Learning Communities
This module is designed to give you an introduction to what Learning Communities means to us and the many ways you will see it interwoven into you’re your role as a Yew Chung/Yew Wah educator.
Course Overview
Introduction
A message from Dr Chan, our CEO.
Learning at Yew chung and Yew Wah
Defining Characteristics of Learning Communities
Education Director - Martin Scott discussing Learning Communities
Why Learning Communities?
Discussion Activity
The Two Key Tenants of Learning Communities
The Learning Communities Teacher and Discussion Board Activity
Professional Learning Communities
How Learning Communities support teacher growth
How Learning Communities support teacher growth (pt2)
Discussion Board Activity
The key components of the Learning Communities approach to curriculum delivery
Planning Cycle
Unit Formation
The Hook
Developing Rubrics
Plot the Structure
What subjects to integrate
Making learning visible
Additional Resources (optional)
The Authentic Audience
Student responsibilities
Students from YCIS Beijing sharing about Learning Communities
Celebrating Success
Conclusion and Discussion Board Activity
Learning Reflection