Vibrant Learning Experiences
Vibrant Learning Experiences
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Vibrant student experiences spark curiosity, motivation and engagement, while cultivating enthusiasm for lifelong learning. A key part of this effort will be creating more personalized education experiences, which recognize that each family has a unique story and ensure each student feels known, supported and challenged to succeed. As defined by the Kentucky United We Learn Council, vibrant learning is "learning that matters to students." In partnership with families and communities, students are agents of their own learning, engaged in relevant, authentic and joyful learning opportunities. Vibrant learning honors students' cultural wealth, gifts and interests. Vibrant learning culminates in the application of knowledge and skills demonstrated through personalized products.
Vibrant student experiences spark curiosity, motivation and engagement, while cultivating enthusiasm for lifelong learning. A key part of this effort will be creating more personalized education experiences, which recognize that each family has a unique story and ensure each student feels known, supported and challenged to succeed. As defined by the Kentucky United We Learn Council, vibrant learning is "learning that matters to students." In partnership with families and communities, students are agents of their own learning, engaged in relevant, authentic and joyful learning opportunities. Vibrant learning honors students' cultural wealth, gifts and interests. Vibrant learning culminates in the application of knowledge and skills demonstrated through personalized products.
We offer vibrant learning support at each level of implementation!
We offer vibrant learning support at each level of implementation!
A "starting" district is working to
A "starting" district is working to
share a collective understanding of the value of vibrant learning.
share a collective understanding that a large percentage of work in the classroom should be primarily on students with the teacher taking the role of coach (student-centered).
promote depth of learning over breadth of learning.
offer opportunities for students to participate in some existing project oriented learning such as service learning projects or project-based learning.
A "spreading" district is working to
A "spreading" district is working to
provide staff with some training in offering vibrant learning (could include Project Based Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, etc.).
provide opportunities for students to participate in multiple projects per year based on PBL or inquiry learning.
incorporate projects that have authentic, real world, culturally relevant connections.
incorporate projects that require rigorous student reflection.
provide students with voice and choice.
A "sustaining" district is working to
A "sustaining" district is working to
allow students to exercise increasing autonomy in completing projects.
provide project opportunities that are multi-disciplinary, multi-age, and have global connections.
create a defined system for onboarding new teachers and a continuous improvement plan for current teachers regarding vibrant learning.
ensure that all students have a personalized learning pathway.
provide all students with deep opportunities for career exploration, internships, or other external but validated learning.
For "starting" districts, we offer support with
For "starting" districts, we offer support with
vibrant learning options training.
shifting the focus from teacher-centered to student centered.
changing mindsets.
shifting the focus from breadth to depth.
embedding vibrant learning in existing systems, programs, and HQIRs.
PBL Support/Training.
For "spreading" districts, we offer support with
For "spreading" districts, we offer support with
defenses of learning, capstones, exhibitions, and/or student-led conferences.
expanding community partnerships.
teacher cohorts/supporting teacher leaders.
providing exemplars/models.
new teacher training and onboarding.
project development.
For "sustaining" districts, we offer support with
For "sustaining" districts, we offer support with
service/work-based learning.
creating and implementing student pathways.
implementing student voice and choice.
increasing student agency.
Additional Support Options
Additional Support Options
Reach out to connect with the Regional Innovation Specialist in your area for support.
Reach out to connect with the Regional Innovation Specialist in your area for support.
See the map and contacts at the bottom of the "Connect with Us" page for RIS Team members by region and email addresses.
See the map and contacts at the bottom of the "Connect with Us" page for RIS Team members by region and email addresses.
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