The Pedagogical Principles

Find out more information at: Implementation and practical considerations - Hwb (gov.wales)

To teach the aspirations of the Curriculum for Wales we will need to change our pedagogy. Teachers will no longer stand at the front of the class and impart knowledge. In St Illtyd we have always taught in a more rounded way. The 12 pedagogical principles underpin all good teaching and learning. They are:

maintains a consistent focus on the overall purposes of the curriculum
challenges all learners by encouraging them to recognise the importance of sustained effort in meeting expectations that are high but achievable for them
means employing a blend of approaches including direct teaching
means employing a blend of approaches including those that promote problem-solving, creative and critical thinking
sets tasks and selects resources that build on previous knowledge and experience and engage interest
creates authentic contexts for learning
means employing assessment for learning principles
ranges within and across Areas
regularly reinforces the cross-curricular skills of literacy, numeracy and digital competence, and provides opportunities to practise them
encourages learners to take increasing responsibility for their own learning
supports social and emotional development and positive relationships
encourages collaboration

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