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ChatGPT 5 and Beyond: My Top 3 AI Tools for Teachers in 2025 and Beyond

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Discover how educators can turn viral scandals into powerful lessons on digital citizenship, privacy, and emotional intelligence. Richard James Rogers, award-winning author and school leader, shares practical strategies for teaching Gen Z in a hyper-visible world.

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Award-winning author and educator Richard James Rogers explores the complex realities of the gender gap in education. This insightful blog post examines recent research on academic performance, mental health, and gender disparities in subjects like literacy and STEM, offering practical strategies for teachers to create more inclusive and supportive classrooms.

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🌍 War. Conflict. Tough questions. As teachers, we don't always get to choose the conversations that arise in our classrooms. From Ukraine to Iran, Taiwan to Thailand—students are watching the world and looking to us for guidance. In my latest blog post, I share practical, classroom-tested strategies for discussing global conflict with care, clarity, and confidence. ✏️💬 Whether you teach maths, science, PE, or history, this is a must-read for navigating those unexpected—but important—moments. 👨‍🏫 Written from the front lines by an award-winning author and high school teacher.

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Equity vs Equality in Education: What I’ve Learned from the Front Lines

An article by Richard James Rogers, award-winning author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management: 45 Secrets That All High School Teachers Need to Know and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback This blog post has been beautifully illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. As a teacher with over twenty years of experience across the UK and Thailand, I’ve come to…

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The Evolution of AI Language Models. From GPT to Claude AI

An article by Richard James Rogers, award-winning author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management: 45 Secrets That All High School Teachers Need to Know and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback Language models of AI have become one of the most impressive achievements of modern technology. The development of these systems is extremely dynamic. From simple chatbots…

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Discover how generative AI like ChatGPT is transforming the classroom. Learn practical ways teachers can use AI to plan lessons, differentiate instruction, give feedback, and boost student outcomes—all while saving time and energy.

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Richard James rogers, award-winning author and educator, breaks down the current global teacher shortage crisis and what schools and governments can do about it.

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10 Tips to Help High School Students Achieve High Performance

An article by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post is illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. Success in high school is not just about hard work: it’s about working smart, using proven strategies that boost learning, memory, and motivation. Here are 10…

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AI Dolls and Digital Desks: High School Teaching in 2025

An article by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post is illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. Don’t forget to check out the full bibliography and recommended reading list at the end of this blog post. Artificial Intelligence (AI) used to sound like science…

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Adolescence: What Netflix's Latest Drama Teaches Educators About the Manosphere, Misogyny and the Modern Teen

An article by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post is illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. A full bibliography of sources cited in this blog post can be found at the bottom of the page. The Netflix miniseries Adolescence has sparked widespread acclaim…

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Richard James Rogers, award-winning author and pedagogical expert, describes the process of interleaving. Rogers is the first person ever to describe generalisable rules for applying interleaving in the secondary classroom.

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Responding Thoughtfully When Students Ask About Controversial Topics: The Example of Bonnie Blue

When students unexpectedly bring up sensitive or controversial topics in class—such as questions about Bonnie Blue, a British adult content creator known for provocative activities and public notoriety—teachers may feel unprepared. Though teachers would not actively introduce such subjects, it’s important to handle spontaneous student inquiries with care, professionalism, and purpose. Here are…

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Starting Out as an SLT Member: What I Learned from the Experts

📢 New Blog Post from Award-Winning Author Richard James Rogers 📢 Richard James Rogers, global authority on practical pedagogy and award-winning author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise, has just published an insightful new blog post on stepping into senior leadership for the first time. Recently appointed as the Acting Head of Secondary at an international school in Thailand, Richard shares hard-hitting, real-world advice gathered from experienced SLT members. In this latest post, he uncovers the realities of leadership that many teachers don’t see—including the challenges of governance, the importance of meeting deadlines, and why trust is the foundation of an effective leadership team. 🔹 SLT isn’t as powerful as it seems – Leadership is constrained by boards, budgets, and policies. 🔹 Gossiping teachers are noticed – Professionalism is key to career growth. 🔹 Complainers stand out (for the wrong reasons) – Solution-oriented educators earn leadership opportunities. 🔹 SLT works tirelessly—even during holidays – The workload behind the scenes is immense. 🔹 Hard work and dedication get noticed – Leadership teams recognize consistent, proactive teachers. For any educator aspiring to climb the leadership ladder, this is a must-read. Richard’s blog post is packed with practical wisdom, offering a candid look into what it really means to be part of a school’s senior leadership team. #EducationLeadership #SchoolManagement #SLT #EdLeadership #TeachingCareer #AwardWinningAuthor #RichardJamesRogers #Pedagogy #EdChat

A blog post by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post has been beautifully illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. Stepping into a senior leadership team (SLT) role for the first time can be both exhilarating and daunting. Recently, I was appointed as the…

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Building a Strong School Community: Lessons from Experience

Building a Strong School Community – Insights from Richard James Rogers Creating a thriving school community is essential for student success, teacher well-being, and a positive school culture. In my latest blog post, I share powerful strategies that every educator—whether a senior leader, middle manager, or classroom teacher—can use to build a strong sense of belonging within their school. As an award-winning author and educator with nearly two decades of experience, I have recently stepped into the role of Acting Head of Secondary at an international school in Thailand. This transition has been a profound learning experience, shedding light on the vital role that school community plays in shaping an effective learning environment. In this blog post, I explore: ✔ The power of well-designed assemblies – How to use them to foster student recognition, celebrate achievements, and build unity. ✔ The impact of collective praise – Why recognition should go beyond the classroom and be reinforced by multiple staff members. ✔ Engaging school events and theme days – Simple, effective ways to involve students, parents, and staff in meaningful activities. ✔ Leveraging your school’s unique identity – Using your school’s strengths to create a distinctive and cohesive community. ✔ Effective communication strategies – How newsletters, student-led announcements, and social media can strengthen school connections. ✔ External engagement – The benefits of guest speakers, field trips, and local partnerships in broadening student perspectives. I firmly believe that praise must be collective in order to be effective, a principle I wrote about in The Quick Guide to Classroom Management, my best-selling and award-winning book. When students feel recognized by multiple educators, their confidence soars, and the school culture becomes more positive and engaging. If you’re looking for practical, real-world strategies to build a school community that thrives, this blog post is for you. Let’s work together to create an educational environment where students and staff feel valued, motivated, and connected. I’d love to hear your thoughts! What strategies have worked for your school? Comment below or reach out to me at info@richardjamesrogers.com. Let’s continue the conversation! #SchoolCommunity #EducationalLeadership #TeacherTips #SchoolCulture #BuildingCommunity #StudentEngagement #ClassroomManagement

Creating a strong school community is one of the most vital yet often overlooked aspects of school leadership. Whether you are a senior leadership team (SLT) member, a school principal, a middle manager, or a frontline teacher balancing a full schedule, fostering a sense of belonging among students and staff is crucial for a thriving educational environment. I have recently stepped into the role…

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Leveraging Coding Games to Enhance Classroom Learning: A Teacher's Guide

Richard James Rogers, Award-Winning Author and Educator, describes ways in which teachers can leverage coding games to enhance classroom learning.

A blog post by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post has been beautifully illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. With the growing educational environment today, a teacher is always in pursuit of a new way to make student learning more interactive and…

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Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s: A Bold Step with Educational Benefits

Richard James Rogers, Award-Winning Author and Educator, describes his thoughts on Australia's social media ban for children under the age of 16.

A blog post by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post has been beautifully illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. Australia’s recent decision to implement a social media ban for under-16s has sparked heated debates. Whilst I, and many educators I am in…