W1 CDIG Student Agency Reflection by Allan Goh https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689 Made with wonder en-us 2022-04-13 00:52:23 UTC 2022-08-05 07:53:36 UTC hello@padlet.com cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172562908 I used to think that student agency is about choice. 

Now I think that there are more layers to agency - perception, skills and control]]> 2022-05-06 08:09:14 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172562908 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172563719 Positive students who can peer support their classmates]]> 2022-05-06 08:10:06 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172563719 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172564299 Students as peer supporters]]> 2022-05-06 08:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172564299 cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172564945 Using routines and setting expectations with the students. Equip students with the skills to be ready to be their own learning agent ]]> 2022-05-06 08:11:33 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172564945 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172565081 I used to think that student agency is about provinding the opportunities for students to make choices but now I think it encompasses both (growth) mindset and skillset changes. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:11:44 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172565081 cymoh81 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172565892 I used to think that student agency is about how our students behave/act in class, but I now I think it definitely encompasses a much broader aspect both in mindsets and skill sets. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:12:44 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172565892 cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172566296 Students who are willing to try, set learning goals and work to close their learning gaps.]]> 2022-05-06 08:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172566296 Isa https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172567900 Used to think it’s what u think what u are n did not consider the aspect of skills that will be required to complement the mindset ]]> 2022-05-06 08:14:58 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172567900 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568253 Students who are open-minded, not afraid to make mistakes. They are willing to try. 


]]> 2022-05-06 08:15:22 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568253 cymoh81 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568395 I hope that the students in my class can be more independent, learner-driven, actively trying to answer questions rather than merely waiting for others to answer and to have grit. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:15:32 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568395 Allan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568478 Implicit messaging is important; we can know how to develop agency in our students and children but if we don’t believe it / allow for other reasons to take priority (eg exam results) then our implicit actions and words will dampen our efforts. 

Important to engage parents.]]> 2022-05-06 08:15:38 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568478 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568538 Students who take ownership of their learning with a growth mindset and perservance ]]> 2022-05-06 08:15:43 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172568538 Liz https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172569053 I used to think that student agency is just about changing a student's skillset but now I think that it is important to know/understand what we are working with before we can change something for the better.]]> 2022-05-06 08:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172569053 Isa https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172569441 Students r capable of good decision- making n being independent. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:16:25 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172569441 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172569457 I used to think that student agency is about self-directedness and ownership

Now I know that there are mindset and skill set to demonstrate student agency]]> 2022-05-06 08:16:26 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172569457 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570027 Scaffolding the skillsets (“how to”) and role-modelling the mindsets]]> 2022-05-06 08:17:03 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570027 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570189 Teacher role modelling and articulating of positive mindsets during learning in class. 

Guide students to set achievable learning goals. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:17:15 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570189 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570587 Students who are able to thrive in VUCA world, with skills and dispositions necessary to navigate the unknown, while staying rooted to Singapore]]> 2022-05-06 08:17:40 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570587 Liz https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570784 Teacher role-modeling. To watch the choices of the words we use, to help them in their journey to understanding themselves better.]]> 2022-05-06 08:17:54 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570784 Isa https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570954 Incorporate authentic experiences in lessons]]> 2022-05-06 08:18:07 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172570954 Liz https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172571861 Watch the choice of the words used. See each student for what they can be based on their current situation and not what they should be.]]> 2022-05-06 08:19:18 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172571861 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172572275 Give students opportunities to learn to make informed choices; to manage dilemma and conflict; to be able to live with the complexities of life. White space during curriculum time to plan their learning pace and chart their learning journey. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:19:47 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172572275 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172572348
Teacher role modelling and articulating positive mindsets during learning in class.
Guide students to set achievable learning goals. ]]> 2022-05-06 08:19:53 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172572348 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172572417 Promote collaboration through multi -disciplinary activities/ projects]]> 2022-05-06 08:19:59 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172572417 cymoh81 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172573191 I will try to role-model the mindsets and skill sets for learning and create that culture in the classroom.  ]]> 2022-05-06 08:20:54 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2172573191 Self Directed Learners cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353019 children need to learn skill sets and mindset explicitly. It shouldn’t be incidental not implicit. - Cynthia ]]> 2022-08-05 07:37:56 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353019 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353109 To give them a voice and take ownership in their learning]]> 2022-08-05 07:38:12 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353109 Student Learning rather than Teachers teaching cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353791 Push the cognitive load to students to learn, getting them to set learning goals (maybe together at a start) and always ready to apply knowledge (rather than complete worksheet) and having to do their reflection. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:39:38 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353791 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353805 It gives students a sense of control and self-efficacy. They will be more motivated to do their best. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:39:43 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353805 First and foremost, take time to get to know and build rapport with students https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353811 2022-08-05 07:39:44 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353811 Students with agency will be able to take control of their life in a purposeful and meaningful way, even after they leave the protective bubble of a schooling environment goh_yinglun_allan2 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353863 2022-08-05 07:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353863 Building a learner-centred classroom kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353992 Having a learner-centred classroom is important to me, where the students own their learning, set their learning goals, able to have the agency to make right choices for their learning styles - Jeanette ]]> 2022-08-05 07:40:20 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255353992 Create and maintain a non-threatening environment where students are encouraged to ideate and share their views https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354028 2022-08-05 07:40:28 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354028 It empowers students and allows them to experience success. https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354260 2022-08-05 07:41:10 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354260 Change management cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354320 Teachers’ readiness in terms of mindset and competency (ability to facilitate).

Time to complete what’s required in syllabus. 

End of the day, assessment drives learning 😮‍💨 ]]> 2022-08-05 07:41:20 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354320 Self-driven learners. Instead of teachers telling students what to do, these students are motivated to learn. Teacher as the more knowledgeable other, facilitating learning. https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354540 2022-08-05 07:42:00 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354540 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354645 Students are confident in giving a voice to class or school matters when trs are effective facilitators. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:42:19 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354645 Take the leap of faith with managed expectations cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354783 Just try 1 small step.
 Don’t be in a hurry.
 Adopt a growth mindset.
Manage your expectation. (Don’t expect to see impact immediately) ]]> 2022-08-05 07:42:36 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354783 Differentiated Learning, self assessment goh_yinglun_allan2 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354802 Students learning at their own pace, assessing their own learning (with tech), and then taking follow up action (e.g. find help from friends/teachers, googling for additional info on the concepts). ]]> 2022-08-05 07:42:38 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255354802 Confidence level n competency in facilitation skills of trs. https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355350 2022-08-05 07:44:01 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355350 Management / teachers Giving Away Control + Willingness to embrace failures goh_yinglun_allan2 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355355 We ourselves have to be willing to give away control, and to embrace failures / reduction in quality as students learns and grows ]]> 2022-08-05 07:44:02 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355355 Mental models of teachers and learners. Teachers to ‘let go’ and trust the students to explore and make mistakes. Students relying too much on the teachers to provide answers. https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355535 2022-08-05 07:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355535 Building a school - wide culture kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355542 Whole school approach to implement for more self-directed learning in our students such as they set goals for their social-emotional learning, teachers supporting them with strategies to work towards their goals. Each classroom is an encouraging classroom that supports students to thrive. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:44:34 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355542 A culture where students are engaged and where all students take full ownership of his or her own learning. https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355594 2022-08-05 07:44:44 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255355594 It’s ok to make mistakes. We do not learn frm experience, we learn from reflecting on experience 😉 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356022 2022-08-05 07:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356022 Possible direction goh_yinglun_allan2 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356185 Deepening student agency (e.g. in specific mindsets / skillsets / strategies)

Addressing mindsets / beliefs of educators in impacting students learning ]]> 2022-08-05 07:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356185 kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356287 Mindset of Teachers - to let go and allow students choices in learning
Skillset of teachers - whether they have the confidence in facilitation of discussion, ]]> 2022-08-05 07:46:27 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356287 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356852 Time - Struggle to complete syllabus, finding time to plan and implement
Buy-in of the teachers]]> 2022-08-05 07:47:12 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356852 Assessment modes and stakeholders’ expectations https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356937 2022-08-05 07:47:27 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356937 Changing teachers mindset about student agency cyn_tan https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356954 2022-08-05 07:47:28 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255356954 kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255357053 Building rapport and establish the collaborative teacher -student relationship is key. Starting it right is important. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:47:47 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255357053 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255357299 Do not be ambitious and start small. Taking simple steps is better than none.]]> 2022-08-05 07:48:27 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255357299 Supporting student agency with formative assessment https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255358004 2022-08-05 07:49:55 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255358004 kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255358352 I used to think that student agency is about providing choices for the students to work on their learning only. Now I think it involves a systematic framework to build on agency for our students. We will also need support for the larger environment - teachers, peers, parents. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:50:28 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255358352 Be the spark to ignite and kickstart their learning, then let go and believe that they will soar. goh_yinglun_allan2 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255358903 2022-08-05 07:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255358903 kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255359058 Students owning their learning, setting goals for their overall learning. They would be willing to try, becoming a more critical thinker. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:52:34 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255359058 kang_nee1 https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255359427 Teachers to role-model the positive mindsets and skillsets to our students. ]]> 2022-08-05 07:53:36 UTC https://padlet.com/goh_yinglun_all/1vcqrufsuqomk689/wish/2255359427