Conversations on Learning

Assessment Conference in Saskatoon, October 19,2007

My thoughts in caps.

Showed the video by EDS on building planes in the air

Another video highlighting famous people who had some weakness or disadvantage

Engaging the Heart and the Mind

We have the tools and resources but need to hone in on what's important.

Create a sense of urgency   SOME DON'T BUY THIS

The road to precision....enemy is ambiguity. We did an exercise where we looked at a writing sample and ranked it on a rubric...lots of differences of opinion...the need to have discussion around what's important is critical. Providing time to have important conversations on learning.

Create a culture of learning...focus on meaningful collaboration to get us to where we need to go

It won't happen by chance...people are too busy...leadership must:

• provide time
• build capacity
• provide data
• model and monitor
• recognize and celebrate

Powerful Learning Networks

REALITY IS THAT MUCH OF THE TALK IS ABOUT BUILDING LEARNING NETWORKS IN THEIR OWN SCHOOLS....WHY?  WHY LIMIT IT. IT'S WAY EASIER AND MORE POWERFUL IF PEOPLE THINK OF NETWORKS BEYOND GEOGRAPHICAL AND FACE TO FACE RESTRICTIONS.

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