At SIS, we continuously enrich our teaching approach by inviting external experts to ensure our educators stay at the forefront of pedagogical excellence.
From October 10th to 13th, the SIS Mandarin Programme had the privilege of hosting Ms. Aiqin, an esteemed education expert with a wealth of experience in PYP and Chinese programmes. Ms. Aiqin delivered a comprehensive three-day reading strategy programme tailored specifically for our Mandarin teachers and students.
During Ms. Aiqin’s visit she focused on:
Grade-level team workshops
In-classroom teaching demonstrations
Empowering Pedagogical Integration
Ms. Aiqin’s workshop was a dynamic blend of pedagogical excellence. She embarked on the training journey by introducing a rich tapestry of reading strategies and concepts. With a keen focus on interactive reading research and methodologies, she equipped our teachers with further understandings of the core elements that underpin reading.
The most transformative aspect of the workshop was the open discussion about the realities of daily reading instruction and personalised solutions tailored to students at different grade levels. This co-planning between Ms. Aiqin and our Mandarin team supports students to maximise their reading capabilities across the board, aligning with SIS’s commitment to empowering students to excel in an interdisciplinary setting.
Connecting Interactive Reading with Students
Ms. Aiqin seamlessly transitioned from theory to practice. Through the in-classroom teaching demonstrations, she exemplified the art of interactive reading with students, showcasing the application of reading strategies in context.
SIS students actively engaged in this dynamic reading experience. They explored context from diverse perspectives and openly shared their insights with peers and teachers. The essence of interactive reading is not confined to the pages of a book, it is about stimulating the agency of students. Through interactive reading, our students have discovered not only knowledge but also sets of critical thinking skills and comprehensive strategies in the world of literacy.
The Science of Reading Parent EDU Workshop
The journey of reading at SIS extends beyond the classroom and into the heart of the home, building the foundations of lifelong learning. That’s why the culmination of Ms. Aiqin’s workshop included a special one-hour Science of Reading Parent EDU workshop, sharing the methodologies for nurturing children’s reading habits.
It was also a collaborative dialogue between parents and our external expert, offering an opportunity for parents to ask questions, seek guidance and share their own experiences in fostering a reading culture at home.
The Science of Reading Workshop at SIS is a testament to our commitment to enriching our learning experience far beyond the classrooms, and working together to empower our young Geckos’ minds to become active agents of their education.