Producing Worksheets

 
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Worksheets should be clear and uncluttered.
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Aim to build the tasks up progressively, beginning with easier, closed activities and moving to more demanding, more open-ended activities.
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Number each section and each question clearly. This makes it easier for pupils to navigate their way through and ir also makes it easier to focus the pupils on a particular question when you are explaining or going through the sheet.
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Try to produce an all-purpose worksheet which contains something for everyone - perhaps a range of core activities with some extension tasks for the more able or faster workers. The multi-functional worksheet is also successful as it can be used in a variety of ways e.g. for initial oral work, with perhaps some scope for reading aloud and finally for writing. It can provide material for a number of lessons.
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Match the material with the age-group. Make sure visuals are not too childish. Avoid material which is dated or patronising.

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If it works, use it again.Share it with the rest of the department.