There is a boatload of research that shows that learners learn best when they have a say with their learning. This is equally true for children as it is for adults.
Dan Pink recently authored a book titled Drive: the surprising truth behind what motivates us. In it he outlines how the best learners need autonomy, mastery and purpose in order to succeed. To achieve any of this learners must be provided the opportunity to own their own learning and trusted with the responsibility to engage in life-long learning.
I wonder what effect this information will have on how we provide teachers with professional development opportunities?
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