Roots, wings and scaffolding | Teaching Today

The educational terms of "roots", "wings" and "scaffolding" are introduced which encourage children to expand on their learning.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 3'37''
  • Broadcast year: 1996
Curriculum Connection
  • Education & Childcare | Development of Children's Communication, Literacy and Numeracy Skills
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Licence: ERA Licence required

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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

Content
  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Programme: Teaching Today
  • Episode: Child Development: Thinking Aloud
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