WAG - CURRICULUM
Executive Summary
The WAG discussed the following points;
- Curriculum as a political tool / big picture - Where are we going? - Effective messaging for Media, Ministry, Boards, and communities is required.
- Implementation of curriculum change - Clarity of implementation timelines, maths resource selection (providers and timelines), updated maths curriculum
- Support - PLD & Learners - Provision of ongoing support and PLD for all kura
- Assessment uncertainty - status quo schools, ‘guess the next steps’
Next steps
The WAG will;
- Seek guidance regarding assessment tools, processes and timeframes
- Gather data and evidence to prove or disprove Minister or Ministry statements.
- Seek clarity on possibility of national testing.
- Seek clarity and resolution on phonics checks (SDP uploads, privacy of teacher)
- Survey APPA members about maths resources
- Present solutions for script based delivery of PLD with a specific focus on Understand, Know, Do model