# Question 7: How Can the Teaching of Your Subject Be Improved?

Nearly all the Key Resources can be drawn on in examining this question.

## Commentary

The last question focused on your subject knowledge. We looked at the importance of structuring or scaffolding knowledge around “Big Ideas” or core concepts. This question looks at the pedagogic means by which you teach these central ideas.

A good teacher builds up a collection or repertoire of strategies and techniques through which different aspects of their subject are learned most effectively. The activity below asks you to work with a colleague or colleagues to brainstorm possible strategies you could use.

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