Enquiry question(5)

Causal Chain:

At our last CoL teachers meeting, we discussed the importance of a causal chain to make the inquiry more effective.

A causal chain is when a cause leads to an effect and that effect becomes the cause of another effect.

A leads to B. B leads to C. C leads to D.

Any intervention you design will (consciously or not) be based on a causal chain you have in mind - this is your theory of action.

A causal chain is the path of influence running from a root cause to the problem. Each link in the chain represents something in the real problem.

Tweak-Causal Chain and external focus:
The time has come to aim for the prize. My learners' strong performance in the internal assessments has provided them with a solid foundation. By concentrating on excelling on external examinations, they are positioning themselves for an endorsement. This will acknowledge their current capability and set them up for future success. Also guiding them as they prepare for the externals exams, maximizing their chances of achieving the desired outcome. 
Here is my causal chain, this tweak may change over time.

I have planned to monitor their progress learning and well-being weekly by surveying learners/ whanau and maintaining a running record with smiley faces. Here is the link