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Teacher testimonials
Wandering Whales
Unbelievable effect on their interest in whales. They are now using scientific terminology to identify body parts and any books on whales is perused with great interest. The visuals covered gaps in their reading and listening skills. Every expert who contributed had an impact on the children.
This was a great field trip. Students have been really inspired to find out more and are interested in what the scientists are trying to find out.
Video footage and images make the information and experience more accessible. They can be inspired by the awe and wonder of the experience regardless of whether they can read or write.
Use of Maori words and history helps us connect to NZ and the culture.
Different reading abilities of background information. I actually used these for teaching reading groups. They were fantastic reading material with challenging information.
We are starting science fair and this was a good introduction. Wide range of students who all enjoyed it and worked at own level.
Although our classes were Year 2-3 we felt the audioconference answers were delivered at a perfect level for our students. There were plenty of resources we could use and adapt to suit our learners. I had two special needs students who thoroughly enjoyed various aspects of the programme.
I was amazed at how much the children could tell me about whales, and more importantly, explain to me the process that the scientists were using to research the humpback whales.
It fitted well with our topic about The Magnificent Marine we were learning about this term. Levelled reading pages were helpful.
Our Enhancement group ranging in age from 6-10 all got value from the trip.
Literacy skills were developed within this Science context. The field trip provided an inclusive programme. Different levels could be accessed to suit needs within the classroom. The Maori vocabulary extends knowledge and provides further Te Reo Maori opportunities.
We are itching to start the background on whales as part of our science. Students are really excited.
Fantastic resource for all teachers, students and parents who participate.