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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Absolutely agree. The conversations should never end.

Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Play is essential. Our youngest development learning hub is called Foundations and Play, because we want play to be a very important part of the day.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

No, but we like the story the qualitative data gives us. It informs the planning process for our guides. we see connections between different goals and create projects based on these interests.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

We have been relatively hot for our Macedon Ranges area this week. yesterday and today we had the fire hose out at lunchtime. And the water bazookas. And the sprinklers. With buckloads of zooper doopers all around.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

A fascinating area for a thesis. At GVL we are an independent school that has less constraints than many communities, so we feel we have so much opportunity for learning agency. I feel very grateful for this opportunity.

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Sandy (PhD) 🇦🇺 🙋‍♀️☀️- EmpowerGenZ with high expectations @drsandynicoll123.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

#EduSkyAU A6: I did this when we won the Schools Plus Grant The kids designed our classroom layout It was cool I hardly led anything on this Is an inclusive lens teacher Heaps of cooking!

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

A great authentic project. I bet the engagement factor was off the scale.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

They appreciate that a young person can move whenever they are showing evidence of growth and readiness. You’ll see that there’s a 1 year cross over in age groups. This allows everyone to feel they are in the right place at the right time.

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Adriano Di Prato @adrianodiprato.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

For many public universities, let’s be honest, students are a commodity, are a data point. Not at LCI Melbourne - it starts with belonging. Diversity is our inherent strength. And the exploration of self, place and the other central to transformation. #EduSkyAU

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Anna @annaritzy.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Yup, I think being a science teacher for so long the #scientificmethod is never far away, and let’s face it most science is going bk, repeat, change, repeat for infinity 😂#EduSkyAU

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Adriano Di Prato @adrianodiprato.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

A4. Shaping belonging happens when students share their work in design labs. These collaborative spaces connect peers, mentors, and industry to celebrate progress, amplify advocacy, and foster a culture of creative stewardship. #EduSkyAU

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

That's a great step. Sure, it;s complicated, but it is worth is when young people are engaging in subjects that interest them.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

thanks for having me. I;ll stay around and respond to posts for a while tonight and then one and off for a few days :)

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Authentic solutions are key to engaging project-based learning, I have a mantra... If it can end up in a skip or on a USB, it's not an authentic project... It HAS to make a difference in the hub, learning community or larger community around the learner.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Here is the space they are now designing for. We have placed some temporary tables in the sapce the kitchen will go.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

a check-in at every stage of the process can be handy. Peer-to-peer conversations, when scaffolded, can be a great way to work efficiently and effectively.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Today at GVL - This cherub discovered our veggie garden had corn growing in it over the break period. She rigged up a corn eating contraption, and lunch was sorted.... #thisislearning #blueskyau

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#EduSkyAU Team @eduskyauteam.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

A big thank you to everyone for joining us for #EduSkyAU chat. Q6 has just been posted so keep chatting! A special thank you to @pipcleaves.bsky.social for insights and provocations around collaborative meetings. You can learn more about GVL's Learning Huddles here - hundred.org/en/innovatio...

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Learning Huddles

Learning Huddles are collaborative meetings between learners, guides, and carers at GVL. They occur for 30 minutes, every five weeks. In the meetings, we reflect on progress, set new goals, and plan t...

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Not a problem. Sharing is essential in a space like this.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Belonging is key... right @mattpitman.com.au ! In a tertiary setting, I believe this is even more complex that a place that has a metaphrocial fence around it like primary and secondary schools. amazing work!

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Our families see their children in this 'warm' data. They know it has been captured from the conversation together, and they see it as a record of that young person's journey through learning.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Each Developmental Hub has bespoke reflection question that are relevant to that age group. At GVL we don't have year groups or academic years. We move when we are ready, after discussion at Learning Huddles.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Q6. At GVL we are a learner-led, adult-supported learning community. Our senior crew are currently designing the kitchen for their newly renovated room. They have also decided what they will study when each day. Within boundaries. It's their learning, not ours. #blueskyAU @eduskyauteam.bsky.social

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Q5. Let's step away from Learning Conversations into Learner Agency. At GVL All young people choose learning experiences. Our 4 Hubs all have learner agency front and foremost in their design. #blueskyau @eduskyauteam.bsky.social

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Here is a sample of out Learner Profile. Still a WIP, but getting there.... #blueskyAU

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Here is one of two pages of our learner profile. It is simple but it provides the structure for a good conversation

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Is there a reason why kids are not included? Is there a way they could be part of the knowledge and information sharing?

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Q4. After your Learning Conversation, how does the conversation continue? How do we keep the goals and focus front and foremost in that child learning? #blueskyAU @eduskyauteam.bsky.social #taketwo #hashtagregret

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Absolutely. Each of our Hub groups have different information on their profile. Capturing goals, achievements, growth etc does not always need to be numbers. We use Google data Studio for our Profile. Power BI is another great option. #blueskyau

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

We call our Learning Huddle Weeks, EdVentrure weeks. While the PLPS are happening, we have some focussed activities, offsite experiences etc. This helps us to manage our cover in order to free up guides for meetings. It's a juggle but it is worth it. #blueskyau

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Anna @annaritzy.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

I like this because whilst there is a loop it’s actually a direction infographic too, I find circles as cycles quite hard to get my head around sometimes, it’s like going back to the start. This is a great one #EduSkyAU

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

PT Evenings are a social 'norm' and 'expectation'. Shifting that is a difficult task. I think we need to tip the process out completely in order to create a new 'neural pathway' around conversations that should involve young people first and foremost.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

This is our structure for all Prep - 12 Learners. It is our DNA and our learning language.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

What a great model. I like the continual iteration of a base plan. Our Learner Profile shows previous goals to reflect back on and revist in Huddles.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Do you have an opportunity to bring the three 'parties' together? To create a sense of learner agency in the conversation.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Q3. Are your conversations just that, or do you retain the information for ongoing use. We grab info in a gentle and seamless way, harvesting the data after to create Learner Profiles. #EduSkyAU @eduskyauteam.bsky.social

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

How can we flip the discussion? It's such a common point you raise here?

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Our Learning Huddles occur at the mid-point and end-point of a Project. This leads to great conversation points.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Having visited your delightful campus, I love your Friday afternoon mentor and feedback chats. what a great way to build feedback muscle in the creative world, and to support the growth of a creative soul.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

We have found that the 30 min timeframe is a great opportunity to connect. Parents love the opportunity to reflect and set the goals together with young people.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

As part of joining the GVL Community we discuss with parents the responsibility of being involved in Huddles, volunteer work and off-site learning. We offer face-to-face and online option. I think parents should be aware of the expectations to be part of the learning conversation.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Q2. AT GVL our Learning Huddle Conversations are scheduled for 30 mins. We take one week to work our way through the community. We run these from 8 am to 5 pm online, and face-to-face. How about you. #EduSkyAU @eduskyauteam.bsky.social

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

How long are your conversation with Parents and Young People?

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Adriano Di Prato @adrianodiprato.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

A1. At LCI Melbourne, seeing belonging starts with creative conversations in our design labs. These moments allow students to connect with their identity, reflect on their journey, and envision their future in a supportive, collaborative space. #EduSkyAU

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#EduSkyAU Team @eduskyauteam.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

We have started a little early today with Q1 (we are all eager!). Don't forget to respond with A1 and the #EduSkyAU hashtag.

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Pip Cleaves @pipcleaves.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Welcome to this week's #EduSkyAU Chat with @eduskyauteam.bsky.social This week we will be looking at one of our signature strategies at Global Village Learning (P-12 Learning Community), Learning Huddles. Tell me about your learning conversations. When, How, Why?

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