Kendel Ward

Primary Teacher in Training🍎

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@jesse_richards So interesting! I have recently learnt that most towns’ swimming pools are dedicated as war memorials. There are so many historic sites and memorials that we often don’t know about in our towns!

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

By ensuring that students feel a sense of belonging, they’re engagement & enthusiasm towards learning will improve dramatically. Here are some thoughtful strategies to develop strong relationships between students and teachers.#ClassroomCommunity #UoNTeach https://t.co/ZTRJtsWylX

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

This professional learning program would be SO beneficial for teachers to learn about our Nation’s First people and their culture in depth. Do you know of any other professional learning programs designed to teach cultural awareness and knowledge?https://t.co/Qf0NcImUZs #UoNTeach

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@PheebsxXx Could not agree more Pheobe!

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

Some great ideas for avoiding negative experiences with group work activities in the classroom! #UoNTeach

[edutopia @edutopia]

Unequal contribution, discomfort for introverts and difficulty in grading are just a few common pitfalls of group work. How do you avoid them? https://t.co/jjd0hAvNYw

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@jmbar294 Yes so true! These simple strategies & ideas could make the biggest differences & hopefully make group work a positive experience for all involved.

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@teaching_miss_h Could not agree more! Very authentic learning that gave the local Dunghutti students a strong sense of culture & proudness! Both Indigenous & non-indigenous students thoroughly enjoyed it. Not to mention my grandmother loved it too! ☺️

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@ashleeprice912 Definitely an important skill to develop! In the 21st century, we can expect that most people will either travel, work or live out of their hometown or overseas, so its vital that students learn to accept, value & respect cultural differences in order to interact respectfully.

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

Students can develop intercultural understanding through the use of ICT, as it allows students to be exposed to different cultures around the world by accessing various websites, blogs, Skype & even emails. How else can students interact with other young people globally?#UoNTeach

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

Strong cultural identity enables one to feel proud. For Aboriginal Australians, language is important for maintaining strong cultural connections. This map shows over 780 languages & includes links to ideas for teaching Australia’s first languages across the curriculum. #UoNTeach

[Jack Peters @JackPet36913706]

This is a fantastic educational resource as it allows individuals to interact and explore multiple Indigenous languages across the map of Australia. What language is used in your local area? #UoNTeach https://t.co/xkyJm6UasA

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

Such a useful resource to encourage acceptance and appreciate diversity! There are some great classroom activities outlined in this resource to help stop students from stereotyping & improve relationships between students. #UoNTeach #BullyingNoWay

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

Australia is one of the most multi-cultured countries in the world. Therefore, teachers must get creative to plan culturally inclusive lessons that promote a positive sense of culture within the classroom to better engage all students (Mooney, et al., 2016) #UoNTeach

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@cain_georgie So true! I think that learning about local history and geography is so important when it comes to students becoming informed citizens as the past often informs the present.

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@teaching_miss_h So inspiring! Amazing to see students becoming active citizens within their community, who are willing and determined to make a change!

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

The 8 Ways of Aboriginal Learning is a great pedagogy to implement Aboriginal perspectives into the classroom & promote learning through a less traditional sense that is beneficial for ALL students. What other #CulturallyInspired pedagogies could teachers use? #UoNTeach

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

By equipping students with the ability to appreciate, respect & value identify & cultural diversity, they will become active & informed global citizens. Read below for ideas on how to connect your students with the world in your classroom! #UoNteach https://t.co/tH2L6qViss

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

What a great way to integrate ICT in the classroom through such an engaging activity! What other authentic activities could teachers use for their students to learn about the importance of identity and cultural diversity? #UoNTeach

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

Have you heard of iEARN? This amazing program enables students & educators WORLDWIDE to design & participate in global projects as part of their in-class/after-school programs. Encourage your students to be global citizens who make a difference. #UoNTeach https://t.co/SGlHcJ6acu

[Kendel Ward @Miss_Ward_]

@Miss_Baldwin_ I will definitely be adopting some of these ideas in my classroom!