Coming to an End

As the final days of teacher training take place, I am seeing much growth in the faculty over the week. We introduced a standards-based unit and lesson planning format today. Having used this type of planning process with thousands of teachers in America, I can truthfully say, I have never worked with a group that is so willing to try something new. Additionally, while some struggled, most were able to complete a unit plan and some individual daily lesson plans during the day today.

Some plans were just beginning to show the touch of best practices and strategies, while others were well on their way to producing highly effective and engaging learning for pupils.

Tomorrow, we will finish the work with assessment and reflection, and then hit the road for America. It seems like we have been here no time at all, and also forever, as we have made many real friends among the staff, and receive kindness everywhere we go.

This is a photo of teachers engaged in conversation during planning time.