Middle Schooling
Characteristics of the Middle Schooler
Resilience
Whole school planning
Middle Schooling is gaining increased international attention. Essentially it focuses on the teaching and support of young adolescents.
Schools and teachers who are leading middle school reform might like to consider the "Key Reform Elements" proposed and presented by by Tony Mackay at the 2001 MYSA (Middle Years of Schooling Assn) International Conference in 2001. Click here to access the reform elements.
Stephen Smith (USQ) has suggested some attributes of a 'Great' Middle School. Click here to access 'What makes a great middle school?'
Education Queensland has developed "The Middle phase of Learning State School Action Plan". Click here to access a copy of this action plan.
Engaging middle schoolers is one of the greatest challenges and joys of being a middle years' teacher. Click here to access a powerpoint of engaging teaching methods. (Supplied by Garry Day. Middle Ridge State School)