It was worthwhile reflecting on what is a confident maths teacher, having the opportunity to reflect and share in a group was a valuable experience. The following statements resounded with me…
- enjoyment
- knowledge and understanding of our local curriculum
- knowledge of maths curriculum and progressions
- competency or a willingness to research and learn before teaching
- know my learners and celebrate their strengths
This was reinforced when I had to view the survey about my mathematic knowledge, there were a couple of challenging problems. However, I would become proficient with a willingness to learn and practice the strategies.
I love that Manaiakalani shares tools I can share with my students so they can access their learning or share what they are learning.
Keeping Track of Data
Keeping track of learners’ data was very interesting, I have used the PAT assessment tool however not until this year with my syndicate as I was previously a year one teacher. I found utilising the teacher’s workbook and putting the PAT and Eastle onto my workbook very workable. Having the data and my planning on one spreadsheet is easier and more sustainable. There was a lot of learning and exploration with the PAT assessment, looking at item reports and identifying the gaps and next learning steps.
Assessment Capable Learner
Revisiting learning intentions and success criteria was familiar, I always need to revisit these targeted goals and criteria for clarity and to ensure I have written these specifically for the learners’ learning needs. One statement that resounded with me was to commence the success criteria with a verb.
The question do we give time for students’ reflection, initially my response was yes… however I need to use the tracking in the teacher worksheet to monitor and ensure I am keeping track. This will be easier to access and monitor than recording in the group’s modelling book.
Pulling it Altogether
It is essential to have student’s attitudes, abilities, and how they learn. It is difficult to plan and implement an effective programme without taking time to know your learners. It would be interesting to do the survey with the teachers at my school to ascertain their attitudes towards mathematics and learning.
Initially, when viewing the slide with the students learning for the week the layout was very busy. My wondering is why do need to have my teacher’s notes visible? I would need to adapt this slide to the learning needs of my students.