The Successful

Learner Equation &

Assessing Agency
in Learning
Contexts
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The Successful Learner Equation
The Successful Learner Equation is used to recognize and uplift the
individuals, programs, and systems that contribute to the success of each
learner. Adults, programs and systems are responsible for supporting each
child. The Successful Learner Equation is grounded in the following beliefs:
● Children are always learning.
● Experiences, skills and knowledge are tied to family culture.
● A strengths-based mindset is critical to supporting children and
families.
● Diversity of all types should be celebrated.
● Instruction should be individualized and developmentally appropriate.
● School should be welcoming and joyful for all.
● Adults and systems should support all children wherever they are in
their learning progression.

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 Reflection & Discussion

What learning occurred for you while watching this webinar?

Did anything surprise you?

Has this webinar impacted your view of preschool programming?

How?

How might this inform your practice?

How will you support this message within your work with students,
families, and colleagues?

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Resources
MDE Webpage: The Successful Learner Equation

Successful Learning Equation Flier

Language that Supports the Successful Learner Equation

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Assessing Agency
in Learning
Context: A First,
Critical Step to
Assessing Children

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Jigsaw Activity

● In each smaller group, you will be broken into 3 groups.

Each group will read a portion of the article, summarize it
(can use chart paper), and teach it to the rest of group

● Take time to reflect and discuss using the prompts on the

next slide.

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 Reflection & Discussion

What learning occurred for you while reading the article?

Did anything surprise you?

Has this article impacted your view of preschool assessment? How?

How might this inform your practice?

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 Thank you for your
engagement & thoughtful
discussion.

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Off site staff can return to
their buildings. NHLC staff
return to the gym

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