Why have I identified this as an important focus for me?
I usually find that more time could be spent for students to work on follow up activities from the lesson taught and lack of this impacts the students outcome and stretches a lesson to carry over more days than expected. This area of focus is relevant because there is a lot going on in my syndicate with a small window for teaching times. It is crucial to make the most of the learning times provided each day. In order to know that I am on track I would want to see at least 2 lessons in each learning area being taught each week.
What initial steps forward am I going to commit to and why have I identified these as my first steps?
Setting time markers in my planning to help me to stay on track. This is to increase my awareness of how much time I am spending on certain parts of my lesson. It will also help me to reflect by asking " Did I spend enough time in this area? Did I spend too long? etc. There will be times where feedback from students will inform me if I need to spend more time in a particular area. For the most part, setting time frames will help me to stay on track. Collecting student voice after lessons will help to inform me about how to plan future lessons.
How, by focusing on this, do I propose to contribute to and influence Student Achievement Outcomes?
By focusing on this I will maximise the opportunity to learn for the students. I will learn how to identify what will make the most impact and how to make the most out of the time I have to work with. Student efficacy will inform me if I am on the right track and results of both formative and summative assessments.
Who may I need support and assistance from and what might that look like as I look ahead to achieving success?
Student Voice will to help inform me if I am on the right track. Observations from my colleagues will help guide the direction that I take next in helping me to achieve this goal. Consistent reflection of my teaching practice will also assist in the success of reaching my goal.
What are your thoughts? What strategies do you use to make the most out of the time frame given for your lessons?