All Impact Stories Technology-Enhanced Learning

Every Voice Heard with Padlet

Around 20 of 23 pupils contributed to the discussion, with quieter pupils gaining an accessible way in.

  • Year 1 English
  • Ongoing
  • Class of 23
20 of 23 pupils contributing to the discussion

Approach

To draw in every learner, especially quieter pupils, I use Padlet as a shared space where each child can post ideas and responses without having to speak up first.

Impact

Participation broadened and around 20 of 23 pupils contributed to the discussion, which in turn made whole-class talk richer. Quieter pupils gained a way in that did not depend on speaking up first, and their confidence grew with it.

Reflection

Giving pupils a low-stakes way in changed who contributed. I now pair Padlet posts with a quick verbal share, so the tool builds confidence towards speaking rather than replacing it.

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