Jan23 Class 2 RC Gen Padlet 2a - Facilitation by MOE CPDD GEB-EL https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n This is for us to share our thoughts about Facilitating Reading Circles en-us 2023-01-06 03:07:33 UTC 2023-01-13 07:47:11 UTC hello@padlet.com R https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443256962 1. Rules & routine painstakingly set up. 
2. Personal sharing and teacher modelling of examples/making her thinking visible 
3. Great energy and infectious passion! ]]> 2023-01-13 07:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443256962 (Mei Sze) Setting expectations/ground rules and unpacking by giving examples https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257091 2023-01-13 07:32:54 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257091 Kim Walker https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257101 The teacher set up expectations of what students should do, for eg: read the text before the lesson, speak with their group discussion voice. I liked how she modelled an example of how she made a text-self connection by sharing about her knowledge of the Holocaust and her trip.]]> 2023-01-13 07:32:55 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257101 She set the expectations at the start. Students know what to expect from the session. Created a non-threatening environment (Vinod) https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257478 2023-01-13 07:33:28 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257478 role model -Yana https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257481 2023-01-13 07:33:28 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257481 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257561 - Setting her expectations at the start of the class.
- Engaging the students.
- Relating her expectations to the books that they have read.]]> 2023-01-13 07:33:36 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257561 She explained each expectation and rule clearly giving examples related to the pupils experience. She was able to capture and retain their attention. (Jo) https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257572 2023-01-13 07:33:37 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257572 (Mei Sze) Make use of the environment. Have the rules displayed. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257588 2023-01-13 07:33:38 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257588 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257764 Facilitator was animated. She went through the ground rules of being mindful when speaking. ]]> 2023-01-13 07:33:53 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257764 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257831 What was done well:
- Setting the ground rules and expectations with regards to the different aspects - the reading of the book, class/ group discussions and reflection
- Teaching students how to make different connections when they read the book
- Stating explicitly that both teacher and students are on this journey together; they are learning together
- Teacher is very animated and has a lot of energy, which excites the students to learn as well

Charmaine]]> 2023-01-13 07:33:59 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257831 rules and routine https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257967 CARE and use of voice.
she introduces the different type of connections one can have when reading (amanda hxq)]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:10 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443257967 Kim Walker https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258001 The rules seem to pertain only to the students. I wonder if it might be helpful if the teacher also established what she would do (e.g. when you talk, I will listen carefully and not rush to interrupt you.) Might make the students feel like it is a two-way street.]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:13 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258001 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258247 Teacher was enthusiastic. Her energy level makes me feel like joining in and listening to her.
Rules were clear with examples given.
'Gears' provided (Laimun)]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:32 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258247 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258317 She set up clear expectations with a lively delivery. It looks like there is good rapport. She used relatable examples.]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:36 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258317 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258386 1. RC is built on the premise that everyone is learning together and from each other - including the teacher, which sets the foundation for open communication in a safe learning space
2.  Teacher briefly models some of the strategies that they will be using e.g. what does it mean to make text-to-self connections]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:39 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258386 Print out the slide that she showed and have it displayed on the wall for students to be able to refer to. (Jo) https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258397 2023-01-13 07:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258397 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258419 Setting expectations with examples so that students are clear about the expectations. (Viki)]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:42 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258419 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258460 Positive energy and tone, clear expectations and modelling how active contribution is like, sharing personal examples (Joanne)]]> 2023-01-13 07:34:45 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258460 (Uresh) Teacher is definitely an enthusiastic educator. She sets rules and expectations for her pupils. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258607 2023-01-13 07:34:55 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258607 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258702 The teacher set and explained the ground rules well by creating a safe and respectful space to share ideas. She explained the importance of using the right voice when discussing and how students could make connections between the text and other areas. She also shared her personal experiences to exemplify how she made connections.
-Vanessa]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:03 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258702 PP https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258753 1. Teacher sets the ground rules
2. Teacher sets the mood on a positive tone by sharing her own experiences and even adding humour to the lesson .
3. It is evident that her students are focused during her lesson, indicating the interest level of her students]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:07 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258753 open culture. she asked the pupils to let her know if her voice is 'too loud' Yana https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258759 2023-01-13 07:35:08 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258759 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258829 - Setting the ground rules and expectations with clear examples
- Full of energy (Melissa)]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:15 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258829 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258861 Display rules on wall. ]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:17 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258861 (Cecilia) They had a common language -CARE that is expected and understood by all students. She unpacked the expectations for her students. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258907 2023-01-13 07:35:22 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258907 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258966 Co-construct rules to be observe during the session (Laimun)]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:27 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443258966 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259055 Shermeine:
-Setting clear ground rules. I like how she makes it relatable to the students (i.e. 'diving' deep into the book). She is animated and enthusiastic while delivering her lesson.

]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:34 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259055 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259068 she could have gotten the students to contribute to the expectations as well. 'class-created routines' - to create the sense of ownership (amanda hxq)]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:35 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259068 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259105 1. She set rules and routines so that the students are aware of their expected behaviour and conduct during the session.
2. She was engaging and enthusiastic.  
3. Informed the students that they were on the journey together.]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:38 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259105 bl https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259119 Setting ground rules is important and the teachers have taken some time to do so to create the safe environment for the class to share]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:39 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259119 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259198 Teacher mentioned she was there to learn together with the students at the start. This would make her students more at ease when participating. She also set her ground rules clearly and guided students in making connections with the text. (Jun Cong)]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:45 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259198 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259208 She stated the rules and expectations of her lessons. 

She shared some of her personal experiences to explain the various text connections. 

She's very excited with what she's teaching.

Renfang]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259208 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259329 She contextualised the whole RC experience using the analogy of diving - Rules and Gears so that students are clear of why she needs to set the expectations. When sharing about the expectations, she was explicit and included specific examples. Similarly, when she shares the "gears' with the students, she also elaborated and gave examples on how they can relate to the text differently (text to self, text to text, etc.)]]> 2023-01-13 07:35:56 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259329 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259412 Get students to also share what are some ground rules they would like in place before teacher shares her expectations. (Viki)]]> 2023-01-13 07:36:00 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259412 She could have co-constructed the 'to do' / expectations with her students. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259573 2023-01-13 07:36:11 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259573 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259650 Considering this is a HA group, it could help to get students involved in the process of setting expectations - what do THEY want to achieve out of this programme? ]]> 2023-01-13 07:36:19 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259650 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259653 Change the seating configuration to enable more interaction amongst participants and print out the making connection process (text to self, text to text etc.) and displaying it to remind pupils on the thinking process (Joanne)]]> 2023-01-13 07:36:19 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443259653 [NH] https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260040 Kept the expectations simple and the tone light so as to enthuse the students. 

Explained what it means to be a reader and contributor in a Reading Circle e.g. how to connect with a text]]> 2023-01-13 07:36:46 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260040 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260268 -The teacher has set ground rules and expectations for the students at the start of the lesson
-She shared her personal experience about what she had read 
-Teacher was enthusiastic, lively and the session was engaging
Alagammal

]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:02 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260268 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260315 Allow students to add on their expectations and what they hope to achieve at the end of the programme (Melissa)

]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:05 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260315 Serene https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260332 Establishing ground rules at the start and there was a lot of teacher modelling e.g. What it means to have group voice and class voice. She also provides a lot of examples as she explains about making connections. She also shares many of her personal examples. I thought this was good as it helped to build tsr and an environment where students are not afraid to speak]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:07 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260332 K https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260363 She set up expectations and had really infectious good energy. Trying to draw connections from students previous experiences and keep conversation light hearted]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:08 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260363 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260649 Setting up expectations - maybe the students would later move into circles. I would prefer to start with a big circle, then smaller ones later.
Tr stated how the students could make connections to the text. I might want students to discuss their responses before leading them to see the different kind of connections they had made.]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260649 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260658 Clear expectations were set, while going through the different connections to the text, the teacher also gave examples and drew links to her own personal experience. (Xue Ling)]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260658 K https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260917 She could have used seating arrangement to make her students feel more included and safe]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:52 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260917 Ask the students for their input for each point. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260975 2023-01-13 07:37:56 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260975 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260984 It might be helpful to create some flashcards for groups to remind them of certain rules and the thinking routines (e.g. making connections diagram, see-think-wonder). This might encourage consistency when students are engaging in discussions
-Vanessa]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:57 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260984 R https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260996 1. More visual aids/student personal references
2. Canvass student response/check for prior knowledge/extent of book read eg. to what extent are 'spoilers' to be avoided?]]> 2023-01-13 07:37:58 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443260996 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261036 Have the students to co-construct the rules and routines so that they own them. Have them prominently put up so that they can serve as constant reminder. This will be helpful especially at the initial sessions (bl)]]> 2023-01-13 07:38:02 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261036 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261121 She could ask her students why each rule/ expectation is important and listen to their explanation instead of telling them. When students understand the rationale of rules, they are more likely to abide by them.]]> 2023-01-13 07:38:08 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261121 The teacher set up a safe environment to cue all her students in while going through class norms with positive energy and passion. Students enjoyed it. There is a lot of examples given to clearly illustrate the ground rules so that there is clarity for all. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261190 2023-01-13 07:38:14 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261190 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261206 Shermeine:

- Be mindful of the space arrangement. I noticed that the students are seated in rows. Display the rules on an anchor chart and frequently refer to it during the RC session. ]]> 2023-01-13 07:38:15 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261206 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261355 She set the group norms and unpacked them for her students. She is engaging and seeks to make the classroom a safe place where students feel safe to speak up.

Geraldine]]> 2023-01-13 07:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261355 (Uresh): I feel that the rules should be displayed. Pupils should be seated facing one another. Perhaps in a circle. (Maybe the teacher will get them to rearrange their tables and chairs?) https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261582

]]> 2023-01-13 07:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261582 She could have role play what the reading circle could look like and get students to state what could have been done to improve it. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261658 2023-01-13 07:38:51 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443261658 1. Students should be given the opportunity to set the rules. 2. Students seated in circles. (Vinod) https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262365 2023-01-13 07:39:51 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262365 [NH] https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262479 Involve the students more in establishing the expectations / routines.

Introduce and practise simple talk moves e.g. how to agree/disagree, add on etc. 


]]> 2023-01-13 07:40:01 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262479 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262571 She could have also sought the students' opinions on the rules and expectations that were set. 
- For or against? Why?
(Xue Ling)]]> 2023-01-13 07:40:08 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262571 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262680 Have students have a say on what rules they would like in place as well. ]]> 2023-01-13 07:40:17 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262680 Alwiyah https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262912 -rules & expectations (starting it right)
-drawing of prior knowledge, sharing of personal experiences & how she made a connection to the text (shows how reading the book made a difference to her)
-how to make connections (text to self, text to world etc.) (related to point 2)]]> 2023-01-13 07:40:36 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262912 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262952 The seating arrangement can be changed so that the students can see each other easily.

Get students to draw up the expectations together with her.

Geraldine]]> 2023-01-13 07:40:39 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443262952 https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443263478 -She could have gotten the students to co-construct the rules
-Could rearrange the seating arrangement to make it more conducive ]]> 2023-01-13 07:41:28 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443263478 Allow for student participation via: asking qns, be seated differently so that students have eye contact with peers as well, asking for opinions, etc on what ground rules contribute to a collaborative learning. https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443263637 2023-01-13 07:41:37 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443263637 AAA https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443264722 -include students when coming up with rules & expectations

]]> 2023-01-13 07:43:05 UTC https://padlet.com/moegebr/pbuebfyw2h4ezl0n/wish/2443264722