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Narrative Assessment - Maths - 17 March 2016

Learner:  James                Learning Coach: Megan Croll             Date: 17 March 2016

Learning Area:   Maths

Learning Observed

Today the Learners were learning to add two numbers together by finding the biggest number, then adding on the smallest number.  We tried to work out the problem by imaging the number in our head, then used a number line to check how many jumps we needed to do to find the sum.

Evidence of learning

James was able to identify the biggest number in the problem (6), then rewrite the problem by putting the biggest number first.   James then draw a number line to help solve the problem.

Key Competencies/Vision Principles

James is developing his Capabilities in Maths by learning this addition strategy.  With some support, he was able to work by himself and use equipment correctly to solve a problem (Managing Self and Thinking).  James is able to form his numbers correctly and understands number ordering up to 20 (Using Language, Symbols and Text).

Next Learning Steps

Practise this strategy with addition to 20, then extend to bigger numbers, e.g. 7+22= Teach this strategy to another Learner Share his learning with home

Narrative Assessment - Reading - 17 March 2016

Learner:   James                   Learning Coach:  Megan Croll               Date:  17 March 2016

Learning Area: Literacy - Reading

Learning Observed

Today James completed a PM Benchmark Reading Assessment with me and read a Red Level 4 text.  He held the book correctly and maintained correct one-to-one matching between spoken and printed words.  James answered all the comprehension questions accurately.

Evidence of learning

James scored 84% on word accuracy with 14 errors and 1 self-correction.  He used the pictures to try make sense of the story and the initial letter to sound out unfamiliar words, e.g. comes (cat).   I wonder if he is listening to himself as he reads to make sure what he is reading makes sense.

Key Competencies/Vision Principles

James is developing his Capabilities in Reading and is starting to Think more about what he is reading to ensure that it makes sense.  He is increasing his ability to recognise more high frequency words (Using Language, Symbols and Text) and tries to Connect what he is reading to his own life experiences.

Next Learning Steps

Think about what he has read to check that it makes sense Learn more high frequency words Read to someone everyday at home