Learning Commons and e-Learning Centre. Transformation Learning. What is a Learning Commons?. Loertscher’s key features of a Learning Commons. A Physical Space A Virtual Space An Open Commons Concept A Forum for Experimental Learning. From David Loertscher’s Flip this Library. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Learning Commons and e-Learning Centre
Learning Commons and e-Learning CentreTransformation
Learning
What is a Learning Commons?
a learning laboratory that is the foundation of all learning in
the school rather than a warehouse of information and technologiesa
collaborative learning environment where everyone is accessing and
sharing resources and ideas. a flexible learning space that can be
changed when required for the type of learning that is happening.
There are spaces for all kindsof learning and learners2A Physical
SpaceA Virtual SpaceAn Open Commons Concept A Forum for
Experimental Learning
From David Loertschers Flip this LibraryLoertschers key features
of a Learning CommonsPhysical Space: Flexible, able to be
rearranged Flexible booking, not all one class, comfortable place,
able to get help with projectsVirtual Space: Online tools easily
accessed (Web 2.0, google, new CORE repository). Focus on digital
citizenship, tech squad to help support learnersOpen Commons: In
England public parks are Commons, a space owned by
everyoneExperimental Learning: professional development, action
research, and experimental programs are being tested, exhibited,
and analyzed, both physical and virtual, before going out for
widespread adoption in the rest of the school.
3Guiding QuestionsHow do we best support students?
What students do we support best with online/blended
learning?
What is the process for student intake into the e-Learning
Centre?
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