Learner: Jona             Learning Coach: Abby Morgan         Date: 16 February 2015

Learning Area: Math

Learning Observed

Our Math focus was about learning and following directions - forwards, backwards, left and right. To help develop these we played a game of direction freeze! In this activity the learners had to move as directed by the leader. To ensure inclusivity and develop our ability we included the use of New Zealand Sign Language. Jona was able to follow the directions and then volunteered to be our leader. He incorporated both New Zealand Sign Language and Vocal directions.

Evidence of learning

Jona Math Direction Click the link above to watch the YouTube video of Jona using New Zealand Sign Language to direct the game of ‘Direction Freeze’!

Key Competencies/Vision Principles

Jona was developing his confidence to interact with others by applying the Key Competency of relating to others. During this time Jona was using both his voice and his ability to use Sign Language. He was also applying the school vision principles of being connected by begin to develop important relationships with others in our Habitat.

Next Learning Steps

Extend Jona’s knowledge of combination directions Introduce Jona to map reading skills