Apologies for my absence, I like to update weekly but I’ve been so busy. The fortunate side of this is I now have loads to share! Specifically, I have this book that was recommended to me by a teacher at a recent seminar.
“THE BIG FOUR”
Jane E. Pollock’s “Improving Student Learning: One Teacher at a Time” builds off of the old saying, “When reading, think like a writer. And when writing, think like a reader.” by applying it to the Teacher/Student relationship.
Pollock offers a structure she calls “The Big Four” to build a learning program that is centered around student achievements.
1. Clearly articulated curriculum, benchmarks, and learning targets
2. Purposeful instructional planning and delivery
3. Purposeful and varied assessment, tied to learning targets
4. Record-keeping and reporting that allow for timely and meaningful feedback that is based on specific criteria
This user friendly book has lots to offer teachers working to differentiate curriculum based on research based best practice. I hope you enjoy the book and feel free to let me know what you think!
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