Out of all of the days so far, I have connected with this one the most. I didn't expect to feel this way, however, I can see many ways that our school wide approach to process drama in literacy directly connects with this approach.
During Dorothy's presentation she highlighted how important Critical Literacy and Higher Order Thinking was in teaching the Cybersmart programme. I really connected with the notion that we encourage our learners to demonstrate a healthy level of skepticism.
I'm not so sure about SOLO as I have had very little to do with this, thus far.
One thing I was really looking forward to finding out more about, when I signed up for this course, was the use of provocations to trigger extended conversations. I'm very interested in using these to stir up emotions, trigger reactions and get the learners expressing some opinions. Although this is something our learners do with process drama experiences, I want to go deeper with them. It's quite a natural fit. Note to self: Make sure the protocols for discussion are VERY clear before stirring the pot!
I personally LOVE getting my learners to discuss and debate issues in my class. I'm looking forward to seeing how some of the activities work with my class.
Kia ora Regan
ReplyDeleteWelcome back to the Reading Practice Intensive for Term 3 and thank you for sharing your reflections of Day 7: Thinking! We are super pleased to read that ‘Thinking’ has been one of your favourite content days. I agree that the importance of reading “beyond the surface” is so important for building student capability as critical and discerning readers. I hope you found the templates, activities and approaches beneficial for engaging students in strategic, higher order thinking about texts, and text sets.
I certainly agree that ‘provocation’ can be an engaging way of emphasising (and taking) different positions and perspectives as means of reading critically. Sounds like you are really looking forward to ‘playing devil’s advocate’ with your class!
All the very best for your coaching sessions with Kiri and your practice implementations.
Nga mihi
Naomi
For the RPI Facilitation Team
Hi Regan, I love the point you make about embedding the discussion protocols before 'stirring the pot' (great use of idiom!) but also much needed to ensure the positive, thoughtful and respectful interactions we aim for. Catch up soon. Kiri
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