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School-Centered vs Learner-Centered Practices

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Learner-Centered Mindsets and Beliefs

 

Educators and instructional leaders can use this table as a reflection tool to identify specific opportunities to shift from a school-centered paradigm to a learner-centered paradigm. Please complete the form below to access the resource. Thank you!

 

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