28 September 2018
Nikki Urlich believes how we use learning spaces can make a difference for children and learning In this EDtalk, Nikki outlines five lessons learned while supporting schools to transition to new collaborative learning spaces. Nikki also describes some of the challenges schools face, and ways to address them.
This planning matrix has been created to assist school/centre leaders to prepare for the creation of innovative learning environments, whether as part of a re-development of an existing school/centre, or when building a new facility.
Teachers from the Kahukura cluster in Christchurch share the importance of the learning environment in promoting deep learning as a result of working in the NPDL programme. Teachers talk about connections with the key competencies, place-based curriculum and acknowledgement of the cultural narratives of schools.
Collaborative inquiry: Christchurch Girls High School: This series of videos shows how teachers are creating an environment for professional learning with collaborative inquiry at the heart.
Using team charters for collaborative practice: This story shares the process and frameworks Shirley Primary used to develop agreements to support collaborative teams.
Space and resources: This playlist features Australian thought leader Julia Atkin discussing how space and resources can be developed to enhance outcomes for teachers and students.