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4. Glossary of terms in Form 4
Each lesson in the Scheme of Work includes a Learning Outline with guidance for delivering the lesson. Teachers may find useful the following
explanations of important terms used in Learning Outlines.
Term in Form 4 Meaning
Scheme of Work
fast finishers Pupils who are able to work at a faster pace on a specific activity than the majority of pupils in a class. They are therefore ready
to move on to the next activity sooner than the majority of pupils.
peer-assessment Involving pupils in the process of assessment by asking pupils to give feedback to a peer on specific aspects of their learning,
such as a specific aspect of the quality of a piece of work. For example, when a pupil gives feedback to another pupil on an
aspect of their learning, the feedback takes the form of two things that were good (stars) and one area for improvement (wish).
post-lesson Activity at the end of a lesson to review and consolidate the learning.
pre-lesson Activity at the beginning of a lesson to activate pupils’ prior knowledge.
prior knowledge Knowledge and skills which pupils already have, possibly acquired from previous lessons or previous years.
probing questions Questions that aim to dig deeper than the surface (e.g. Is there a different way to say the same thing? / What would you say
instead (of…)? / Does anyone agree/disagree with that? Why?)
self-assessment Involving pupils in the process of assessment by asking pupils to self-assess specific aspects of their learning. For example,
learning diaries kept by pupils can reveal areas that need clarification or specific skills that need further development
talk partners Providing pupils with an opportunity to talk through their ideas with a partner or in a small group. When teachers give pupils time
to discuss their ideas with a partner or in a small group, they can assume that everyone in the class is ready to provide an
answer.
wait time The time given between asking a question and expecting a response to it.
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