4 Schools Conference – Thursday 4th February Donaldson Curriculum 4 Schools Conference – Thursday 4th February

Getting Everyone Started Donaldson Curriculum Getting Everyone Started

What do you know about the Donaldson Curriculum?

Four Purposes Ambitious capable learners, ready to learn throughout their lives Enterprising creative contributors, ready to play a full part in life and work Ethical, informed citizens of Wales and the world; and Healthy, confident individuals, ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society

Cross-curricular Responsibilities

Areas of Learning and Experience

Pedagogy What is pedagogy? Discuss. The principles/methods/practice/theory of teaching.

Pedagogy Donaldson has 12 Pedagogical Principles. What are the top 12 Pedagogical Principles at our school?

Donaldson Pedagogy Donaldson 12 Pedagogical Principles Match the 12 paragraphs to the 12 Pedagogical Principles. Overall Purpose Mind-set and power of effort Blended Teaching Deepening Thinking: critical and creative Building on prior learning and Engagement Meaningful and authentic AfL Making powerful connections Cross-curricular expectations Learning Atonomy (Learning to Learn) Positive Relationships Collaboration

Donaldson Pedagogy 12 Pedagogical Principles How closely do our12 Pedagogical Principles match Donaldson 12 Pedagogical Principles? Overall Purpose Mind-set and power of effort Blended Teaching Deepening Thinking: critical and creative Building on prior learning and Engagement Meaningful and authentic AfL Making powerful connections Cross-curricular expectations Learning Atonomy (Learning to Learn) Positive Relationships Collaboration

Donaldson Pedagogy Audit In groups, evaluate where we are as a school for 3 of the principles? What are our strengths and areas for improvement for each principle? Grade our school from 1-10 for each principles. Feedback to the rest of the team.

Next Session Devise an action plan for the top 3 areas in need of improvement.

Curriculum for Wales

Curriculum for Wales