How do we curate spaces to cultivate curiosity yet showcase the 鈥渕essiness of learning? In this two day series, Jessica Vance will guide you through the foundational tenets of data collection, evidencing and authentic documentation of learning leveraging space as a third teacher. From outdoor learning to the walls that line our hallways and classrooms, we鈥檒l investigate the purpose of the 鈥渢hird teacher鈥 and how making and keeping thinking visible harnesses the agency and ownership of all learners in our communities. Far from Pinterest worthy walls and displays, both inquiry leaders and classroom teachers will compare and contrast inquiry schools around the globe reflecting on the ways the pedagogy of constructivism and our own values are reflected in our spaces.
The following essential questions will be explored during this session:
- How do we authentically plan and gather authentic evidence?
- How can learning walls support a richer assessment practice?
- What greater impact does this documentation practice have on deeper learning?
- In what ways can learning walls support competency development alongside our curriculum and content?
- How can learning walls be the vehicle to encourage student agency and engage Students?
With a professional teaching and leadership background in both the private and public international schools (IB PYP Educator & PYP Coordinator), Jessica brings a unique perspective to her role as Enrichment & Environment Coordinator at the school in Austin, Texas.
For more information and registration, please visit the Chapters International website here.