Less about following directions, more about finding one’s way
“She is so excited - can’t stop talking about how interesting that was - which is NOT the reaction I expected :)”
Who?
I sometimes find myself a little like an explorer in the fields of knowledge, with places to go, stories to tell, tips and tricks to share, and the occasional sense of something that lies beyond. Then again, sometimes, I wonder if I’m more like a leaf trying to grow the tree, or the moon trying to shine more brightly. And sometimes, I remember these words and analogies will never quite cut it. Or, perhaps, are cutting It.
This is an invitation to those interested in going on a little journey together, through classes, mobile workshops, events and dialogues.
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What?
The areas covers a range of disciplines including Maths, English, Reasoning and Linguistic Processing, as well as off-curriculum and professional activities. I often work with people encountering significant learning barriers, where a fresh approach that looks to build on a deeper understanding of the subjects in hand can be fruitful. These barriers can be for anyone of any age.
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How?
Developing strong learning foundations includes getting familiar with the tools and materials to hand - including the nature of words, numbers and the frameworks they operate in. To do this involves facilitating the interests of the student, and providing opportunities for them to ‘see’ and explore for themselves. I have wide-ranging interests and experience to draw on to try and bring teaching to life, and consider learning to be a communal process.
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Why?
No easy answer here, but a big part of it is the enjoyment of exploring the subjects together, in particular that moment when a penny drops. For that to take place, there’s clearly much to teaching beyond passing on knowledge, while it’s also an environment where golden insights into what’s going on under the hood can show up at any moment.
For stories around moments that have shaped my perspective, click here
Classes
To make classes as accessible as possible, and to explore in different dynamics, a variety of formats are possible. These can be solo, with friends and family, or in a wider group, both in-person and online, with pricing to make something for everyone.
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