The Parent-Teacher Project 43. What Is Deep Learning in the Classroom?
Feb 16, 2022
Teresa Barry, a primary school teacher at Montgrove College, dives into the world of Deep Learning. She discusses how this transformative approach focuses on developing competencies like collaboration and communication. Teresa highlights the benefits for classroom management and building a positive environment. She shares insights on implementing collaborative projects and nurturing essential skills across educational levels. Listeners will learn about the impact of Deep Learning on student engagement and personal growth, fostering a sense of leadership and responsibility.
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Deep Learning Core Competencies
- Deep Learning is an international approach focusing on six key competencies: character, citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity, and creative thinking.
- It encourages diving deeper into topics while building essential life skills in students.
Collaborative Picture Book Project
- Teresa's class worked collaboratively to create picture books with support from a local author and an artist via Zoom.
- This project helped students understand how words and pictures evoke emotion while practicing teamwork.
Teach Age-Appropriate Collaboration
- Use specific collaboration skills like turn-taking and respectful communication suited to the students’ developmental level.
- Help students learn to compromise and find solutions through guided discussions and role-plays.