What is lesson study? Clear T&L research focus 1870’s Action research
What does it look like?
Joint plan Identify focus MANY observe STUDENTS Post-lesson discussion
Rationale 30% more decisions See 5% of interactions Evidence based Focused
The Process
Joint Planning Data based Identify area of learning or pedagogy Kyozaikenkyu –research teaching materials possible problems Case pupils
Teaching the lesson High levels of discussion NO HELPING! Use pupils
Observing the lesson Focused on students NO HELPING! Journey of students
Post-lesson discussion Chair Focus on research topic Assess impact Consider revisions Koshi - Expert other
How does it work as CPD? Clear focus None threatening observation and discussion Evidence based Post-lesson focuses on CPD focus Refine a lesson Findings shared Develop or refine pedagogical approach.
What have we done? Developing students process skills in maths through problem solving IMPULS / UoN / Bowland – Visitors 6 Research lessons Observed others Alliance Maths Network
What is next? Work with IMPULS / UoN / Nuffield on sustainable models More research lessons Lesson study as follow up to summer observations Lesson study CPD package for next academic year TLC at Redhill next academic year