Whole Class Teaching
Whole class teaching provides a way to get a concept or idea over to the whole group and can be used for every subject, from maths to art. For example, if the teacher wants to introduce colour mixing, she may give
Whole Class Teaching
Whole class teaching provides a way to get a concept or idea over to the whole group and can be used for every subject, from maths to art. For example, if the teacher wants to introduce colour mixing, she may give a simple demonstration first, and then have a discussion with the whole class, after which the children can go off to experiment for themselves. Some will get on straight away, doing wonderful things, recording their results etc. while others may have difficulties that require the teacher's help. What is important is that all children enjoy the process. In this way the teacher can use their time more effectively; allowing some children to progress on their own, while giving additional help, encouragement, and support to those who might need it.
HighScope is a method developed in America in a study called the `Perry Preschool Study´carried out from 1962-1967 and the HighScope Study through age 40 (2005). The system was proven to postively encourage independant learning skills, team building skills and a postive influence on long term education. In brief the child plans their own sesion from the activities set out in the environment, (how they do this is age related and the information is in the groups section), the children can and do change their mind and this is fine as it re-inforce the descion making progress.This choosing has two main functions re-inforcincg childrens decision making skills which are vital to early learninig and allowing children to learn in their own style. It also helps children understand they have an impact on their world.
The teachers role is to make sure the children have a balanced day and have the full experiance of our system. Our teachers will ass