With our move to align teaching and learning with our Catalyst principles, we are committed to using evidence-based teaching strategies to support student learning. The focus for our teachers this week has been on the Gradual Release of Responsibility model. High Impact Teaching strategies, which are part of Catalyst, involve clear, structured teaching where concepts and skills are presented in a step-by-step manner. This ensures that students understand each part of a lesson before moving on. The Gradual Release of Responsibility method complements this by transitioning students from teacher-led instruction to independent work. It begins with the teacher modelling the task (called ‘I do’), followed by guided practice where students work together with the teacher (‘we do’), and finally, students demonstrate their learning independently (‘you do’). This approach helps build student confidence and ensures a deeper understanding of the material, setting them up for long-term success in their studies.

If you would like to know more about the theories and evidence behind Catalyst please visit https://catalyst.cg.catholic.edu.au

Mrs Kathleen Garvie
Assistant Principal -Learning
Kennedy and Ferré Houses