Towards pupil-centred learning; what benefits can ‘thinking-partners’ and ‘two stars and a wish’ have upon the setting of realistic and attainable goals for individual learners
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August 7, 2021Towards pupil-centred learning; what benefits can ‘thinking-partners’ and ‘two stars and a wish’ have upon the setting of realistic and attainable goals for individual learners
Example education dissertation topic 12:
Towards pupil-centred learning; what benefits can ‘thinking-partners’ and ‘two stars and a wish’ have upon the setting of realistic and attainable goals for individual learners
Cumulatively, ‘thinking-partners’ and ‘two stars and a wish’ enable pupils to take a more proactive and dynamic approach towards their own educational achievement. The former involves peer group teaching and assistance whereas the later, in contrast to more traditional approaches of marking, gives specific targets for future improvement. Evaluating pupils perceptions | (along with those of seasoned practitioners) this dissertation evaluates the pedagogical theories behind both techniques through actual classroom observations and interviews – thereby synthesising theory with practical application.
Suggested initial topic reading:
- Moon, B. and Mayes, A. S. (1994) Teaching and learning in the secondary school. London: Routledge.
- Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (2007) National Curriculum 2007. London: QCA.
- Torrance, H. and Pryor, J. (2001) ‘Developing formative assessment in the classroom: Using research to explore and modify theory’, University of Sussex British Educational Research Journal, Vol. 27(5), pp. 615-631.
