The RSD and the Models of Engaged Learning

The RSD and the Models of Engaged Learning and Teaching MELT Pacific Peoples’ Research Skills Symposium, 14 & 15 June, 2017 The University of the South Pacific Presentation 10 Dr John Willison School of Education University of Adelaide john. willison@adelaide. edu. au Fluid Thinking Supported by the Department of Education and Training, Australian Government

Researcher Skills Work Skills Clinical Reflection Problem Solving Critical Thinking School Education The different adaptations of the RSD Your MELT For your context

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Why MELT? • Engaged learning needs engaged teaching • A sense of ownership by teachers is important • Disciplinary and context-specific language is frequently non-negotiable or vital

IMELT International conference on Models of Engaged Learning and Teaching National Wine Centre, Adelaide, Australia 11 -13 December, 2017. Fluid Thinking