Pedagogy is at the heart of curriculum. In designing their curriculum, schools should consider the pedagogical approaches they will need to employ to support learners in realising the four purposes. Schools should ensure that practitioners have a deep and thorough understanding of the pedagogical principles and the research on which they are based. Effective pedagogy relies on an in-depth understanding of child and adolescent development. It involves exploring and reflecting on which teaching strategies will best support learning in a given context, and inquiring about the impact of this on learners.
"Curriculum design for learners of all ages and abilities should be underpinned by pedagogical principles."
Curriculum for Wales Guidance 2020
PP1 - maintains a consistent focus on the overall purposes of the curriculum
PP2 - challenges all learners by encouraging them to recognise the importance of sustained effort in meeting expectations that are high but achievable for them
PP3 - means employing a blend of approaches including direct teaching
PP4 - means employing a blend of approaches including those that promote problem-solving, creative and critical thinking
PP5 - sets tasks and selects resources that build on previous knowledge and experience and engage interest
PP6 - creates authentic contexts for learning
PP7 - means employing assessment for learning principles
PP8 - ranges within and across Areas
PP9 - regularly reinforces the cross-curricular skills of literacy, numeracy and digital competence, and provides opportunities to practice them
PP10 - encourages learners to take increasing responsibility for their own learning
PP11 - supports social and emotional development and positive relationships
PP12 - encourages collaboration