It seems such a long time ago since I started the course. If I knew how I'd feel at the end of the course, I wouldn't have felt so worried at the beginning. It has been a massive but thoroughly enjoyable learning curve.
Every session really opened my eyes and motivated me as a learner. The examples of each of the Pillars of Practice and putting them into practice over the 3 weeks really helped consolidate the learning. The students really enjoyed finding out what new activities we were going to try each week. They were quick to reflect on how much they enjoyed them, especially the use of learning intentions, fresh graphic organisers, success criteria and create.
The modelling book was especially helpful as concrete examples made it easier to create my own templates.
Everything in the course, after a long time in teaching, gave me a fresh approach to reading and has motivated my colleagues, students and me. The new ways to explore vocabulary, skill builders kete, and loose and tighter creates went down very well.
The observations and conversations after the homework was done with my mentor. helped clarify my understanding of the sessions and ensured I kept focussed. It would have been easy to let other commitments draw me away from implementing the learning. Thank you, Lauren!
I am a slow processor, so sometimes I needed a longer time to create and process. Having a place to put in the homework before the session was really helpful.
I look forward to continuing on next year.
A big thank you to all the RPI team for so much support and my breakout group, Anna, Paige, Tania, Angie, Dani and Patricia, who helped with my learning and making it fun.
Is there any possibility a Writing Programme Intensive is on the way, as there is a great need for this in our studio?
Kia ora Sharon
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on completing the Manaiakalani Reading Practice Intensive 2023! I’m super glad that you became increasingly reassured and confident to take risks as the programme progressed.
We are especially pleased to hear that participation gave you “a fresh approach to reading and has motivated my colleagues, students and me.” That’s so encouraging! I also agree that all our mentors played a very important role in supporting and following up with teachers back at school. They are a key part of the professional development design and we are incredibly grateful for their commitment.
We don’t currently have any plans for a Writing Intensive as we are launching the Maths Practice Intensive next year, and a version for teachers of Years 7-10. But watch this space …you never know!
All the very best for the rest of your year and during your non-contact time over the term break!
Do get in touch any time!
Nga mihi
Naomi R.
Literacy Facilitator - Manaiakalani Reading Practice Intensive