Sentences with phrase «directed learning environment»

Most importantly, we wanted to create a truly self - paced and self - directed learning environment.

We believe students are better served in this customized, self - directed learning environment that is rich with technology and flexibility.

LAMB's mission is to create a self - directed learning environment in which children build a foundation of knowledge essential for a life time of learning while developing bi-literacy in English and Spanish.

LAMB's mission is to foster bilingualism in a self - directed learning environment in which children build a foundation of knowledge essential for a lifetime of learning.

Latin American Montessori Bilingual Public Charter School immerses students in both English and Spanish in a «self - directed learning environment» typical of Montessori schools.

In a self - directed learning environment, the students take the initiative and responsibility for their own learning.

learning to manage a student - directed learning environment in which various students or groups of students are doing different things.

While the Common Core standards emphasize development of reasoning and critical - thinking skills, the standards» perpetuation of a test - driven accountability system and teacher - directed learning environment compromises children's development of these higher - order skills.

Manage and maintain independent and self - directed learning environments, and use integrated technology to close gap between real world issues and course material.

Direct independent and self - directed learning environments and use integrated technology to bridge gap between real world issues and course material.

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The Flipped Learning Network defines flipped learning as a «pedagogical approach in which direct instruction moves from the group learning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting group space is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter» (Flipped Learning NetworkLearning Network defines flipped learning as a «pedagogical approach in which direct instruction moves from the group learning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting group space is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter» (Flipped Learning Networklearning as a «pedagogical approach in which direct instruction moves from the group learning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting group space is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter» (Flipped Learning Networklearning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting group space is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter» (Flipped Learning Networklearning space, and the resulting group space is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter» (Flipped Learning Networklearning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter» (Flipped Learning NetworkLearning Network, 2014).

He also delivered direct, clear, common - sense material of inestimable help to any pastor or lay leader who can get through the Disneyland trappings and the Jesus lingo of the environment (not of Schuller), learn the principles underneath and translate them into his or her own situation.

In contrast to Freud's trust in learning by the exercise of reason (producing insight), Perls emphasized learning by moving from direct experiences of the environment and of one's organism to understanding.

An Ideal Learning Environment In many preschools, outdoor time and authentic play are being replaced by an intense emphasis on learning letters and numbers in a very formal, structured and teacher - directedLearning Environment In many preschools, outdoor time and authentic play are being replaced by an intense emphasis on learning letters and numbers in a very formal, structured and teacher - directedlearning letters and numbers in a very formal, structured and teacher - directed manner.

Filmed without narration, subtitles, or any comprehensible dialogue, Babies is a direct encounter with four babies who stumble their predictable ways to participating in the awesome beauty of life.Needless to say, their experience of the first year of life is vastly different, yet what stands out is not how much is different but how much is universal as each in their own way attempts to conquer their physical environment.Though the language is different as well as the environment, the babies cry the same, laugh the same, and try to learn the frustrating, yet satisfying art of crawling, then walking in the same way.You will either find Babies entrancing or slow moving depending on your attitude towards babies because frankly that's all there is, yet for all it will be an immediate experience far removed from the world of cell phones and texting, exploring up close and personal the mystery of life as the individual personality of each child begins to emerge.

Gradually, through weeks 4, 5, and 6, more activities are introduced and a workable balance is established between teacher - directed and child - initiated activities, as students learn to make independent choices within the framework of a managed environment.

«Coaching in an educational context is a self - directed, one - to - one conversation where a coach encourages learning through questioning, active listening and challenging discussions in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Well, now, Jonathan Skolnick — who has tackled personalized - learning strategy at School of One, Caliber Schools, and the New York City Department of Education, and is now a VP at the Educational Alliance — has written with a missive that raises one of the thorniest questions about personalized learning: How do we ensure that students in self - directed, customized environments still master skills and content that we think critical — but that they may deem tedious, pointless, and unnecessary?

But not everyone thrives in a self - directed environment, at least not at first, said Andrew Calkins, deputy director of the Next Generation Learning Challenges initiative at Educause, which supports learning - technology innoLearning Challenges initiative at Educause, which supports learning - technology innolearning - technology innovations.

There is a strong desire to expand beyond just academic indicators — including a measure of growth is very important — but including things that are not direct learning outcomes and focus more on environment and other input measures blurs the vision on what we want students to know and be able to do.

«We are seeing learners taking a greater responsibility for their work and if there is one little kernel that is right back to what we are on about it, it is that they own their own learning — teachers don't own it for them, they are not transmitting to students what they need to learn, it is learners having an environment; the constructivist idea of education where they grow themselves, self - directed.

The evolution of the teacher - controlled learning environment to include more self - directed online education has highlighted the need for students of all ages to develop self - regulated learning skills.

Pooling resources This is one of the reasons why School Direct works best when a group of schools work together — not only do larger partnerships enable you to predict requirements more effectively, they also make it far easier to recruit trainees, organise training, create more opportunities for trainees to learn in different environments and ensure trainees can find work when they qualify.

«Having a school where there is a supportive and active environment for diversity, meant they actually had very robust, calm learning environments and that had a direct positive impact on learning outcomes,» Halse said.

While research on flexible seating is limited, it's clear that learning environments can have a direct impact on student behavior and achievement.

Our school learning environments allow for authentic, community - based learning through self - directed, guided, project - based learning experiences that are relevant and authentically assessed so that students are fully engaged (and inspired), cognitively, behaviorally and emotionally.

We know that People for Education's research foci on health, creativity and innovation, social - emotional skills, citizenship, and quality learning environments are of direct relevance to school library practice.

Popular workshop topics include personalized learning plans, student - directed, project - based learning, teacher governance, democratic classrooms, student / teacher advisories, developing student agency, equity, restorative practices, special education in inclusive environments, service and experiential learning and school culture.

In child - centered, positive learning environments, students strive to master developmental and sequential learning expectations to become self - directed, productive life - long learners.

We propose a dual approach to the design of learning activities here in the rich physical and virtual learning commons environments where self - directed discovery learning provides empowerment for learners and runs parallel to cotaught project based learning of rich collaborative knowledge building and literacy experiences.

«At Washington Montessori School, our staff works tirelessly to give our students a responsive learning environment where their education is self - directed and meaningful,» said Principal Jacobs.

New Castle Elementary School will promote high student engagement through project based learning and a completely personalized learning environment with learning directed by the student and facilitated by the teacher.

The team at VWFS recognised the need to adapt to a blended approach for their soft skills offering, to better support different learning styles, offer instant access in a time poor environment and inspire a change in the company towards self - directed online learning.

State - of - the - art educational environment leveraging direct instruction and Personalized Learning

In a personalized learning environment, students are self - directed learners with a sense of agency about their education; embracing opportunities to exercise voice and choice in the curriculum.

Strong technical skills, particularly in integrating technology in the classroom to drive academic achievement Demonstrated volunteer or community service At least one (or more) of the following: o National Board Certificationo TAP Experience (sign on bonus for TAP certification) o Core Knowledge Experienceo Experience with Blended Learningo At least two years of successful teaching in an urban environment ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS: An Elementary School teacher is required to perform the following duties: Plan and implement a blended learning environment, providing direct and indirect instruction in the areas of Social Studies, Science, Language Arts, Health, and Mathematics based on state standards Participation in all TAP requirements, focusing on data - driven instruction Create inviting, innovative and engaging learning environment that develops student critical thinking and problem solving skills Prepare students for strong academic achievement and passing of all required assessments Communicate regularly with parents Continually assess student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents well informed of student progress by collecting and tracking data, providing daily feedback, weekly assessments, and occasional parent / teacher conferences Work with the Special Education teachers and administration to serve special needs students in the classroom Attend all grade level and staff meetings and attend designated school functions outside of school hours Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom you are responsible Accept and incorporate feedback and coaching from administrative staff Perform necessary duties including but not limited to morning, lunch, dismissal, and after - school duties Preforms other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the principal Dress professionally and uphold all school policies

Comment from Alex: Mark, but direct observation of learning environments requires resources, which we know are in short supply as states are cutting back on education.

Learning at Helios takes place through meaningful authentic projects which may include field work, inquiry, discovery, direct instruction, and interaction with the environment.

Exploratory and dialogicallearning environments engage learners in online learning activities thatrequire collaboration, communication, social interaction, reflection, evaluation, and self - directed learning.

The Toolkit also notes that there is little evidence that investment in school buildings or environment has a direct impact on results with one strong exception: better air quality can help improve learning.

Mark Anderson: Dana, yes, that also goes along with my point about direct observation of learning environments.

Chapters address: (1) an overview of the whole language approach; (2) examples of how special education teachers use whole language to teach children with learning disabilities; (3) suggestions on how to create a child - centered classroom; (4) the role of the teacher in a whole language classroom; (5) examples of democratic classrooms; (6) assessment procedures that are compatible with a whole language philosophy and how assessment data can be used to respond to individual needs; (7) examples of different strategies teachers use to teach students with learning disabilities reading and writing; (8) literacy development in students with disabilities and how to foster self - directed learners; (9) how teachers develop learner - centered curriculums and how to move toward an inclusive environment; and (10) one teacher's move to the whole language approach.

The Carnegie Foundation reports that student attitudes about education are a direct reflection of their learning environment.

The implementation of game - based learning for workplace training helps to increase learners» interest, business productivity and gradually shift from classroom - based learning environment to self - directed learning and other collaborative online activities.

We believe that students can be self - directed when provided with the right learning conditions, including an environment that is natural, organic and is designed in a way that builds relationships and community.

«Educator working conditions have a direct effect on the learning environment of our students.

Instructional strategies include direct instruction, cooperative learning, and developing personalized learning environments.

Based on our direct observations, our interviews with students and staff, and our deep familiarity with the research underlying these practices, we conclude that they make a real difference in the effectiveness of the learning environment for the students on whom they center.

Students are more likely to try ambitious, self - directed learning in a «delicious» environment, where high expectations, group - worthy challenges, equitable participation, autonomy / choice, and respectful relationships are the norm.

However, these characteristics can only emerge when the «water,» or learning environment, is safe, healthy, and delicious for self - directed learning.