Learner-Centered Scheduling

84% of learners at Embark Education agree they have a say in their learning. Desire the same for your students? Try increasing student agency by ceding control over their weekly schedules. Learn how Embark educators teach time management skills so learners can prioritize assignments, opt into desired choice lessons, plan for independent work, and schedule their time using Google Calendar. Gain inspiration and the concrete, transferable tools to launch your student-centered scheduling practice.

Snapshot Poster Presentations
Scheduling,
Student Engagement,
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