Building a Great Alt Ed Program/School - Curriculum part two

This week we discuss varying modes of Alternative Education Curriculum and how they worked in the classroom - as well as the “Whys” the “Hows”.  

Project-Based Learning works, but not always - you cannot always expect what works for one to work for another.  

Problem Solving  - This, too can be effective, and there are many ways you can integrate this with project-based, writing, math, science. 

How are you creating an atmosphere and environment in which students have control, interest, find relevance, and access enough to build on their skills (and improve them) for each and every student - without leaving them in the cold?   This is where you need to understand your resources, and take on input from the students - they are a wealth of experience and information!  

Are you doing work? Are you facilitating?  Are you planning with each student in mind?  What are YOU LEARNING??

Some Reading to mull over.....

Low Performing Students - Why They Fall Behind & How to Help Them Succeed  

Building a Successful Alternative High School Program Through Love, High Expectations, and Restorative Education

Alternative Curriculum

Learning differences: Is an alternative curriculum for my student?

Reimagining Alternative Education Alternative education should be framed not as a last resort for ‘bad’ students but as a way to provide positive, intentional supports.

Alternative Education: Making a Difference

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