I had my first session today in the Manaiakalani Reading Practice Intensive course with Naomi, Georgie and Anna.
Day 1 was Reading is Core to Learning. The main headings were: What characterises a 'good reader'? teachers as readers, reading across the curriculum, the importance of discussion about text and how to grow 'good readers'. There was a lot of information and I will need to go back over some of the main points in my own time.
One of my big takeaways from the day was when I saw the prompt "What did I learn that could be used with my learners?" After looking at the reading survey I will try and dig deeper into their view of reading, and try and find out what helps and what holds them back. I am hoping that by gathering student voice it will help me to understand where the children are at and what I can do to help grow their enjoyment of reading.
Kia ora Wayne,
ReplyDeleteGood to hear it was an interesting first day. I think it will be very interesting looking at the results of the reading survey for your class. We often think we know what it will tell us but quite regularly there are always some surprises. Remember I'm always happy to be an extra body in class as you introduce devices and skills to your students, just shout out.
Angela
Angela
Great to hear that you are thinking about student voice Wayne. It will be great for your team to share some of your learning.
ReplyDeleteKia ora Wayne,
ReplyDeleteLovely to see you again last week, and thanks for being so open and sharing your thoughts with our breakout group - it's always great when people are happy to share their perspectives so we can learn from each other. I'm also interested in seeing the results of your survey - it's always fascinating what our learners tell us!
See you next time,
Georgie
I really love how we are now thinking beyond the 'guided reading lesson' and that we need to support our children to develop their skills to read across the curriculum and to think critically about what they are reading. I am sure you will pick up lots of great ideas and reminders to take back to your classroom practice.
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