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What is our  core business?
recall the best lesson you ever learnt
look at the images on the table
choose an image that reminds you of that lesson
take the image and write what it is about the image that reminds you of the lesson
  The Big Byte Breakfasts are held over five weeks and each participant 'graduates' with a completed project - such as a learning object, a podcast or a teaching program, ready to implement with their students.
A sustainable process of lesson observation and study.

Open your class to four colleagues
Ask them to observe or measure certain aspects of your lesson: eg. plot engagement over time, question technique

Barriers to Change
researchers don't know what classrooms are like
teachers don't listen to and implement research
students don't tell us what they're really thinking
You have to 
start somewhere...
Meet afterwards to discuss their findings
Compile a list of learnings
One of your visiting colleagues will host the next observation
Best practice models of adult learning combined with the allure of a hot breakfast to achieve excellent professional development for teachers integrating technology in their teaching.
The Learning Project
Expensive!
Takes teachers
away from
their students
No evidence of
lasting effect
most PD
is 
"just-in-Case"
PD puzzle
PD puzzle
PD puzzle
Affinity Chart
On each sticky note write one barrier (between 2 and 5 words)
Write as many barriers as you wish
PD puzzle
When does 
PD
really 
work?
1.  Focused upon transformation, of both self and school;
2.  Collaborative, with opportunities for teachers to build authentic collegiality;
3.  Ongoing, rather than solely project-based;
4.  Capable of engaging teachers in creating knowledge about and for practice;
5.  Encompassing of opportunities for teachers to develop and hone their professional judgement.

Take photos of things that help your learning and things that get in the way of learning.
+
I
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What has caused a positive effect for me so far?
What may need to change as a result of my learning?
What questions do I have?
What are ideas for improvement, or other issues?
1.How will the implementation of ‘Click View’ (software that allows streaming of video) effect the learning of students and teachers at St Mary’s College?
2.How can we recognise and nurture the potential of gifted and talented students in the religious education subjects?
3.What transformative behaviours can the school community undertake to better embrace the Benedictine value of stewardship?
4.Does e-learning increase student engagement in religious education at St Mary’s?
5.Are we able to fulfill students expectations in year 9 Religious Education?
6.What can the College do better to increase student resilience upon entering High School?
7.How can the College’s practices and pedagogies empower students with special needs to maximise their learning and reach their full potential?

What evidence does your school have about the quality of learning and teaching?
What three change questions would you like to ask about your school?
Summary
data rich
wisdom poor
Think broadly about evidence
listen to student voices - 
even the quiet ones
support
celebrate and publish
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