Emily Capel
Session title
Framing Thinking: The Writer's Journey and Metacognitive Visual Tools
11.45 - 12.45pm
Workshop overview
Introduction to Danescourt Primary and the development of Thinking Skills
The Writer's Journey at Danescourt
The link between non-fiction genres of writing and Thinking Frames with a particular focus on structuring the writing process.
How metacognitive visual tools are used to support the development of narrative and poetry.
Examples of practice and how it has transformed writing at school
Biography
Emily Capel has been teaching for over 10 years, embarked upon her teaching journey in 2008 obtaining a Batchelor of Education (BEd) at Plymouth University. returning to her roots, Emily took her first teaching role in a primary school in Cwmbran, Wales, teaching Year 6 and enhancing her skills as leader of Music and Maths Lead and as a member of the senior leadership team.
Looking to develop her passion for thinking and metacognition, Emily joined Danescourt in Cardiff, an accredited Thinking School. Emily became a member of the ‘Think Tank’ team, whilst taking on the roles of Expressive Arts Lead and Year 5 and 6 Lead. Emily is now in her 7th year at Danescourt and since returning from maternity leave, she continues her teaching journey leading Years 1 and 2, developing foundation learning practices and embedding metacognitive strategies.
