302 Fresh Look at Cooperative Learning , presented by Patricia Roy Cooperative learning is an effective process for developing interpersonal skills, individual accountability and curriculum. It works best for tasks which engage students in divergent thinking, problem - solving and creativity. Current research and misconceptions surrounding cooperative learning are presented. A portfolio is initially a collection, which over time is reduced to a selection, which then becomes a reflection of the learner. Focus must be toward the impact on students rather than the activity of collecting the work.
Effective portfolios have a clear purpose, selection criteria and a process for reflection.
305 Site Based Governance , with Carl Glickman To achieve the original goal of public education, schools must be restored to democratic processes through shared governance with a covenant, a charter and a critical study process. The focus must be kept on decisions that improve instruction and learning rather than administration and maintenance. 306 Brain Compatible Learning , presented by Susan Kovalik Based on current brain research, eight critical elements of brain compatible learning are identified. The quality movement is explored including Total Quality Management, the philosophy of W. Edwards Deeming, along with Total Quality Learning and a framework for quality. Schools and school districts have experienced remarkable success and improvement through the implementation of the quality philosophy.