KWL/KWHL grids
Skills
Managing Information
Self-Management
What is it?
This method can be used as an introductory strategy in order for children to document their present level of knowledge and what gaps may exist in that knowledge, to structure progress in their learning and to analyse what new information has been learned after research. This activity builds upon prior knowledge and understanding and develops teamwork skills. If the K-W-L is carried out in groups, it may
consolidate communication skills and teamwork.
Often used as a ‘learning log’ as it allows learners and teachers to explore prior learning. Learners can prioritise or select their method of enquiry, success is obvious, monitoring of the learning is easy as is evaluation of the learning that has taken place.
Example:
Teachers may choose to fill in the ‘W’ column with a few questions linked to the learning intention and allow learners to select further questions also.
An example of a KWHL grid is given below. This promotes a more metacognitive intention.
Skills
Managing Information
Self-Management
What is it?
This method can be used as an introductory strategy in order for children to document their present level of knowledge and what gaps may exist in that knowledge, to structure progress in their learning and to analyse what new information has been learned after research. This activity builds upon prior knowledge and understanding and develops teamwork skills. If the K-W-L is carried out in groups, it may
consolidate communication skills and teamwork.
Often used as a ‘learning log’ as it allows learners and teachers to explore prior learning. Learners can prioritise or select their method of enquiry, success is obvious, monitoring of the learning is easy as is evaluation of the learning that has taken place.
Example:
Teachers may choose to fill in the ‘W’ column with a few questions linked to the learning intention and allow learners to select further questions also.
An example of a KWHL grid is given below. This promotes a more metacognitive intention.
