"Quality of relationships is key", says Language cell

The cell members introduced themselves as we have 3 new educators. The success of CPD depends entirely on the quality of relationships between cell members and it is imperative to establish early in the year trust, respect and a friendly yet professional group. We discussed Shayer/Piaget/Blooms etc in very broad and practical terms for the new members of the cell and outlined how the cell had functioned last year. We also reflected on the strengths and weaknesses encountered. Colleen will decide on a lesson for a Gr 9 class which we will discuss and brainstorm at next Monday’s cell meeting. She will email the broad outline of the lesson to the cell before then so cell members can come prepared with ideas, comments and observations.