REVISED++Learning+Platform+Definition

Revised 5/25/11
A learning platform is focused on the student and is based on the belief that students will commit their attention and persistence to work that has meaning to them.

This is evidenced by:
 * Students committing and persisting to create knowledge;
 * Teachers designing engaging learning experiences and articulating clear learning goals;
 * Students creating paths to master learning goals based on formative assessment;
 * Teachers collaborating and designing differentiated opportunities utilizing assessment data;
 * Students and teachers demonstrating profound conceptual understanding utilizing a variety of resources and strategies including the seamless integration of technology.