LEAH CRAWFORD & MICHAEL WALSH
An Introduction to Let’s Think in English: A cognitive acceleration programme
Let’s Think in English (LTE) is a teaching programme for ages 5-16 which helps young people develop the reasoning skills needed for success in English and more widely in education and life. LTE is based on 30 years’ research at King’s College London which shows that structured development of pupils’ cognitive skills raises their attainment, agency and self efficacy. Leah Crawford and Michael Walsh will introduce the theory behind LTE and will share the impact of the programme on teachers’ and students’ enjoyment, confidence and skills.
Bio
Michael is the lead tutor for Let’s Think in English and a Trustee of the Let’s Think Forum. Michael created and co-developed the Let’s Think in English programme with Laurie Smith. Leah has worked with the Let’s Think in English team since 2013. As an LA Inspector/adviser, she worked on Secondary and Primary pilot courses in Hampshire and has since built a thriving LTE network across the county.