How was it used?

The resource was used as a starter activity for pupils to investigate 3-D shapes and the terminology of 3-D shapes.

• The activity played a significant factor in the development of pupils’ learning, thinking and communication skills.
• The activity engaged pupils at the start of the lesson, helping pupils to focus attention on their learning.
• The resource is inclusive in that all pupils of a wide range of abilities can attempt to answer the questions.
• The kinaesthetic and visual element of the resource appealed to many.
• The nature of the activity and its ability to provide instant feedback to pupils allowed them to evaluate their answers and act on this.
• Pupils worked well in pairs and small groups often without direct supervision. Pupils were encouraged to discuss, reason and evaluate answers. They collaborated effectively, listening to each others opinions and points of view.
• Peer assessment was used effectively during the activity and pupils were taught to be sensitive and to use constructive criticism.

Impact and Outcomes

• Pupils were instantly engaged by the activity. They were enthusiastic and enjoyed the opportunity to be active participants in the lesson and to share their ideas with their partner and the class.
• Pupils of all abilities were actively thinking throughout the activity, reasoning and evaluating their answers and the answers of others.
• There were opportunities for pupils to work with others, listening, discussing and collaborating ideas to agree on an answer. Pupils were sensitive to others and used constructive criticism.
• The provision of feedback motivated the pupils and made learning fun. Pupils evaluated their results and acted on this.
• The pupils worked well in small groups, often without direct supervision.
• There were opportunities for pupils to develop their thinking, communication and problem solving skills.

Learner Feedback

Pupils were engaged and motivated during the activity.  They enjoyed the opportunity to share their answers with each other in their small groups and also as a whole class.

Other Resources

Models of 3-D shapes
Paper

Lesson Learnt

Pupils are very enthusiastic and motivated to work where there are opportunities to use ICT.