ECTP Essentials: quick win videos for ECTs
"ECF Essentials: quick videos for ECTs" is a series of short, practical videos designed to support Early Career Teachers (ECTs) with day-to-day scenarios they encounter in the classroom. While the official ECTE induction programme provides high-quality training approved by the DfE, these quick videos offer complementary, on-demand guidance from experienced educators. Each video delivers bite-sized, actionable advice to address immediate needs, helping ECTs navigate common challenges and enhance their teaching practice efficiently.
ECF Essentials - Preparing for parent's evenings
ECF Essentials - Managing difficult conversations
ECF Essentials - Instructional coaching
ECF Essentials - Running an effective mentor meeting
We find the following short videos from Dr Bill Rogers offer practical and manageable strategies to try in class to build relationships with pupils and manage behaviour.
Despite their age, Dr Bill Rogers in a genuine expert in this field and these remain very relevant to this day.
Ensuring a settled and focused class.
Dealing with distractions confidently.
Students who just say 'NO'.
Establishing classroom co-operation.
Tactical ignoring: Addressing the issue.