Professional Learning
Cognitive Coaching
At the heart of Cognitive CoachingSM is the concept that each of us has resources that enable us to grow and change from within. Costa and Garmston call these resources (also referred to as capacities or energy sources) "States of Mind." It is the States of Mind that the coach mediates, allowing the person to use her inner resources more effectively. There are five States of Mind: consciousness, efficacy, flexibility, craftsmanship and interdependence. Training course are offered in two 4 day. To apply see the Cognitive Coaching registration form (PDF - 285Kb).
The Australian National Schools Network (ANSN) has a long, successful history in school reform and improvement. One aspect of this is their work on Cognitive Coaching. For more information see: Cognitive Coaching - Australian National Schools Network (http://www.ansn.edu.au/projects/cognitive_coaching).
Habits of Mind (http://www.habitsofmind.org) - There is a growing network of schools across Australia and New Zealand working collaboratively as part of the Habits of Mind Hub. If you are interested in professional learning in relation to the Habits of Mind, and would like to join a National network of schools working with the Habits please have a look at this flyer: Introducing Habits of Mind to the Classroom (PDF - 394Kb).
Assessment Professional Learning Modules - Module 4 Assessment AS Learning
Assessment as learning occurs when students reflect on and monitor their progress to inform their future learning goals. This module explores: planning for 'assessment as learning'; the link between learning goals, motivation and assessment; involving students in the assessment process through reflection, self assessment and peer assessment strategies; and how metacognition is supported when students set and monitor their learning goals.