Student Groupings at Trailblazer
Teachers break up students into small groups to target similar needs and allow for student collaboration.
August 9, 2017
Tag: Socially Connected
Genius Hour at Trailblazer
Students choose a question of interest or passion to pursue, engaging in a long term research and learning project.
August 9, 2017
Using Station Rotations at Trailblazer
Teachers use station rotation with various content areas to break students into small groups and target different learning needs.
August 9, 2017
Class Example: Station Rotations at Trailblazer
Station rotations in class integrate the use of technology and in-person small group learning with various teachers.
August 9, 2017
Learner Pathways at Trailblazer
Short, daily pre-assessments along with student choice determine the pathways and groups students engage in each day.
August 9, 2017
Job List and Salary Poster
Jobs are an essential part of the economy and help this teacher run the class smoothly and efficiently. Students interview for positions and are awarded with employees if they are going above and beyond. In addition to reinforcing responsibility, jobs help students work towards character expectations and build a sense of community in the class.
January 3, 2017
Summit Personalized Learning: Norms for Self-Directed Learning
Summit has developed a series of resources for teachers, including norms for self-directed personalized learning time (PLT). You can find the complete list, along with additional resources, on pages 3 and 4 of the link (titled “Step 1”), and below are a few of the key suggestions:
- Ensure students are clear on your expectations and structures for PLT
- Set and maintain an expectation for goal setting at the beginning of PLT
- Have students reflect on their progress toward their goals
August 11, 2016
Student Group Selection at Pleasant View
Teachers create small groups to offer workshops to students during personalized learning time.
August 11, 2016
Student Supports at Pleasant View
Students working on learning objectives have multiple options for support, including peer mentorship, additional learning resources, and teacher help.
August 11, 2016
Student Partner Choice at Pleasant View
Students can work independently or with others during independent learning time. If working with others, and not assigned to a small group for instruction, students may choose their learning partner.
August 11, 2016