{"id":419581,"date":"2014-10-12T08:40:06","date_gmt":"2014-10-12T12:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/?p=419581"},"modified":"2018-10-12T09:02:02","modified_gmt":"2018-10-12T13:02:02","slug":"guide-personalized-learning-experiences-develop-community","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/research\/articles\/guide-personalized-learning-experiences-develop-community\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Personalized Learning Experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>2. Develop Community<\/h2>\n<p>Strong, positive relationships are the lifeblood of personalized learning experiences. Having strong connections between students, teachers, school leaders and the community creates a sense of engagement and belonging. When learners and educators feel engaged, they are more successful.<\/p>\n<h3>Methods<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Create a rhythm of conferencing<\/strong> with learners to check in, with frequent and open communication.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Encourage frequent and multiple interactions<\/strong> with peers, teachers, leadership and community members.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Build teams of teachers<\/strong> who work together on cross-disciplinary projects and make decisions together.<\/p>\n<div class=\"u-shaded u-shaded--light\">\n<p><strong>Story from the Field<\/strong><br \/>\nSteelcase Education researchers observed a site familiar in many schools that actively implement personalized learning experiences: a genuine emotional connection between students and teachers and their principal. Instead of functioning as a remote authority figure, the principal was engaged and interested in the school community. The principal crouched down to look at students eye-to-eye as they shared their feelings or answered a quick question about their classroom progress; teachers were stopped for a quick check in to evaluate classroom activity or determine whether the teacher needed additional support. A a result, we saw students proactively flock to and high-five the principal like a local celebrity. These frequent, friendly interactions underscored the shared understanding that relationships are essential to personalized learning experiences &#8212; and important contributors to creating a strong sense of community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Launch Pad: Try these Personalized Learning activities today<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Use Explicit Signage<\/strong><br \/>\nClearly stating school or classroom priorities, such as goals or valued character traits, reminds everyone of their sense of responsibility and accountability to others.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Create Supportive Spaces<\/strong><br \/>\nPhysical spaces should encourage teachers and students to connect one-on-one and develop productive relationships.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Model Behavior<\/strong><br \/>\nEngaging in and modeling ideal behavior is critical for students, teachers and school leaders.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>NEXT CHAPTER<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/research\/articles\/guide-personalized-learning-experiences-nurture-trust\/\">Nurture Trust by Granting Freedom<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>PREVIOUS CHAPTER<\/strong> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.steelcase.com\/research\/articles\/guide-personalized-learning-experiences-respect-learner\/\">Know + Respect the Learner<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2. 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