EdQuiddity provides online, on-demand professional learning experiences so that a school or district of educators can delve into critical topics in education. In this post, we talk about our Professional Learning Experience (PLE) titled “Fostering Student Agency Through Differentiated Activity Lists.”

Bridging the Gap in Education

In the world of education, a persistent challenge prevails — the achievement gap. Teachers find themselves standing at a crossroads, grappling with the daunting task of meeting the diverse needs of their students. The classroom is a mosaic of unique learners, each with distinct strengths and challenges. However, the traditional approach to education often falls short, leaving teachers without the necessary tools to address individual students’ needs effectively. This struggle to address individual learning needs contributes to a widening gap in achievement. EdQuiddity Inc offers schools and districts a transformational online, on-demand, Professional Learning Experience that equips educators with the means to bridge this gap and empower their students — “Fostering Student Agency Through Differentiated Activity Lists.”

Student Agency: Unleashing the Power of Choice and Voice to Empower Learners

At the heart of effective education lies the concept of student agency — the belief that students should play an active role in their learning journey. There is transformational power in granting students the autonomy to make choices and express their voices. This PLE delves into the difference between choice and voice, and offers resources for achieving each. It also drives home the connection between student agency and executive function skills, creating a foundation for lifelong learning. Telling students what to do requires them to focus and carry out those instructions; offering students choices of multiple ways to learn requires them to use a larger number of the 40 key executive function skills (see Table 1.1 in this article: “Executive Function Is the Key to Student Achievement“).

The Crucial Role of Differentiation: Tailoring Education for All

Differentiation is the key to unlocking the potential of every learner. This PLE illuminates the importance of differentiation and focuses on a key tool: the differentiated activity list. This tool offers choice & voice along with individualized learning. We walk the user through designing a differentiated activity list, including the five types of instructional activities, strategies for students with disabilities, and strategies for supporting ELLs/MLs.

Navigating the Landscape of Professional Learning: A Comprehensive Approach

Within the PLE, participants engage with a series of 12 content modules designed to equip educators with practical tools and insights. From understanding the basics to designing self-assessment and reflection activities, each module is a building block toward creating a dynamic and personalized learning experience. The PLE is laid out to offer educators choice as well in how they learn. But this is not a course; it’s a whole-school resource. Once a school enrolls, the PLE resources can be used in faculty meetings, PD days, post-observation conferences, planning, PLCs, and more. It’s all about creating a Culture of Professional Learning.

Transform Your School to Foster Student Agency: Enroll Now for a Revolution in Education

The time for change is now. To embark on a journey toward fostering student agency through differentiated activity lists, enroll your school today. Visit here to discover more about this transformational Professional Learning Experience. For school pricing and to map the PLE to your goals, reach out — no obligation or pressure — to Nik at solutions@edquiddity.com. Empower teachers and students, bridge the achievement gap, and pave the way for a more inclusive and personalized educational experience.

In the realm of schooling, change begins with educators. By embracing the principles of student agency and differentiation, we can revolutionize the classroom and create a learning environment where every student thrives. The power to transform education lies in your hands — seize it now — solutions@edquiddity.com. To learn more about our other Professional Learning Experiences, click here.