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This article discusses the use of the Lesson Study model to improve guided reasoning skills in high achieving students. It explores the structure of the activity, the role of the teacher, and the value of the activity for both the learner and the teacher. The article also provides insights on improving practice and progression through Lesson Study.
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Using the Lesson Study model to develop guided reasoning with higher achieving pupils. St. Michael with St. John
Reflecting on guided group activity • How was the activity structured? • What was the role of the teacher? • What was the value of the activity for both the learner and the teacher?
Reflecting on guided group activity • The teacher has a key role in promoting interaction and dialogue and developing the use of mathematical language to explain and reason. • It provides opportunities for the children and teachers to engage in sustained mathematical dialogue. • It provides opportunities for assessment including active observation to gain information and take action. • It gives pupils the opportunity to follow lines of enquiry suggested during the activity.
How does Lesson Study Work? Group agreement as to the intended focus of the lesson study Plan together Teach the lesson and observe the learning Review the lesson and its impact on the pupils Revise and adjust the lesson Extrapolate and share findings
Planning the Lesson Study Conducting the Study Lesson Discussion with the children Evaluating the Lesson Study Lesson Study In Action
Time to plan your lesson study. Focus: Guided reasoning with higher achieving pupils.
Next steps…….. There will be a staff meeting in Summer 2 where each pair of teachers will be given a 10 minute slot to share their findings from the Lesson Study. You may wish to bring examples of your planning, samples of work and photographs to share with colleagues.