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Explore new talents and interests with an exploratory learning program that offers varied experiences in creative environments, aiming to meet physical, emotional, and intellectual needs while fostering self-confidence. Discover the advantages and formats of exploratory learning through a mini-course and student choice electives.
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Exploratory and Service Learning CallenGrulkowski, Reid Jordan, KoreyRottscheit, Kassie Kuehn
Exploratory Learning • A program that offers experiences in a wide variety of areas. It allows student an opportunity to experiment with ideas, concepts, and activities in different learning environments
Three Goals of E.L. • To meet the physical, emotional, and intellectual needs of the adolescent. • To allow for creativity and exploration • To help students develop a positive self-concept
Mini Course • Please follow your instructor. • Scalene-Kassie • Isosceles- Reid • Equilateral- Callen
Advantages We Came Up With • Breaks the monotony of traditional core classes. • Provides students with choices. • Peaks their interest. • Gives all students a chance to excel. • Helps students to explore new talents and pursuits.
Exploratory Learning Format Vocational Training Introductory mini-courses Home Economics Industrial Arts Art Foreign Language Line-Dancing Calligraphy Soccer Board Games
Exploratory Learning Format Student Choice Required Electives Students get to choose from a list of many options. Students have little to no choice in their elective courses.
Exploratory Learning Format • Time • Year long courses meeting 2-3 times a week • Trimester or semester courses that switch at the end of the term. • Exploratory Learning Day/Week
Successful Exploratory Program Parks Middle School, Baltimore
Challenges • Facilities • Instructors • Justification • Scheduling • Conflict/Reluctance • $$$