engage students in place knowledge when there is so much content to cover?

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Ashanti Beveridge @ashanti-geog.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

We also verbalise each lesson how this links to past learning and future learning, and within each SOW we link the knowledge and skills to different careers so they see its value.

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Ashanti Beveridge @ashanti-geog.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

I have planned our KS3 Geography curriculum to take students on a "journey around the world" and students have really grasped onto this thread that links all of our topics together. We also revisit some more difficult concepts through studying different places in KS3, so they can link their learning

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Ultimately, curriculum coherence is about making geography meaningful. Pupils should sense the “why” behind each topic. When they can connect Year 7 map skills to Year 13 global challenges, that’s when real understanding lights up. #geogchat

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

At KS4, I emphasise making links back to KS3 case studies, encouraging pupils to compare and critique earlier work. Revisiting prior knowledge gives them a sense of progression and affirms that geography is cumulative, not compartmentalised. #geogchat

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Kicking off #geogchat on Curriculum Coherence! How do we ensure smooth progression from KS3 to KS5 without gaps or mind-numbing repetition? Share your best strategies—let’s spark some fresh thinking together.

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Behaviour management doesn’t have to be stressful. Join this explore geography-specific strategies that engage students, celebrate diversity, and create a calm, productive classroom. Perfect for early career teachers—see you there! @rgsibg.bsky.social #geographyteacher www.rgs.org/events/upcom...

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Behaviour management in the geography classroom - RGS

Discover strategies that give students a voice and celebrate classroom diversity, specifically tailored to the geography context. Learn unique methods to manage behaviour and create a positive learnin...

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Let’s start a #geogchat Don’t think it exists yet? Once a week, chat about about geography teaching. Press ❤️and repost to spread the word! #geographyteacher

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

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Behaviour management in the geography classroom - RGS

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

A mild example of how we create systems in schools that serve a malign control over teaching and learning: Hyper control of curriculum delivery in a classroom with a poster on the wall expressing a organisation value of creative lesson planning

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Doing regular retrieval homeworks is fundamental to closing the attainment gap. We have to show huge professional will to ensure student can and will do homework at ks4

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

I’ve found this from a few years ago, I wonder if this is something worth refining? #geogchat #geographyteacher

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Zoe Enser @greeborunner.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Modelling is a powerful tool

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

If exams are a zero-sum game, and students with privilege or other advantages are (generally) supported to work hard at home, then schools in disadvantaged contexts must ensure their students can and do complete homework. it’s essential for levelling the playing field

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

Innovation in 2024 In a world of broad curricula and high exam pressures, can we still innovate? Or has it become impossible to do both? 🧵 #edusky #geogchat #geographyteacher

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Catherine Owen @geogmum.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

Great to see my new book out - Thinking critically in geography: teaching climate change. Loved co-writing this with Andy & there is a bit in it by @ahamill.bsky.social If you are interested you can learn more & get your own copy here: the-ga.org/Thinkingcrit... #GeogChat #ClimateChange

Cover of book shows ice melting and a wildfire.

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Steve Brace @stevebracegeog.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

#geographyteachers hope you find this GA & IOE curriculum seminar an interesting watch. Contributors: Helen Martin (Primary Head) Hina Robinson (HOD & GA President) Steve Brace (GA) Dr Catherine Souch (RGS) & Eleanor Rawling (Geog consultant) Watch on link below geography.org.uk/geography-cu...

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Geography curriculum seminar - Geographical Association

On 4.12.24 the Geographical Association and Institute of Education held a joint geography curriculum seminar. Watch here...

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RandomGeography @randomgeography.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

🌍 Did you know that... Zambia is home to Victoria Falls, the largest waterfall in the world. The falls are known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, which means 'The Smoke That Thunders,' reflecting the mist and noise created by the falling water. #Geography #Zambia #Africa #Victoria

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

KS4: if we don't build systems to ensure students are able to work independently, we will widen the attainment gap. The best way to ensure this is to help them become intrinsically motivated. The best way to do this is to guide them towards enjoy learning.

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

Star student gets to fly business class as a reward, students love it! #edusky #geographyteacher

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

I always draw the sun with glasses and the waves with sharks so it’s good to see this coming out in mocks! #geographyteacher

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Tim Marston @tmarstonht.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

@paulsturtivant.bsky.social has been a big part of giving our staff and students more of a voice at the school. This feedback on wellbeing is encouraging. @willenhalle-act.bsky.social @teachertapp.bsky.social

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

I'm working with a trust that still uses pupil progress data for performance management - How typical is this? #edusky

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Ben Bishop @mrbishopgeog.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

I know other #geographyteachers have read this but there is so much great geography in here, only a few chapters in but feels like it's on a par with #prisonersofgeography and #factfulness @hannahritchie.bsky.social

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

25 minute retrieval practice that just reteaches things not previously learned is the new brain gym

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clemaitre.bsky.social @clemaitre.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

The Global Issues Network student group were demonstrating this weekend why connecting with the community matters. Read my article on the Power of Reaching Out to find out more about their work www.britishschool.be/reaching-out... #Geogchat #IBGeog

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Adam Corbridge 🌎 @corbridgegeog.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

Has anyone gone down a route of teaching using curriculum booklets even when it’s not a whole-school requirement? Seriously thinking about investing the time into creating them for GCSE but not 100% convinced yet. #GeographyTeacher #EduSky

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cmogeography.bsky.social @cmogeography.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

#Sustainability #GreenCareers #GeographyTeacher we are looking to host our next green careers live online event across our schools in early March and another in July. If you know anyone working in sustainable/green careers who might be interested please get in touch/share.

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Josh @geteach.com · 03/12/2024

Explore youth and elderly population dependency ratios on geteach.com - core concept in our human geography course. #geography #geogchat #geosky #geographyteacher #edusky

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Lara Buchanan @mrsbuchanangeog.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Excitingly, my first blog post for the GA was published today! All about the practical use of AI in the secondary geography classroom! Let me know what you think! #geographyteacher ga-blog.org/2024/12/03/f...

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Four ways to use Artificial Intelligence in the geography classroom - The GA Blog

Lara Buchanan provides four ways that artificial intelligence can be used to enhance your geography lessons...

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discovereducation.bsky.social @discovereducation.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

FREE QUIZ + a prize for your classroom👀 Test your students’ knowledge with the BIG Christmas Geography Quiz created by our team of former geography teachers plus guest rounds. Enjoy 8 rounds inspired by the curriculum including topics 🔗 www.discover-the-world.com/study-trips/... Good luck!

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The Big Christmas Geography Quiz 2024 | Discover the World Education

A quiz perfect for the end of term, Discover Education's popular Big Christmas Geography 2024 Quiz is now here!

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Paul Sturtivant @paulsturtivant.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Seems like many trusts are now asking teachers to mark 2 full papers as part of mocks. Could be 60 or maybe 120 papers, each taking around 10 minutes a paper to mark. Often with a 2 week or less deadline. Is your trust asking you to do this? What adjustments are being made to workload? #edusky

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RandomGeography @randomgeography.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

🌍 Did you know that... Mauna Loa, located on the Big Island of Hawaii, is considered the widest mountain in the world? While many people might think of mountains like Everest or K2 when considering size, Mauna Loa's vast dimensions make it truly unique. #Geography #Hawaii

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