A calm and orderly entry routine by Tanveen - despite the disruptions!
Matea has the students repeat the entry routine - insisting on silence as they enter.
Bron uses signal, pause, insist effectively in this entry routine.
Brain dumps support students to navigate the learning intention and success criteria for this lesson.
Bron demonstrates the small steps students need to take as they work their way through this example.
Steph demonstrates turn and talk, Fase reading and the use of whiteboards as the class practice together.
Students THINK, TRY, SHARE and DISCUSS, then JUSTIFY as they attempt these worked examples.
Student led practice together. Students in this dance class lead and share responsibility for the learning.
A great example of FASE reading in Bindi's class during their practice together session. Key things to focus on while doing FASE reading:
Allow both confident and unconfident readers to read
If throwing to an unconfident reader I will point at them and mouth 'are you ready?' before throwing to them.
Keep reminding them of the reading expectations 'big loud voice'
Jumping in myself sometimes to set the pace and volume, making my own mistakes to show that it is okay.
Occasionally correcting when something is mispronounced. Insisting that students pronounce correctly before moving on.
Independent practice - Tanveen sets out clear expectations for this task.
Active supervision and naming the lap are evident in this independent practice.
Holly demonstrates strong routines as this class works independently. B's and wait time gain 100% attention.
Julian encourages thinking routines as students reflect on their learning.
Dean exits the class effectively in the 'Officer way'
Using the whiteboards to check for understanding in this Year 7 English class.