RPI Day 4 Reflection

 

What did I learn that increased my understanding of the kaupapa and pedagogy of the Manaiakalani Reading Programme?

I learned more about the framework for small group reading instruction and how important explicit teaching, modelling, scaffolding, and discussion are in reading. I also liked learning more about the comprehension taxonomy and the different types of questions we can ask students.

What did I learn that could improve my capability and confidence in teaching reading?

I learned better ways to observe reading using the Learning to Reading (LtR) tool instead of going around the group one by one. I liked the idea of students reading quietly while I listen in and make notes using the fluency rubric and modelling book. This helped me think more about what to notice during reading. I also loved the exemplars and templates provided for us to follow as it makes preparing teaching slides much easier.

What did I learn that could be used with my learners?

I loved the fluency rubric because students can clearly see where they are at and what they need to work on. I also liked the “response-to-text” follow-up activities and the questioning examples linked to the taxonomy. It was a good reminder to build conversations instead of just asking lots of questions. The ideas for creating a digital modelling book and what to include in it were also really helpful and useful. 

What did I learn that could be shared within my wider community, with either colleagues, or whānau/aiga?

I could share the fluency rubric, observation ideas, and questioning strategies with colleagues. I also loved the resource room provided for practice ideas and activities that could be used with learners or shared with whānau/aiga to support reading at home.