STUDENT FINDINGS
Boys and Girls in Year 1 to Year 6 have shown improved interest and engagement in all areas of Writing. They are using the Metalanguage of the 6 + 1 Writing Traits and have used independent learning goals to enhance their individual outcomes. Majority of Year levels data now indicates that over 50% of students love writing!
TEACHER FINDINGS
We asked our teachers the following questions:
In a professional context, who do you think a coach is and what is their role?
Here are some of their responses.
In a professional context, who do you think a coach is and what is their role?
Here are some of their responses.
"A coach is someone who is willing to assist you to achieve your goal through discussions, ideas and guidance."
"Someone who is able to assist and guide others to accomplish a goal."
"A coach supports a learner in achieving a specific professional goal by providing opportunities for collaboration and constructive feedback."
"Someone who is knowledgeable on the topic of writing and has the tools to assist others who lack or who need help in this area."
"Someone who guides you, listens to you and brainstorms with you."
We also asked them:
After participating in the LNCA this year what are your perceptions of the benefits of coaching on your teaching and improving student results?
After participating in the LNCA this year what are your perceptions of the benefits of coaching on your teaching and improving student results?
"Great inspiration and helps me focus my writing time."
"It's given me the tools and strategies to improve the writing of my students. There has always been someone available to speak to and to bounce ideas off and who gives instant feedback. Been given the encouragement and acknowledgement of successes with writing in the classroom. I have personally benefited from this program."
"Having a literacy coach has helped me gain the confidence to try something new while being guided along the way. The feedback provided me with clarity and greater understanding on how to deliver my writing lessons."
"That when working collaboratively teachers can plan engaging lessons that allow students to write freely and about topics that they enjoy."
"I enjoyed the discussions and collaborating with other staff on improving student results. It allowed us time to reflect and implement strategies to improve our practice."