Numeracy

A Maths Lesson at ENPS

‍‍Daily Review: Retrieval Practices Teachers develop and plan review tasks of previously learnt content that allow for strong retention of skills and knowledge in long-term memory

‍Lesson Introduction: Activating Prior Knowledge Teachers spark interest to engage students to think mathematically, practice known concepts, connect to previous learning and build foundational skills. Lesson learning intentions are introduced and consistently referred to during the lesson

‍Explicit Instruction: Concept and Skill DevelopmentTeachers present the new learning, identifying main ideas, key vocabulary and clear definition. They follow a gradual release of responsibility model;

‍‘I do’: teachers model procedures using ‘think aloud’. New material is presented in small steps using examples and non-examples 

‘We do’: Guided Practice: teachers provide multiple opportunities for students to engage in the learning and practice the skill. They provide timely feedback, cues and prompts to help focus students on how to improve and master the skill. They Check for Understanding and reteach if needed.

‍You do: Independent Practice: Students apply what they have  learned with minimal teacher support, taking greater responsibility for their learning to build fluency and mastery. Teachers monitor student progress, provide feedback and opportunities to solidify understanding. This allows for transfer and application of skills to new contexts. Teachers differentiate learning tasks to cater for novice to expert learners, enabling all students to extend their knowledge and demonstrate mastery.
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With the provision of a carefully balanced and structured classroom program in mathematics, the number of students requiring additional assistance will be minimised. However, it is recognised that some students will require additional support.  A process for providing additional assistance includes identification strategies, the establishment of home-school support groups, the development of Individual Learning Improvement Plans, the planning of appropriate teaching programs, and a process for reviewing student progress at regular intervals.