Progression pedagogy - Blackpool - Year 5

The educational progression pedagogy for Year 5 students studying the growth of Blackpool as a popular UK seaside resort is structured to optimise learning and retention. This unit employs a systematic approach known as 'link it, learn it, check it, show it, and know it', which is designed to help pupils not only acquire knowledge but also to ensure it is deeply embedded. The method is detailed in the 'Five stages of learning and remembering' resource available from the Focus Learning Challenge curriculum.

At the initial stage, 'before the learning', students are encouraged to make connections with any prior knowledge or experiences related to seaside resorts or historical growth of towns. 'During the learning', the focus shifts to engaging with new information about Blackpool's development, including historical context and factors that contributed to its rise in popularity. 'At the end of the learning', students check their understanding through various assessment methods. The 'after the learning' phase is where students demonstrate their knowledge, perhaps through presentations or creative projects, ensuring that what they have learnt about Blackpool's transformation into a beloved seaside destination truly sticks.