Self-Directed Learning and Technology

Technology can be leveraged to support student self-directedness and problem solving skills in the learning process:

Self-paced Learning in Desmos: Desmos allows lessons to be set at student pacing, meaning that students can progress through lessons at their own pace. For example, in a math lesson students can choose the sequence of activity slides they want to complete. This would allow students that feel ready to extend their learning to move at their desired pace, increasing engagement and empowering students to set their own goals in math.

Increasing Focus & Stamina: Apps like StayFocusd empower students to set time limits on the websites they might find distracting to their learning. This tool could be used to help students responsibly manage their time and technology use when working on projects. Students can be empowered to take ownership of their own time management and ability to focus rather than relying on the teacher to redirect and manage off-task activities and distractions: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/stayfocusd/laankejkbhbdhmipfmgcngdelahlfoji