Framework for Improving Student Outcomes (FISO 2.0)

FISO 2.0 core elements and dimensions

Outlined below are the 5 core elements that reflect the evidence of what makes the most difference to all student outcomes, including for priority cohorts such as Koorie students, students with a disability and English as an Additional Language (EAL) students.

The 5 core elements are each underpinned by 2 dimensions which indicate priority areas of practice to improve students’ learning and wellbeing.

Leadership

Leadership is the development of shared processes and actions by staff and students that build a positive school climate for learning and wellbeing. This is done through practices and relationships that are culturally inclusive, based on high expectations, shared values and a culture of trust.

The dimensions of leadership are:

• the strategic direction and deployment of resources to create shared goals and values, high expectations, and a positive, safe and orderly learning environment
• shared development of a culture of respect and collaboration, with positive and supportive relationships between students and staff at the core.

Teaching and learning

Teaching and learning refers to responsive practices and curriculum programs through which students develop their knowledge, skills and capabilities.

The dimensions of teaching and learning are:

• documented teaching and learning programs based on the Victorian Curriculum and senior secondary pathways, incorporating extra-curricular programs
• use of common and subject-specific high impact teaching and learning strategies as part of a shared and responsive teaching and learning model implemented through culturally sensitive, positive and supportive student-staff relationships.

Assessment

Assessment is the use of evidence and data by school leaders and teachers to assess student learning growth, attainment and wellbeing capabilities. Assessment is used to design and implement priorities for improvement.

The dimensions of assessment are:

• systematic use of assessment strategies and measurement practices to obtain and provide feedback on student learning growth, attainment and wellbeing capabilities
• systematic use of data and evidence to drive the prioritisation, development, and implementation of actions in schools and classrooms.

Engagement

Engagement refers to the relationships and actions that support student learning, participation and sense of belonging to their school community.

The dimensions of engagement are:

• activation of student voice, agency, leadership and learning, including a focus on the self-determination and agency of Koorie students, to strengthen students’ participation and engagement in school
• strong relationships and active partnerships between schools and families/carers, communities, and organisations to strengthen students’ participation and engagement in school.

Support and resources

Support and resources refers to the processes, products, services and partnerships that enable every student to strengthen their wellbeing capabilities and achieve the highest levels of learning growth.

The dimensions of support and resources are:

• responsive, tiered, culturally appropriate and contextualised approaches and strong relationships to support student learning, wellbeing and inclusion
• effective use of resources and active partnerships with families/carers, specialist providers and community organisations to provide responsive support to students.