Term 1 Inquiry Presentation

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  1. Dave Winter2 April 2017 at 15:30

    Hey Mia I really enjoyed reading this inquisitive look into developing knowledge and your new take on this. The need for context and learners to understand why rather than simple rote/repeat made me think. I wonder too given that repetition with context does work if some repetition is more effective than others. Do visuals, rhythms and the fun factor help. It would be interesting to test partner work and learner made DLOs for impact. Thanks Mia really enjoying this would love to find out more when I am at Pt England.

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