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=**Malcolm Public Schools MRL Site**=

May 18
The first MRL team met to debrief and discuss next steps. It was suggested that:
 * The MRL I and MRL II teams debrief after each session.
 * The MRL I team will be trained in rounds after the September MRL Session - most likely on the September 25 early dismissal.
 * The potential exists for a book study on The Highly Engaged Classroom


 * August 13, 2012**


 * Developing Principles of Learning**

Teaching American History Learning occurs best when:
 * Draft Principles**


 * There is a defined learning goal
 * There is a healthy fear (there is a willingness to fail, and there is a desire to succeed) Being part of a team.
 * There is a desire to please and do their best.
 * There is a sense of belonging
 * The learning is relevant to the learner
 * Where active learning occurs
 * There are a variety of activities
 * Positive feedback is provided
 * There are repeated opportunities to practice
 * There are small steps that lead to success (chunking)
 * The content is challenging (correct level of difficulty)
 * Tangible rewards are evident
 * There is a safe environment
 * Checks for understanding
 * There is a freedom of creativity (The learning is differentiated)
 * Constructive use of technology
 * A variety of ways for students to share what they have learned

Defining Principles of Learning Essential Questions: Agenda
 * September 25 Early Dismissal**
 * To what extent is our draft sufficient?
 * What else should be included?
 * What should be changed?
 * How should we categorize the list?
 * Review the draft
 * Discuss sufficiency
 * What else should be included?
 * What should be changed?
 * Categories (Lesson Segments)
 * Routines
 * Content
 * Enacted on the Spot