The design supports multiple pathways for achievement. The design enhances application to related fields and to authentic problems in real-world settings. The design encourages learning activities at home, workplace, and in community settings. The design provides pedagogical and content support for students, including connections to resources and experts outside of their classrooms. The design provides opportunities for students to continue to learn and supports their innovation and creativity.
Assessment of learning is ongoing, uses multiple methodologies, and includes authentic products.
The system of assessment is effective, utilizes multiple approaches, probes the limits of students mastery, and includes an ongoing evaluation process. Assessment probes learners abilities to demonstrate depth, application, and flexibility of learning. Assessment is an integral, formative part of instruction and helps instructors and students to select or modify activities to meet individual needs. The technological infrastructure adds value to the educational setting. The infrastructure is based on readily available devices with open architectures and can evolve as new capabilities emerge.