Points to note:
Graeme has done the majority of the unit as that is how we have timetabled the programme.
Children have increased their knowledge quite dramatically.
We have used a wide variety of resources including electronic.
Many of our students have difficulty using internet resources effectively because of their reading abilities
They have had opportunities to learn new skills with a focus on creating good questions and improving their oral language ( retelling)
The STRIVE model we are finding too complex and difficult for children at this stage of development to use in an efficient and meaningful way. We are questioning how appropriate the full model is for year 2 and 3 children.
Is there another simpler model that would better serve their needs?
The school wide focus works well as long as there is a wide enough range of ideas for classes to run with
