Preparing High Quality Lesson Resources

This module explores the key reasons why high-quality resources make a real difference in the classroom. You will consider their impact on pupils’ learning, how they help pitch challenge at the right level, and the role they play in inspiring pride in presentation and standards. The module also highlights how effective teacher or tutor modelling, along with well-designed resources, can support organisation and improve time efficiency.

This module focuses on the features that define an effective teaching resource, drawing on Stephen Hessey’s framework. You will explore how accuracy, usefulness, clarity, efficiency and relevancy each contribute to the quality of a resource, and consider how these features can be applied in your own practice to support successful teaching and learning.

This module shares practical advice to help you ensure the resources you create meet a high standard. You will explore a range of tips designed to make your materials more effective, engaging and purposeful, giving you confidence in producing resources that support both teaching and learning.

Preparing High Quality Lesson Resources

What you'll learn

Course content

Module One: Why does the quality of learning resources matter?

Module Two: What makes a high quality learning resource

Module Three: Top tips for creating high quality resources