Maximising Cognitive Engagement reviews

4.8 (185 reviews)
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Evidence-informed teaching strategies are made practical through interactive experiments, pair and breakout activities, and classroom examples. Attendees describe the trainer as knowledgeable, clear, personable and enthusiastic, with research used to justify techniques and encourage thought. They value the well-paced, well-structured delivery, digestible visuals, opportunities to discuss ideas with colleagues, and the balance of guidance, challenge and participation. The strategies, particularly questioning, retrieval and checking for understanding, give them useful approaches to apply in lessons.

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Interesting and relevant to classroom practice. Good to meet with and reflect with colleagues from departments in other schools

Simon I · 16 Feb 2026
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Very useful and informative

Peter R · 16 Feb 2026
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Learned a lot!

Tim T · 16 Feb 2026
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Thought provoking and informative.

Julie M · 16 Feb 2026
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Very great pace and thought provoking content…

Gregg Y · 16 Feb 2026
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Brilliant- really enjoyed the whole day!

Amanda M · 16 Feb 2026
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A lovely presenter. Very clear and engaging ! Thank you .

Elise T · 16 Feb 2026
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Excellent course. Well organised and clearly presented with plenty of takeaways to use in the classroom.

Rachael N · 16 Feb 2026
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Excellent presentation with a lot of opportunities for active participation.

Aoife M · 11 Feb 2026
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Interactive aspects very good rather than a lecture. Moved through content at a decent speed. Engaging

Cathal C · 11 Feb 2026
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