Rationale for using the Diaries

The diaries can be used to support both teaching and learning.

How can they help pupils learning?

Use of the diaries:

• encourages pupils to take more responsibility for their learning and set their own targets;
• makes explicit to pupils what they are going to learn;
• supports pupils to reflect on the individual lesson content and demonstrate what they have learned
• provides a framework for regular feedback from the teacher;
• helps pupils to reflect on how effectively they have been as learners throughout the unit.

How can they help with teaching?

Use of the diaries:

• assists with planning the unit of work;
• helps teachers to teach to the framework objectives;
• helps teachers to maintain focus and pace throughout the unit;
• supports monitoring of pupils' progress and informs future planning;
• provides a simple format for teachers to mark pupils' work and provide feedback;
• informs teachers' annual summative assessment.

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