{"product_id":"a-quiet-education-challenging-the-extrovert-ideal-in-our-schools-9781912906758","title":"A Quiet Education: Challenging the Extrovert Ideal in Our Schools","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Quiet Education: Challenging the Extrovert Ideal in Our Schools\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Quiet Education serves as an unashamed cheerleader for all that is quiet, challenging the myth that collaboration and noise should be at the heart of what happens in schools. This practical teaching guide examines how we can ensure more introverted students and teachers can thrive and achieve their potential in educational environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSupporting Introverted Students and Teachers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book explores why it is essential that all teachers begin to embrace quieter values in their classrooms and management of behavior. The approach focuses on sustaining teacher wellbeing while encouraging meaningful reflection and professional improvement. Written by Jamie Thom, who started his teaching career in central London and served as an assistant Head teacher, this resource draws from extensive classroom experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical Classroom Strategies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final section explores quieter skills that benefit all learners. The book addresses how to strengthen students' metacognitive ability, their capacity to listen, pay attention, and maintain focus. It provides guidance on improving the quality of independent work in the classroom and techniques for motivating all students, regardless of their personality type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChallenging Educational Assumptions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resource questions the prevailing extrovert ideal in modern education, offering alternative approaches to classroom dynamics. It provides teachers with evidence-based strategies for creating learning environments where quieter students can excel without compromising collaborative learning opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Development Resource\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for educators seeking to deepen their knowledge of pedagogy and leadership while addressing teacher stress. The author's background includes founding www.slowteaching.co.uk, a platform dedicated to exploring effective teaching methods and reducing educator burnout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJamie Thom started his teaching career in central London and was an assistant Head teacher at a very successful school for two years. Since relocating to the North East, he started www.slowteaching.co.uk, where he has been exploring how to deepen knowledge of pedagogy and leadership, and how to alleviate teacher stress.","brand":"John Catt Educational","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493602627858,"sku":"9781912906758","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_cacc0baf-316a-4f2a-9fe6-85543459a708.jpg?v=1730654074","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-quiet-education-challenging-the-extrovert-ideal-in-our-schools-9781912906758","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}