Personalized Learning

The Big Ideas

The basic principle is that students receive instruction based on their individual learning styles and needs

Allows students to demonstrate knowledge in a unique way

Can be implemented through learning tools such as apps or through a school wide shift towards a more personalized learning environment

Students are allowed to pursue their education in a way that best suits their needs and interests

Student Engagement Through Interest

Carson City School District

Allows students to choose programs of interest, such as business, agriculture, or IT.

Colegio Montserrat in Spain encourages the use of technology to connect students globally.

Learning Menus allow students to choose how they would like to learn the necessary material.

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Taylor County School District

Provides each student with an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) which allows students to self pace and choose instructors

Allows students to choose coursework geared to their interests/career paths

Completion of a course is based on mastery

Video lessons and flipped classroom model provide content 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Additional programs available to help guide career paths and encourage passions