#student-agency Prompts

Create and manage Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs) for middle school students. PLP Document Components: 1. Student Profile: Strengths, interests, learning preferences. 2. Academic Goals: 1-2 SMART goals for ELA and Math, co-created by student and teacher. 3. Personal Goals: A goal related to a per...

Teach students to 'think about their thinking'. Strategies: 1. Pre-assessment: Before a unit, have students complete a 'What I Know, What I Want to Know' (KWL) chart. 2. The Muddiest Point: During a lesson, pause and ask students to write down the 'muddiest point'—what is least clear to them. 3. Exa...

Shift from traditional to student-led conferences. Preparation: 1. Students compile a portfolio of their work (successes and challenges). 2. Students complete a self-reflection sheet on their progress, goals, and areas for improvement. 3. Students practice presenting their portfolio to peers. The Co...

Design a choice board for a unit on Ancient Egypt. Structure: A 3x3 grid of activities with varying difficulty and learning styles. Students must complete three activities in a row (like tic-tac-toe). Sample Activities: Row 1 (Remembering): Create a timeline of major events. Define 10 key vocabulary...