Education Queensland recently launched a major focus on the teaching and learning framework for schools. Key to the framework is connecting with learners and connecting learners to relevant and meaningful learning experiences.
Merrimac State School uses the following guiding principles in developing its teaching and learning framework:
- Values and beliefs
- Professional learning and leadership
- Procedures, practices and strategies
- Core systemic principles:
- Student-centred planning
- High expectations
- Alignment of curriculum, pedagogy and assessment
- Evidence-based decision making
- Targeted and scaffolded instruction
- Safe, supportive, connected and inclusive learning environments