https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob Towards a T and L policy en-us 2021-03-24 06:52:26 UTC 2021-03-24 09:03:15 UTC hello@padlet.com martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346566125 How do the NISC guiding statements (mission, vision, values, IB learner profile) influence teaching and learning?]]> 2021-03-24 06:53:55 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346566125 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346571627 How would you define this in the context of NISC?]]> 2021-03-24 06:56:12 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346571627 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346574538 What approaches to teaching (strategies, theories, examples) should be employed at NISC?]]> 2021-03-24 06:57:22 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346574538 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346581724 What place does IT have in the role of learning?]]> 2021-03-24 07:00:23 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346581724 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346584146 What evidence -based research, thinking, resources should we use to guide learning at NISC?]]> 2021-03-24 07:01:24 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346584146 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346608987 What should assessment look like at NISC?]]> 2021-03-24 07:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346608987 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346614637 What influence does the learning environment have on learning and how should this look?]]> 2021-03-24 07:13:45 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346614637 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346646732 What positive classroom management strategies positively contribute to the learning of students?]]> 2021-03-24 07:25:26 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346646732 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346649997 What value does home learning contribute to learning of the student and what should it look like?]]> 2021-03-24 07:26:42 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346649997 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346653494 What is the role of the teacher and /or the school in developing understanding and practice?]]> 2021-03-24 07:27:32 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346653494 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346797600 Inquiry based instruction, visualization.]]> 2021-03-24 08:19:33 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346797600 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346809954 Students should have the opportunity to learn about, with and through technology and use it as a tool for varied communication]]> 2021-03-24 08:23:53 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346809954 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346813040 The IB learner profile should be at the forefront of the teachers mind when planning, teaching and interacting with students. With the idea of holistic growth and development of all students. Teachers should model these values at all times. ]]> 2021-03-24 08:24:56 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346813040 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346816547 Students should be active not passive within the classroom. Teacher talk time should be limited and the focus should be on student talk and visible thinking.]]> 2021-03-24 08:26:06 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346816547 rebecca_hooper https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346818784 2021-03-24 08:26:53 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346818784 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346822320 As school has SEN, EAL and other reading support in English class, will there be any extra support for the Mother tongue language class? ]]> 2021-03-24 08:28:02 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346822320 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346823058 The key to classroom management is having warm, caring and responsive relationships with students.]]> 2021-03-24 08:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346823058 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346827067 It is important that students have outlets and support for them to thrive]]> 2021-03-24 08:29:39 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346827067 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346830827 There is no one size fits all model. Some students will benefit from this, others not. Differentiate according to needs]]> 2021-03-24 08:31:01 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346830827 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346834796 What partnerships should NISC have to enhance the learning experience for students?]]> 2021-03-24 08:32:18 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346834796 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346840704 We work hard to integrate students of differing backgrounds in an engaging way, that pushes them to expand their horizons by identifying their strengths and challenges, then escorting them on their learning journey.

]]> 2021-03-24 08:34:14 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346840704 elizabeth_delos_reyes https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346844949 To focus more on developing skills (ATL)and to let the students be engage successfully. Student Led learning that focus on small groups.]]> 2021-03-24 08:35:41 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346844949 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346845571 Assessment should have the main goal of showing progress (or highlighting a lack of progress), in order for teaching to be focused, relevant and meet the needs of each learner. ]]> 2021-03-24 08:35:55 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346845571 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346845990 Do you think it is possible that we could give students once local public school learning experience through arranging partnership with  some local schools?]]> 2021-03-24 08:36:05 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346845990 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346849118 We need to find ways to assess our students, then design curriculum that engages them, and helps them to exceed even their own expectations.]]> 2021-03-24 08:37:06 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346849118 rebecca_hooper https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346850337 Or do students receive formal IT lessons in the upper grades? ]]> 2021-03-24 08:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346850337 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346853491 Learning to integrate the use of technology is critical in preparing our students to enter the world with essential life skills.]]> 2021-03-24 08:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346853491 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346856360 Students need to be supported as they develop reflection skills in which they are self-analytical and self-critical, so that they take ownership of their learning, and drive the inquiry based process.  The ATL"s are central in this process because it helps to provide children with the language to articulate their processes.]]> 2021-03-24 08:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346856360 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346856663 The students or teachers should be able to take advantage of being part of the global Nord Anglia network. ]]> 2021-03-24 08:39:41 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346856663 rebecca_hooper https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346860174 Throughout the unit students should have formative assessments.]]> 2021-03-24 08:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346860174 elizabeth_delos_reyes https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346860403 Students must have a proper training in using Microsoft tools/Using Educational Apps]]> 2021-03-24 08:40:50 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346860403 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346861018 Assessments should be tied to reflection.  Students need to be able to articulate their understandings and challenges they faced along their learning journey.  The more a student is able to explain what he/she has learned, and the processes he/she has used to support his/her success is critical.]]> 2021-03-24 08:41:04 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346861018 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346865779 Nord Anglia offers a wealth of professional development opportunities for teachers to access at their own will. ]]> 2021-03-24 08:42:39 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346865779 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346865872 A learning environment must recognize the emotions of the child, and seek to create stimulation and well as foster a sense of accountability among our students.]]> 2021-03-24 08:42:41 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346865872 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346866782 A learning environment that makes students feel warm and caring is a key link between students and what they are learning.]]> 2021-03-24 08:43:00 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346866782 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346868572 Students should be recognized for their high quality contributions to their classes, and their successes should be celebrated publicly.]]> 2021-03-24 08:43:36 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346868572 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346873011 Parents should be required to be a part of their child's learning.  When paying fees a yearly contract that requires their engagement should be entered into by all parties.  Some parents need to be taught encouraged the understand what parent involvement is about at NISC.]]> 2021-03-24 08:44:55 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346873011 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346877837 Teachers should be given the funding/support to better their own practice in ways they see fit. (in conjunction with leadership).  Leadership should have an open minds towards supporting teachers in their journey.]]> 2021-03-24 08:46:37 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346877837 elizabeth_delos_reyes https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346878935 ATLs need to be applied ]]> 2021-03-24 08:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346878935 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346882897 Differentiated teaching occurs when a teacher plans a lesson that adjusts either the content being discussed, the process used to learn or the product expected from students to ensure that learners at different starting points can receive the instruction they need to grow and succeed.]]> 2021-03-24 08:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346882897 miracleshanshen https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346888171 Project-based teaching and learning]]> 2021-03-24 08:50:08 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346888171 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346890421 Given that most parents are community leaders, an effort should be made to create a database of their backgrounds then find strategic ways to include them.(field trips/guest speakers/internships). This is important given how many of our students will follow in their families footsteps.]]> 2021-03-24 08:50:52 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346890421 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346890778 We need to further develop our understanding and exploration of STEAM and how it fits into pedagogy]]> 2021-03-24 08:50:59 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346890778 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346898428 Positive approaches should be taken to classroom management, such as praising students for making positive choices and taking positive action within their learning. Students should be made aware, using positive or neutral language, of their actions and choices and how these impact others. Students should be taught how to reflect on their own actions.]]> 2021-03-24 08:53:39 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346898428 martyn_shadbolt https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346903697 Classrooms should be set up for student learning not for the ease of teaching eg easy access to resources, collaboration, differentiation]]> 2021-03-24 08:55:25 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346903697 craig_ziegler https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346906264 Students need to see explicit connections between what they do in class, and their lives beyond.  The PYP is a great model to help us make this happen.

]]> 2021-03-24 08:56:19 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346906264 https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346920591 The physical environment should well organized to evoke positive responses and hold the interests of those who inhabit it. It can strongly affect student morale and learning curve, so an organized plan to match it physically with target objectives and instructional approaches are needed. ]]> 2021-03-24 09:01:36 UTC https://padlet.com/martyn_shadbolt/y08uwysz7equhqob/wish/1346920591