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LEARNING
& TEACHING DOCUMENT
Policy Statement
BASIC BELIEF
It is the policy of the Myrtleford Primary School that learning and
teaching practices should improve the quality of learning for all
students in the school. The school aims to provide each student with
a range of
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learning experiences and an environment which will:
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Assist them to improve their own learning
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Promote excellence in learning
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Develop their self-esteem, confidence and independence,
and
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Enable them to prepare for effective participation
in a changing society
GUIDELINES
We believe that:
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All students want to learn and are capable of
learning
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A curriculum which is comprehensive and gender
inclusive will extend and develop the abilities of each student
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Learning can be best fostered in a socially
supportive environment free from all forms of discrimination
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Students come from different backgrounds and
learn at different rates and in different ways
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All students are capable of success
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Student self-esteem and confidence are central
to student learning, and
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Students need regular feedback about their learning
performance in order to improve their learning
Learning and teaching strategies will:
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Involve students as active participants, both
in the planning and organisation of their studies, and in the
evaluation of their learning
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Assist students progressively to take responsibility
for their own learning
MYRTLEFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL:
- Offer students opportunities for success and motivate them to
continue learning
- Cater for different rates and styles of learning
- Build confidence in the use of inquiry processes, risk taking,
problem solving techniques, cooperative learning and creative activities
- Build upon students previous knowledge, understandings, interests
and experiences
- Enable students to apply their knowledge and skills in real life
and practical situations
- Build and support student self-esteem and confidence
- Promote equal opportunities for all students and in particular
encourage gender equity
- Enhance cooperation and support between:
- Students and their peers
- Students and teachers
- Parents, students and teachers
- The school and the wider community
- Enhance the quality of relationships between student and teacher
BASIS FOR DISCRETION
This policy may be varied by the Principal should the
need arise.
Principal: Huw Derwentsmith Postal
Address: PO Box 276 Myrtleford Vic 3737
Email: myrtleford.ps@edumail.vic.gov.au
Site Admin: Prince Street Myrtleford
Phone: 03 5752 1174
Fax: 03
5751 1174
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