PLUS
Schools focus on excellence in teaching and learning. With appropriate supports for students and teachers in place, teachers are able to provide high quality learning opportunities and strengthen outcomes for every student. SchoolPLUS includes the full actualization of Saskatchewans Core Curriculum to meet the diverse needs of all children. Through an array of effective instructional and assessment practices, educators support students in realizing their full potential as successful learners. (Saskatchewan Learning, 2002)
30 minutes Resources/Materials Blue poster paper, fish and boulders cut out. 3-4 fish and 3-4 boulders for each group.
Process
This activity gives people a chance to identify the perceived barriers and supports as they adapt or expand the curriculum in response to individual student learning needs. This is a quick, creative way to stimulate thought and to get a visual and balanced view of the change.
Resources/Materials Markers
15 minutes
Closing:
Individual participants reflect on their teaching practices for the purpose of identifying one thing they are going to do to move the classroom learning toward learning excellence. In addition, staff members identify possible and useful resources and supports both human and other.
Resources for teachers: Stewart Resources Centre Evergreen Curriculum Saskatchewan Learning website
DTP 8000-06