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Crucial issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education: Is it a level playing field? A series of propositions to stimulate energetic discussion around issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Series One. All children should be treated equally.
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Crucial issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education: Is it a level playing field? A series of propositions to stimulate energetic discussion around issues in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Series One
All children should be treated equally Discussion Points: • Equity or Equality • Individual student academic need • Appropriate curriculum • Cultural background • Social and behavioural need • So do we treat all students the same ?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students learn best in practical sessions Discussion Points: Learning styles Teaching methods Individual differences Generalisations Cultural awareness Do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students have a generic preferred learning style ?
All Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students should be on Personalised Learning Plans Discussion Points: • PLP , ILP or IEP • Individual needs • 3 way connections • Goal Setting • Classroom engagement • Cultural awareness