Plenary
The part of a lesson, usually at the end, where learning is reviewed and consolidated.
- Used in
- All four UK nations (details may differ)
- Topic
- Teaching and learning
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Related terms
- Exit ticket All four UK nations (details may differ) United States
- A quick task, often a question or two, that pupils complete at the end of a lesson so the teacher can check understanding.
- Starter All four UK nations (details may differ)
- A short activity at the start of a lesson to engage pupils or review earlier learning. Also called a do now or bell work.
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