Positive Learning Climates KnowledgeBase

This KnowledgeBase archive includes content and external links that were accurate and relevant as of September 30, 2019.

The Positive Learning Climates KnowledgeBase is an online resource to aid educators in nurturing school climates conducive to learning. It is organized around five elements aimed at developing a positive learning climate.

Task 3: Solicit Input from Constituent Groups and Outside Experts

Guideline: The work team should share the documented strategies with the school's principal and other groups such as teachers, support staff, parents, public safety officials and leading community members interested in the school. Soliciting input from these groups offers the opportunity to gain their input and starts building support. Relevant revisions suggested by the constituent groups may be included following this review.

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Guidelines

Guidelines for Productive Meetings

This guide from the Team Handbook might assist team members with having productive meetings.

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Effective Discussion Skills

Bringing a group of diverse people together as a team to accomplish a specific project can be a significant task. When brought together as a group, people carry with them their perceptions, beliefs, and personal agendas. This document, reproduced from The Team Handbook authored by Peter Scholtes, may help team members have effective discussions.

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