Pre-task: Share something Share something you learned about pedagogy and/or pedagogic research from the item you chose, and any questions it raised for you.
I read the study: The Higher Education Academy – Annual Conference 2009 ‘It Wasn’t Just a Fashion Show- Demystifying the Myth of HE institutions and Non-Traditional Learners’ My main pedagogical takeaways are as listed below;
- The Pygmalion Effect
- Inclusive learning
- Widening participation
I enjoyed reading this piece, it was a pleasant eye opener that teaching from a place of, love, passion and compassion can never be outdated. The conclusion in particular sums why the program was so successful. When I think of teachers that have influenced me in the past they all share deep passion area of the specialty and they have all been very personable and interested in motivated and encouraging me to reach my full potential. They led with compassion first.
“In conclusion, the programme of learning highlighted what can be achieved if there is homogeny and consistent levels of attainable goals and achievement within the curriculum, particularly in relation to the widening participation agenda. Expectations and particularly ‘high expectations’ of learning have been discussed as one of the key factors in the accomplishments of the students and staff involved. This in turn, promotes motivation and the learners will more than likely stay the course. HIGH EXPECTATIONS> MOTIVATION> RETENTION> CONFIDENCE Confidence and self belief is an underrated commodity, but once instilled can remail for life.”
The Higher Education Academy – Annual Conference 2009 ‘It Wasn’t Just a Fashion Show- Demystifying the Myth of HE institutions and Non-Traditional Learners’
Interesting questions from the todays session:
In a context of social justice pedagogy, a big question is looking into ‘who holds the power’ and who owns/has access to resources with which to instigate change? This could refer back to the question on classroom layout. It also draws to mind perhaps having some sort of inclusive practice manifesto that will allow students to be able to share with humility in a safe space. What would that safe classroom space look and sound like…?
How do we balance the inclusion of different lived experience with the collective benefit of diversity? Students stepping back respectfully rather than engaging with decolonising curriculum activities, placing workload on those with lived experience. Briefs addressing locale, external perspective, cultural diversity. The notion of stepping back to me should be eradicated for the prime reason that it should be a point of growth to soak in knowledge, there should be some sort of symbiotic relations with discussions that allow people to share without feeling embarrassed or worried. Questions can always be asked in a respectful manner. Curiosity should always be celebrated. How can this be monitored in a way that allows for a safe space to discuss would be something to be explored
Very interesting questions posed in the session, lots of pedagogic themes to explore.