Approaches to Learning What are "Approaches to Learning (ATL)?" ATLs are a set of skills we use when we are learning. These skills, once learned, can be used when learning in any subject, be it Math or Science or Music! They come in five sets: Research Skills, Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Self-Management Skills and Social Skills.
Over the past unit, and throughout the past week, the children have been developing their ATL skills while working on their Unit of Inquiry projects. Today the children brought home a booklet called "The Engineering Design Process" which documents all the steps they took to make their products. It outlines the skills they developed. However, the children can tell you all about the steps they took and what they learned! Have them walk you through the book. This experience has been overwhelmingly beneficial to the children, not only did they develop their ATL skills, but they have been engaged, enthusiastic and motivated to not only make things, but share their knowledge and work together! Try following The Engineering Design Process to create something at home, it is a fun way to develop skills used in many different areas of life.
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AuthorWe are a class of 4-6 year olds at an international school in Singapore! We learn by playing, inquiring and having fun. Our teacher is Ms Bustamante, and this is our learning journey! Archives
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