Helping extraordinary teachers
Grow extraordinary people
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WHO WE ARE
We provide professional learning and development in a wide range of subjects, using Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures to: create safe and inclusive learning environments; utilise dialogic, relational, multi-modal learning; ensure full student engagement with high levels of equity; increase student achievement; and teach & apply interpersonal & communication skills.
Helping teachers achieve extraordinary outcomes to produce extraordinary future citizens is our fundamental driving force.
OUR WHAKATAUKI
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When we work together, everyone benefits. Together we grow stronger and improve far beyond what we would achieve on our own. As you explore this site, you will see that Kagan Cooperative Learning, Ako Mahi Tahi, is much more than standard cooperative learning.
Our Vision
Our vision at Kagan NZ is that every learner leaves school with key academic and interpersonal skills, core values, self-confidence, and resilience, enabling them to be connected and valued members of their communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to grow extraordinary future citizens of New Zealand through supporting schools to achieve extraordinary student outcomes.
What exactly is Kagan?
Kagan is a comprehensive term that includes a diverse array of educational aspects, all connected to the ground-breaking concept formulated by Dr. Spencer Kagan (right - with Jennie Moore, Kagan NZ).
This multi-faceted concept comprises pedagogy, methodology, classroom practices, resources and professional development, all aimed at fostering an interactive and engaging learning environment.
Through the implementation of Kagan Cooperative Learning, educators can unlock the full potential of their students, facilitating meaningful interactions, and the acquisition of essential life skills, in a safe and inclusive environment.
“I’m interviewing teachers, and they say Kagan has changed their lives.”
— Principal, Intermediate School, Manawatu
Quick Links
As teachers we need to stop talking on a regular basis and let our students talk, because research says they will retain a lot more of what they say and do, than what they hear.
It is through student discourse and the interaction of different ideas that students construct meaning. Kagan facilitates and regulates student interactions to ensure every student shares, with high levels of accountability, but also with high levels of support.
Let them talk…
Resources and Tools
Kagan offers a wide range of resources and tools to support teachers after training.
What People Are Saying
“Many teachers believe they are doing cooperative learning, when in fact it’s group work, where students can hide and opt out.”
— T. Mackay, DP
“Kagan teaches practical classroom management skills that are missing in teacher training programmes.”
— W. Leighton, Principal