It has been a while since I have actively posted on my Blog...
I wasn't happy with the way writing was going in the Brainiacs so I spent a bit of time talking with Karla (our writing guru) about how to make writing more engaging, opportunities for feedback and publishing. Connecting on a regular basis in writing is something that easily falls to the side in the busy life of the classroom.
I also contacted Judith (RT:Lit) about my continuing frustration with the Wonder Writers and where to next with them...
On the flipside - the term certainly has started well. There are more opportunities within the Literacy programme for student choice, planning and learning. Making that next step in accepting responsibility for ones learning has been quite challenging for those who can struggle just being organised for school each day. When mum isn't there to 'do' stuff, students discover very quickly there are consequences that may involve following up learning in their own time. Constructive feedback is our next major focus. We are still on track to introduce our 'My Learning.Me' personalised timetables by Week 6. Our self managing students are super keen to start these and are already organising my time for me. There will still be a lot of teacher direction for the target students in terms of planning their week.
