In this episode of Pedagogy to Practice, Sunny reflects on trialling a range of classroom strategies designed to move beyond explicit instruction and deepen student learning. From self-reported grades and goal setting to collaborative learning and the jigsaw strategy, Sunny shares what worked, what surprised her, and what she’d refine next time.
Together, Beth and Sunny explore how these approaches can build confidence, strengthen classroom culture, and help students connect learning to real-world skills. They also discuss the value of rubrics, speaking and listening, and the importance of giving students meaningful opportunities to respond.
If you’re looking for practical ideas to make learning more collaborative, purposeful, and engaging, this episode is full of thoughtful takeaways for teachers at every stage.