Personalized Learning

Definition

• It's personalization
• Allows students to work at their own pace
• Different programs to help ensure students distinct learning needs

What does it look like in the classroom?

• The use of Ipads, smartphones, white boards, chromebooks
• The use of programs like Dreambox and Khan academy
• Assessing where students are at (knowing strengths and weaknesses)
• "Guide on the side" rather than "sage on the stage"
• Teaching to the "middle"

How is it being used in schools today?

• Redwood Heights Elementary in Oakland, California
• RANDS Study

How can it be implemented?

• Difficulties:
• Districts won't want change - "Buy in"
• Financial Issues

How can it be implemented?

• Solutions:
• Personalized learning must be framed as an enhancement of existing initiatives and aligned with those initiatives’ goals
• Fundraising!

Why would schools want to implement this?

• It's the best for students!
• Builds a culture of trust
• Builds a stronger staff culture of transparency, collaboration, and alignment.
• Allows teachers to be experts
• Elevates the profession of teaching
• Best way to maximize technology resources

How does it prepare students for the future?

• They learn different uses of technology
• They build strong relationships
• Students learn more
• Students can learn at their own pace
• Self confidence

Thank you!