Principle 3 : Provide Multiple Means Of Engagement

This unit aims to enable learners to understand the learning process and to give them the skills they need to

It is essential that students receive realistic and immediate feedback that enhances self-efficacy. It is imperative that I return student work in a timely fashion so they can reflect on their work because “students’ achievements are enhanced by providing them with information about their current level of performance followed by specific learning tasks aimed at mastering the material” (Jones & Jones, p. 285). I will be able to correct faulty thinking by my students when I return their work in a timely fashion which will prevent future mistakes over the same topic. It is vital to the success of my students that they experience a safe, well-organized learning environment in my classroom. It is a necessity that students feel safe and comfortable in the classroom so I can challenge them to reach their goals in a

Learners are increasingly being encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning, extending both to

It is good practice to involve learners as much as possible in the assessment process, as doing so will help to encourage a sense of ownership of their learning and assessment, and a greater

All learners attend a course induction where an individual learning plan is discussed and agreed, this is essential for both the learner and tutor as it allows the learner to take control of their own learning, review their progress and set goals for their training. This has the benefit of empowering them through ownership and helps to keep them motivated throughout the course. The ILP also aids the tutor, allowing them to monitor the intended learning outcomes, customise and design resources, identify distance travelled and set targets for work.

Once we can identify the learner’s needs then planning the sessions can have purpose and direction. According to Francis and Gould (2009:59) it is important to “give purpose and direction to your planning”. When teaching a course on computers to absolute beginners, a teacher may want to help learners gain the knowledge and skills to use a computer which they can use at work or home. One of the tools that can help to make sure this learning objective is achieved is SMART which is Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time bound. It makes sense to describe what is to be learned, what can be done as a result, using various methods to teach it, how useful would it be to help learners now and in the future and how long it will take to achieve.

ELABORATE – Students apply new knowledge or skills, extending their understanding in student-centered task with embedded UDL strategies

UDL provides the same kind of flexibility in modern classrooms. The goal of UDL is to present school subjects so that all learners can access the information, and to give learners different ways to demonstrate their knowledge through multiple needs of representation, action and expression, and

In conclusion, successful learning is possibly for learners who are ready to commit to actively participation, self-motivation and timely submission of discussions and assignments. Successful learners must plan ahead in the event of emergencies or access to

Carolina High School, a school with 100% of the population on Free and Reduced Lunch, is currently in year three of the implementation of the project-based learning model. According to English and Kitsantas (2013), “The student’s role in PBL is to take responsibility for their learning and make meaning of the knowledge and concepts they encounter” (p. 131). Additionally the teacher’s role is to facilitate this type of learning through structured activities that stimulate motivation and promote reflection as well as provide meaningful scaffolding, feedback, guidance, and prompts for thinking. Through observation data, it has been noted that when asked, the students cannot articulate the purpose of each activity they are completing within the

Lastly, by actively engaging students in a variety of interesting activities that encourage critical thinking and discovery, time misbehavior is minimized. The key is preparation and participation. Having activities and lessons prepared will negate the acts of sleeping, misbehavior, and/or sitting idly for the bell to ring. Furthermore, collaborative strategies can be used to help students become self-reliant learners that take responsibility for their own learning. For instance, when students explain the purpose of learning the material, they can assess their own progress and the relevancy to their lives.

Assessment for learning informs and promotes the achievement of all pupils. It encourages them to take responsibility for their own learning.

This involves a learning process that engages the learners. Attention is moved from the teacher to the learners through practices such as role playing, group work and problem-based approaches, for instance. These activities put the learners in a situation where it is up to them to use available learning resources to solve problems, hence causing active learning.

They can also help motivate student’s desire to learn by being engaged with both the content and students themselves.

Effective differentiated instruction reflects where the students currently are in their educational stage and not where a teacher wishes them to be. This step is important; placing students either too high or too low in the instruction can be adverse to the teacher’s goal of helping all students. Developing lesson strategies for students that are too demanding may have a negative effect on performance and reinforce negative emotions concerning learning. Likewise, developing lesson strategies that do not challenge students to perform at their best can also have a negative effect. Some students that are not engaged by a teacher's instruction are left adrift waiting for new or more stimulating material. Engaging students in the learning strategy is the key ingredient in producing active learners.