The following list provides an overview of the latest research findings in learning that hold significance for technology planning efforts. The vision of learning associated with systemic reform efforts holds students responsible for their own learning, using a repertoire of strategies and energized by collaborative learning.
Assessments are performance-based, generative, equitable, seamless, and ongoing.
Instructional models are responsive to student needs and requests and orient the learner toward constructing meaning by providing meaningful activities and experiences. Learning contexts are collaborative, knowledge-building, and value diversity, multiple perspectives. Student roles include acting as explorer, cognitive apprentice, peer tutor, and knowledge producer. A section of Plugging In deals specifically with learning research . In addition, Pathways to School Improvement has several sections that deal with critical issues for assessment.