Looking

at the Big Picture

Looking at LAPS by comparing/contrasting the following two lists:
What research and surveys show works for life-long learners in the 21st century,
versus traditional school practices that have been around for a long time.

What are our strengths? Where are the gaps? What needs to change in order for
school to be more relevant for students and teachers?


What Works for Learning Today vs. Traditional Practices

Safe environment Sitting in rows
Personal investment 45/60/88 minute blocks
Real world application One-sized curriculum
Fun One subject area focus
Relevance to students lives Age-grouped co-learners
Social/Relationships No real world application
Interesting questions from students Teacher controlled
Positive, nurturing environment Someone elses questions
Real audience Standardized assessments
Passion Emphasis on grades
Teachers as mentors Carrots and sticks
Student Autonomy and agency Minimal student autonomy
Challenging/Rigor Lack of relevance
No time constraints Handing it in

Borrowed/adapted from Will Richardsons TedTalk The Surprising Truth About
Learning in Schools. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxyKNMrhEvY&sns=em