Friday, 5 July 2024

RPI: 3 Text Selection

Today’s class focussed on selecting texts for learners. When asked - Do we know where our learners are achieving in reading and what their next steps are? I felt like I dont know where to go now or what their next steps are so this has prompted me to take a deep dive into what this can look like. Today we had a conversation about grouping tamariki, and how this can impact their learning. It was interesting to have vulnerable conversations about the challenges we face with grouping students. I know it's not easy to decide how to. Windows, mirrors and sliding doors as an analogy to discuss the importance of diversity in books, so children can see reflections of themselves - but windows to look through and see other worlds. I love the fact that I am coming to RPI and learning about how I can offer more rich reading experiences for tamariki in my classroom. The picture below shows some considerations to grouping.

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3 comments:

  1. Maria Krausse5 July 2024 at 15:23

    Kia ora Hinemoana,
    I love the vulnerable conversations you describe. What a gift to be able to have those conversations safely.
    Ngā mihi,
    Maria

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  2. Naomi5 July 2024 at 18:12

    Kia ora Hinemoana

    I’m so pleased that you were able to have some great conversations around grouping today and that you have identified areas for deeper reflection, and some support. I look forward to us meeting in the break to collaborate together on identifying those next steps you mention, and choosing appropriate texts for groups to advance those next steps.

    See you on Thursday and have a fabulous weekend!

    Nga mihi
    Naomi R.
    Literacy Facilitator - Manaiakalani Reading Practice Intensive

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  3. Amie @ Manaiakalani8 August 2024 at 19:58

    Kia ora Hinemoana,
    It's wonderful to read that this was a thought-provoking day. Yes I agree, it's wonderful to have those important conversations about the significance of the decisions around grouping our learners - as well as the challenge that this presents. I wonder if you've experimented with any of these potential combinations or changes for groupings?
    I look forward to seeing you for our next session together.
    Ngā mihi,

    Amie @ the Manaiakalani Reading Practice Intensive

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