5 Stage Cycle
An essential framework for the planning of all experiences in order to make learning effective.
- Stage 1: Pre-planning
Create the positive and supportive learning environment
- Stage 2: Connect the learning
Setting the scene
Link backward and forward
Big Picture
Outcomes
- Stage 3: Input- multi-sensory whenever possible
Experiences need to be provided that exploit visual, auditory and kinaesthetic preferences
- Stage 4: Activity
Cater for multiple intelligences
Differentiate tasks
Offer flexibility and choice
Challenge based
- Stage 5: Review/Demonstrate understanding
Demonstrate new learning
Recall for memory
Reflect
Link forward