Not all practice makes perfect. Why not?

Not all practice makes perfect. You need a particular kind of practice – deliberate practice – to develop expertise. When most people practice, they focus on the things they already know how to do. DELIBERATE PRACTICE  is different. It entails considerable, specific, and sustained efforts to do something you can’t do well – or even at all. Research across domains shows that it is only by working at what you can’t do that you turn into the expert you want to become.

How you practice matters far more than how much you practice. Not all forms of practice are equal. Deliberate, purposeful practice. This involves attention, rehearsal, repetition over time, precise feedback and moving out of your comfort zone. 

 

This BLOG  brings together some research summaries, articles and resources that have helped shape my thinking and teaching of what DELIBERATE PRACTICE might SOUND LIKE, LOOK LIKE and how it make children FEEL

Each image should take you to a different RESEARCH informed article. I hope you find this collection as useful as I have. 

  

 

I’d love to hear your thoughts on DELIBERATE PRACTICE. Which ideas resonate with you? What do you disagree with?  All views are welcome - post in the comments.  

Thank you for all you do to support your children's number journey. Thank you for watching and listening.

Love, Janey x

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