There are dozens of ways WAB students are already directly involved in co-creating their learning experiences. For example, after Grade 5 students returned from their outdoor adventure camp, they worked with their teacher to discuss and plan a way in which they could reflect upon their experiences. Students consulted their teachers to determine the best way to demonstrate their learning outcomes, like through a video, a narrative writing piece, or even creating a brochure for the camp.

In discussing how students at WAB co-construct their curriculum, one prime example is the Capstone Program. Students who have a special interest or experience in a specific industry or field collaborate with teachers and mentors to create their own curriculum, including assignments, learning goals, progress reports, and assessments. This type of co-construction works within and outside an established essential curriculum at WAB.

This Target shares a common goal with some of the others: to give students more choice and ownership over their learning – a practice that has proven to help students engage and improve learning outcomes.

As we progress with the FLoW21 journey, we will see increased opportunity for students to take ownership of their learning and co-constructing their learning experiences and curriculum.