The Importance Of Learning Outside Of School

When questioned regarding to learning outside of school, both respondents agreed it was important and readily occurred. They identified social groups outside of school such as churches, community groups and family are important places for learning to occur. Brady and Kennedy’s observed these groups as stakeholders in the curriculum and form part of the social, cultural and personal functions of the curriculum (Brady & Kennedy, 2010, p9). One interviewee indicated this learning was not necessarily applicable in her experiences, but was seen in the experiences of others. Knowing what Brady and Kennedy have explained this may not necessarily be an accurate observation on the interviewees behalf. They would have experienced some learning of …show more content…
When questioned about a teacher who had an impact on their lives, both responders hesitated and required prompting. They both replied they had good and kind teachers throughout primary school, however it was the high school setting which left impacts on their lives. When discussing teachers impacts on their lives and what made them memorable, resinates in Malaguzzi’s observations that becoming totally involved is vital for a child. The simple statement “When the child sees that the adult is there, totally involved with the child, the child doesn’t forget” is certainly true and demonstrated here (Malaguzzi, 1993). One of the respondents revealed how they would abscond from school and this particular teacher went to great effort to ensure they were safe and returned to school. This teacher also had a good communication with their parents and was very active in their education throughout primary school. They indicated they thought negatively of this teacher whilst in school, however their opinion has now changed and they can see value and real care and commitment in their …show more content…
They strongly feel that politics should have no part in education and the curriculum should be written by the teachers and principals as they have direct contact with the students and should know more about what is needed to be taught and how. One agreed that the nationwide curriculum which was introduced in 2010 (Blaise & Nuttall, 2011, p83) helps as it means all students will be studying the same things so there should be no disadvantage. They continued to say that curriculum should be made to take into account every child’s abilities, in particular mentioning learning disabilities and speed of