Thursday, 18 June 2026

Teaching inquiry


 Based on my reflections from the Vosaic video, 

Create a class that provides students with more opportunities to think, share, and lead their own learning. Instead of doing most of the talking, I am focusing on listening more carefully and allowing students extra time to think before answering questions. By giving students more "thinking time," they can build confidence, share their own ideas, and explain their learning in their own words. I am also making a conscious effort not to jump in too quickly with answers or finish students' thoughts for them. This helps students become more independent, take ownership of their learning, and feel safe to learn from both their successes and their mistakes.



Pasifika@Manaiakalani Conference

Our keynote speaker this morning was David Riley, a teacher in South Auckland and a children's writer.  I had the opportunity to hear f...