Teaching & Learning

ASC VISION FOR LEARNING

The ASC has formed a Working Party to help identify a clear Vision for Learning in ASC schools. The key objective of the Working Party is to consult and determine a Vision for Learning which articulates a unified set of values and beliefs which will drive learning culture in ASC schools. The Working Party met in November, with a representative from every school presenting on teaching and learning culture at their school. The aim was to seek agreement on the values and beliefs central to our vision for learning, as well as an understanding of the gap between current performance and target performance across the system. Working party members worked in small groups to consider and understand the current teaching and learning environment in each school as well as their aspirations in this space. The Group focussed on common factors across the different school communities.

A key finding is our shared belief that at the heart of learning lies the pursuit of spiritual, ethical, intellectual, vocational, and relational flourishing. That is is essential to embrace a commitment to excellence in every classroom for every student so that each student grows in wisdom – the ability to apply what is known in virtuous action for good. The consultation process will continue during Term 4 with the objective of reaching agreement on a shared vision in 2023.

SAVE THE DATE

All educators – 2023 Guest Speakers ASC Guest Speakers in Term 1

“Everyone needs to be able to talk data” - Dr Selena Fisk

Date: Tuesday 7 March 2023, 9am-3pm Cost: $200 per participant This professional learning day aims to build participants’ skills and awareness of effective use of data and empower them to know the numbers and use this knowledge to target teaching and learning so that data is used for the benefit of all students.

“Inviting Students to be in the world in a different way” - Matthew Gorton (Quiz Worx) Date: Monday 27 February 2023, 8am-3pm This professional learning day aims to better equip teachers of religious studies in ASC schools to use narratives to invite students to see the world in a different way. It would be ideal for teachers who are unsure how to use Biblical narratives in the classroom or are seeking fresh ideas to enable them to do this in a fresh and engaging way. If you are a Primary teacher who has struggled to find your ‘grove’ teaching Religious Studies, this day will provide you with practical strategies and new ideas. For more information about system-wide teaching and learning initiatives please contact Penelope Russell at prussell@ascschools.edu.au