KQED News Mind/Shift – Trevor Mackenzie
“As of late, this has become increasingly apparent as teachers and students have pivoted to more distance learning experiences. Supporting students in this different educational landscape has proven challenging for many. In the circumstances where student agency had been cultivated and nurtured in the brick-and-mortar classroom setting, I have witnessed that students have transitioned more smoothly into distance learning and have been more successful in a hybrid model. Their ability to manage their time and self-direct; their engagement with their learning and seemingly inherent curiosity; and their critical thinking and collaboration skills all have been at the forefront of what has helped them be successful in several modalities. ” (more)