Monthly Archives: November 2011

21st Century Learner

Posted on November 27, 2011 by mwalker

I’m constantly searching for better ways to engage in conversations with groups about learning, the work of schools to both reflect and lead communities in change and the leadership required to achieve these things. I came to this clip in this … Continue reading →

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Like to start teacher conversation about observing practice – with humour?

Posted on November 16, 2011 by mwalker

Recently we ran a workshop on observing teacher practice in classrooms within a coaching relationship. To break the ice but make the point we used this clip from Summer Heights High which was an Australian TV show that “sent up” … Continue reading →

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Rick Wormeli on redo’s and retakes

Posted on November 6, 2011 by mwalker

I’ve been pondering some recent parent feedback about our senior students lack of engagement with some teachers and the material they are expected to learn. I began my reflections about the students coming from the digital generation and expecting to … Continue reading →

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