How Kathryn implemented localised curriculum through a school gardening club

Kathryn Franklin, a new entrants teacher at Puhinui School and a graduate from The Mind Lab's Master of Contemporary ...

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Key insights about video How Kathryn implemented localised curriculum through a school gardening club

🌱 The Mind Lab is more than just about digital technologies, it offers a holistic approach to education.

👨‍🌾 Implementing a garden project in school can foster connections between students of different age groups.

🤔 Problem solving can be developed through gardening projects.

👩‍🏫 Letting go of control as a teacher can be challenging but necessary for student ownership of projects.

🌿 The gardening club is an ongoing learning journey for both the teacher and students.

👥 The hope is for students to become leaders and run the gardening club in a child-centered way.

💡 The DCL or masters program can have a transformative impact on teachers' practice and personal growth, ultimately benefiting the students.

Timestamped Summary

00:15 Catherine learned that the Mind Lab is more than just digital technologies.

00:24 Catherine realized that she was already a third of the way done with her Master's degree.

00:30 Catherine decided to continue with the Mind Lab program.

00:44 Catherine thought about creating a garden project to implement localized curriculum.

01:11 The gardening club created connections between younger and older students.

01:50 Catherine found it challenging to let go of control and allow the kids to take ownership of the project.

02:14 Catherine sees this year as a trial for the gardening club and plans to make changes for next year.

02:24 Catherine hopes that some of the same kids will continue in the gardening club and become leaders.

02:44 Catherine encourages anyone considering the DCL or Master's program to give it a try as it has a significant impact.

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Q&A

What is the Mind Lab?

The Mind Lab is a program that goes beyond digital technologies and offers a learning experience for teachers.

How did the idea of a garden project come about?

The idea of a garden project came about as a way to connect the kids with their environment and draw in the wider community.

What skills can be developed through the gardening club?

Problem-solving skills can be developed through the gardening club.

What challenges did the teacher face in letting go of control?

The teacher found it challenging to let go of control and allow the kids to take ownership of the project.

What is the teacher's vision for the future of the gardening club?

The teacher hopes to have some of the same kids continue in the gardening club and become leaders, ultimately making it more child-centered.

What advice would the teacher give to someone considering the DCL or the masters?

The teacher advises giving it a go and taking a leap, as the program offers much more than expected and has the potential to greatly impact teaching practice.