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Learners Building Their Own Learning Experience

  • Current Status

    Currently, I believe that at Springs we are ready for more. We have the one-to-one devices, and already have personalized learning plans that we put together with parents. Learners taking more control of their learning seems to be the obvious next step. I believe that we are ready to allow for students to have a greater part in planning their education (how they present information, where they gather information from, etc). Let's get started!
  • Introduce idea to staff.

    Introduce idea to staff.
    Introduce the idea of students creating their own learning experience. [https://youtu.be/A5NKHY-bF9k] Introduce using various tools such as voki, voicethread, etc. to showcase their learning. Tell them that we are starting a pilot with these tools, and that the program will go through evaluations and changes this semester with a presentation in May.
  • Student Input

    Have students discuss in groups the different ideas they have about creating their learning experiences.
  • Resource Compilation

    Create a document that has links to different resources.
  • Resource Trial Run

    Resource Trial Run
    Have students explore different resources.
  • Making it Work

    During PLP's introduce students to the idea of creating their own learning experience and give them resources to get them started.
  • Evaluation of Program #1

    Evaluation of Program  #1
    Have students get into groups to discuss what was working well, what changes need to be made. (Send home parent survey)
  • Making Changes #1

    Evaluate student discussions and parents surveys. Make changes where necessary.
  • Evaluation of Program #2

    Meet to discuss pros/cons of the program.
  • Fine Tune

    Make necessary changes to the program. Look at all aspects
  • Collection of Work Samples

    Collect work samples from students to showcase to staff.
  • Showcase for Staff

    Showcase student work at staff meeting. Discuss.