Introduce new teaching and learning approaches prior to moving
Suggestion for implementing the strategy ‘Involving students in planning and preparing for the transition to the new space’
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Transfer familiar systems
Transfer familiar systems
Before we came into the ILE, we looked around for management systems and programmes that we could use in this environment that would help with the transition.
One that we found was called “The Daily Five” and that really helped with the transition because we had something that was familiar to the children coming in. They knew exactly how to do it and it just worked really beautifully coming in here as well.
Gabrielle Nuthall, Halswell School
Build learner agency
Build learner agency
Set up systems that support students to manage their own learning before moving. Provide visual supports and structured choices for students needing support.
Practice working collaboratively
Practice working collaboratively
Practise how to cooperate and work collaboratively. Identify what works for your students. Focus on noticing and responding appropriately to individual differences.
Flexible timetabling at secondary school
Flexible timetabling at secondary school
Students are given agency through a flexible learning system. They can add more time into the subject areas they need support with.
Scaffold students to manage learning
Scaffold students to manage learning
Daniel and his teacher talk about how using a “must-do/can-do” list and an iPad enables him to have ownership and control over his learning.
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- Introduce students to the new space
- Introduce new teaching and learning approaches
- Involve students in designing routines
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Work with parents and whānauShow suggestions for Work with parents and whānau