Self‑regulation and learner agency have been central to Aotearoa New Zealand’s education system since the introduction of the 2007 New Zealand Curriculum. This has been strengthened in current curriculum developments: self‑regulation is explicitly highlighted in the Oral Language strand of the 2025 English curriculum and recognised as a key capability in Te Mātaiaho.
Kathryn Eltringham’s workshop explores three questions:
What is self‑regulation? Why is it embedded in our curriculum? Why does it matter for learners?
She explores the concept of self‑regulated learning, examines why it is essential for learner success, and considers practical ways to foster it in everyday classroom practice. Explicit links are made to Assessment for Learning pedagogy, showing how AfL strategies can scaffold and strengthen students’ self‑regulatory skills.
Finally, she reflects on how we, as educators, can use the same processes of self‑regulation to navigate change individually and collaboratively.
Dr Kathryn Eltringham is the Deputy Principal at Flanshaw Road School and a former consultant with Evaluation Associates Ltd, where she led professional learning in Literacy, Mathematics, and Assessment. Her academic journey includes a Master’s and Doctorate, both focused on self-regulated learning, with her doctoral work exploring the role of Digital Technologies in teacher development and student learning. Driven by her enthusiasm for self-regulated learning, Kathryn is dedicated to fostering lifelong learning and innovative teaching practices. She integrates self-regulation principles into educational practices, empowering teachers and students to take an active role in their learning.
Find Kathryn’s presentation slides here: Kathryn Eltringham Self Regulation Managing Learning And Change
