Daily Archives: April 8, 2010

An advocate for reciprocal teaching – or hearing student voice in your classroom.

Posted on April 8, 2010 by mwalker

When I first listened to this address by 12 yo Adora I was rather skeptical and amazed. Her use of language is amazing but her message is simply. We need to hear student voice in curriculum development – so if … Continue reading →

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National Tests for students next month [NAPLAN] – so what?

Posted on April 8, 2010 by mwalker

Next month all year 3, 5 7, and 9 students in Australia embark on a series of National Tests over a 3 day period in reading, writing, spelling, grammar and punctuation and number. Teachers have been encouraged to better prepare … Continue reading →

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