An interesting read that just kept me returning to - change in pedagogy is the most important shift. At a recent 3 day conference we watched a video showing a very traditional classroom very similar to the ones in our school - this school has had maximum growth over the last ew years and it isn't because of the latest classroom design or colours in the space it is because of the learning in the space.
The teacher was using a wide variety of strategies that enabled every learner to engage and grow in through the task. He was definitely not the 'guide on the side' he was the teacher for each individual in the room. Of course lighting, movement and de-clutter has an impact but without the understanding of pedagogy the space will not have the impact needed to develop every reader the years growth they all need and deserve.
I think the key is balance - there are many ways we can adapt the spaces we have but we need to continue to adapt and improve our pedagogical content knowledge and understanding before we get trapped into the bells and whistle that may be used in the same 'traditional way' and therefore not have the impact we all desire.
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Totally agree Leanda! I am thrilled how significant the last 3 days have had on our ability to reframe this topic. My post is very similar to yours interestingly with the intentional purpose of not reading it first. Many good points brought up in this chapter but as you stated it is secondary to clear, intentional teaching.
ReplyDeleteI think I reiterated your words when I asked " Is the space that defines the pedagogy or will the pedagogy determine the use of the space?"
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