Empowering Managers to Drive Improvements in Teaching and Learning with HOW2

One of the biggest challenges in education is ensuring that professional development leads to real, tangible improvements in teaching, learning, and assessment (TLA). Managers — whether heads of department, curriculum leads, or quality improvement teams — play a crucial role in this process. But too often, they are expected to drive improvements without the right tools to provide their teams with the how.

That’s where the HOW2 Platform comes in. By equipping managers with clear, evidence-informed teaching strategies, HOW2 enables them to move beyond simply identifying areas for improvement and instead provide practical, actionable support to their teams.

Traditional approaches to improving TLA often focus on spotting gaps. Observations, learning walks, and student feedback all highlight areas where teaching could be enhanced. But identifying a gap is only the first step. The real challenge is closing it.

This is where managers can get stuck. They know what needs to improve, but they don’t always have the time or expertise to guide every teacher through the process. They might offer CPD sessions, provide resources, or share best practices — but these approaches don’t always translate into changed classroom practice. Without clear, structured support, teachers are often left to figure things out for themselves.

HOW2 changes that. Instead of leaving teachers to bridge the gap on their own, managers can provide them with step-by-step visual guides to proven teaching techniques. Whether it’s scaffolding learning, improving questioning strategies, or developing independent learning skills, HOW2 gives managers a way to turn feedback into action — quickly and effectively.

With HOW2, managers can:

• Give precise, targeted support. Rather than generic CPD, managers can use HOW2 to provide specific techniques that match an individual teacher’s development needs.

• Encourage self-directed improvement. Teachers can independently explore techniques, reducing the need for repeated one-to-one coaching.

• Build a shared language of teaching. HOW2 ensures that managers and teachers have a common reference point, making professional discussions about pedagogy clearer and more focused.

• Embed continuous improvement. With HOW2, support isn’t limited to one-off training sessions — it’s available whenever teachers need it, making professional development an ongoing process.

• Use the Nudge feature to prompt action. Managers can use the Nudge function to share specific techniques with teachers, encouraging them to explore strategies that align with their individual development needs.

• Create personalised sets of techniques. Managers can curate collections of techniques based on themes within their teams, making it easier to address common development areas and ensure consistent improvement across departments.

When managers have the right tools, they can make a real impact on the quality of TLA in their organisations. HOW2 not only gives them the means to support teachers more effectively, but it also helps create a culture where improvement is practical, achievable, and sustained.

By using HOW2, managers are no longer just identifying areas for development — they are actively driving positive change. They are empowering teachers to improve their practice, leading to better learning experiences and outcomes for students.

Because ultimately, great teaching doesn’t just happen — it’s supported, developed, and refined. And when managers have the right tools, everyone benefits.