In order to support embedding oracy in the classroom, insert these icons into your lesson slides, not only will it reduce cognitive load, but it will also make you think about the different strategies you may be using to improve pupils’ oracy. Oracy_icons
Working memory capacity increases with age and in general, a person can hold 5-9 items in their working memory at one time. Working memory is limited by content and time. Only a set number of items can be considered in the working memory at one time, therefore chunking material is essential. When items are chunked …