TEACHERs' STANDARDS

Clear, Calm, Consistent: The Power of Instructions

Giving clear instructions is a foundational element of effective teaching, yet it is often underestimated in its impact on pupil outcomes. This course explores instructional clarity in UK primary classrooms. Grounded in research, it demonstrates how precise communication improves pupil understanding, engagement and behaviour, providing educators with practical strategies to refine their delivery. 
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Yiotina
Achilleos-Dania,
Carly Watkins &
Fiona Roberts

2 hours

Online Course

By completing this course, you will:

develop the ability to provide clear, concise and structured instructions to improve learner understanding and engagement;
explore and apply evidence-based strategies to enhance learner comprehension during instruction delivery;
learn techniques to promote learner independence and self-regulation through clear and effective instructions;
explore ways to make instructions inclusive and accessible to all learners, including those with English as an Additional Language (EAL) and special educational needs and disabilities (SEND);
reflect on and evaluate instructional practices to identify areas for further development.

Course Lessons

Written by: Yiotina Achilleos-Dania

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Yiotina has spent over a decade immersed in the world of primary education. Most of her teaching career, she juggled the roles of science and maths subject leader—because why settle for just one challenge? Armed with degrees in Marketing Communications, Business Analysis and Education (plus a National Qualification of Middle Leadership for good measure), she’s been at the forefront of introducing new initiatives, reshaping curricula and championing practical, hands-on learning to ensure every pupil thrives. 
From training staff to supporting long-term skill progression, Yiotina has always been passionate about helping both pupils and teachers grow. Now, as a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) content writer and editor, she’s swapped the classroom for the creative space of professional development, using her expertise to craft engaging, impactful resources that continue to support educators and learners—just this time, it’s done from behind the scenes!

Presented by: Fiona Roberts

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Fiona Roberts is a video content creator (VCC) for the Twinkl PD team. She has over ten years' experience as a primary school teacher and private tutor. Before completing her Professional Graduate Diploma in Education (PGDE), Fiona also achieved an MA (Hons) in Film and Television Studies. She has previously supported the development of her school’s English curriculum and is particularly passionate about this subject. Fiona has also thoroughly enjoyed acting as a mentor to trainee teachers and early career teachers during her time in the classroom.

In Collaboration with: Carly Watkins

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Carly Watkins has over 20 years' experience as a primary school teacher, including several years as an assistant headteacher, with responsibility for whole school curriculum development and overseeing pupil progress and attainment. She also holds a master's degree in Education Practice and an NPQ in Leading Teacher Development.

Carly has been a mentor for both student and Early Career Teachers (ECTs) and currently facilitates the Early Career Framework for ECTs and their mentors, delivering training at conferences and via online seminars. At Twinkl CPD, Carly heads up pedagogical professional development, a role which means she can support educators to develop their personal practice and pedagogy, something she is passionate about, on a national scale.