Seismic Shifts(in the classroom)

Creating

“Students must be encouraged to become ‘pilots,

not passengers’ in their educational journey.”

~Kevin Kearney

The Four Negotiables~Peter Pappas

The Toolbelt Theory~Ira Socol

They must learn to choose and use these solutions appropriately... based in the task to be performed, the environment in which they find themselves, their skills and capabilities at that time,and the ever-changing universe of high & low-tech solutions and supports.

Toolbelt Theory is based in the concept that students must learn to assemble their own readily available collection of life solutions.

The Toolbelt is designed to:

• Break the dependence cycle

• Develop lifespan technology skills

• Limit limitations

• Empower student decision making

• Prepare students for life beyond school

Personalization

Personalization refers to instruction that is paced to learning needs, tailored to learning preferences, and tailored to the specific interests of different learners.

In an environment that is fully personalized, the learning objectives and content as well as the method and pace may all vary (so personalization encompasses differentiation and individualization).

How are you going to shift your classroom?

To find out more, go to

http://bit.ly/classroomshifts