Ask the student what will help and consider a learner profile
Suggestion for implementing the strategy ‘Identifying needs and strengths, and accessing support’.
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Utilise digital tools
Utilise digital tools
These rangatahi explain in Māori, NZ Sign Language, and English, the meaning behind the digital photographs they have chosen to represent something that inspires them.
Support self-advocacy with learner profiles
Support self-advocacy with learner profiles
Having students create a learner profile for themselves is a great way to have them develop a better and fuller understanding of who they are as learners ...
This develops their independence and places them in a better position to self-advocate for the tools, learning materials, and presentation options that can optimise their learning experiences.
Naryn Searcy
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Build the learner profile over time
Build the learner profile over time
Considerations for learner profiles.
- Provide multiple opportunities and methods to develop the profile.
- Prioritise information from students by using effective communication techniques, for example, point to select, or communication boards.
- Revisit the profile on a regular basis to add depth and new insights.
- Use a range of input methods such as conversations, observations, formal reviews and regular surveys.
- Encourage students to understand their needs and preferences as a learner.
- Act on information that is shared so students can see how their voice helps you design learning experiences that work for them.
Let students personalise learner profiles
Let students personalise learner profiles
A learner profile is created by students and whānau.
Students can choose to present information in any media.
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What to include in a learner profile
What to include in a learner profile
Discuss with the student and their whānau what to include in a learner profile.
- Important people
- Cultural connections and experiences
- Languages spoken
- Things the student is good at
- Memorable life experiences
- How they like to unwind and relax
- Likes and interests
- Dislikes and things they avoid
- How they like to learn and what helps
- Things that make it hard for them to learn
- What they do when they need help
Useful resources
Useful resources
Developing learner profiles
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This document provides general support and guidance when developing a learner profile. It includes prompts and questions, alongside purpose and benefits for students.
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This learner profile template is a companion to "Developing learner profiles". It is an interactive PDF with questions for students to answer.
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