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Transformational Learning. What, Why, How?. What? Transformational Learning A different model of delivery and learning incorporating aspects of:. What type of child do we want to nurture?. Why? Transformational Learning What skills do employers desire?.
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Transformational Learning What, Why, How?
What? Transformational LearningA different model of delivery and learning incorporating aspects of:
Why? Transformational LearningWhat skills do employers desire? CBI: Confederation of British Industry. First Steps report What is it that small, medium and large companies need young people to bring with them into the world of work? – that’s not just exam results. ‘It’s actually about the characteristics, values and habits that last a lifetime. Businesses thrive working with young people who are determined, optimistic and emotionally intelligent,’ so the education system must focus on ‘helping them to be rigorous, rounded and grounded.
Why? Skills for life-long learning • Contents • Qualifications • Mental Skills & Attitudes
How? • All teachers have notebooks (since 2001) • All users have email (since 2000) • Site wide wireless network (all devices) • Notebook scheme in Yr7-9 (94%) • BYOD in Yr10-11 (work needed!) • Allow mobiles for use in lessons • No printing rule (5 printers in the school)
How? • Online Homework system (SMHW) • Moodle VLE (10yrs old next week!) • Mahara eportfolios (since 2010) • Full time support officer (Helen) • eLearning and ITServices development plan • Regular training and support for staff • Support and commitment from SLT • Recognition that eLearning is a USP for Perins
3 x 4 hour projects Planning, Evaluation & ePortfolio
No Curriculum (as such) No “specific” knowledge Teachers modelling learning
Have you asked for advice from your peers? What do they think? Remember it’s OK to start again. Stop and think about it for a minute…. What’s your goal, and how will you know if you have achieved it? Don’t be afraid to walk away and come back to it later Teachers are proactive, risk-taking learners Try breaking the task down into smaller sections. Build in moments when you can review what you’ve done? Close your eyes and try to see what you are aiming for. How are you looking at things differently now?
Transforming the VLE
Collaboration - padlet http://wallwisher.com/wall/7billionlifestyle
Reflection – Mahara feedback http://mahara.perins.net/view/view.php?t=mArs78BycHhvpX1N34nU
Reflection – Glossary feedback http://moodle.perins.net/mod/glossary/view.php?id=39885
Cross-curricular planning Teachers ‘persuaded’ to take risks and use 21C technology