Involving Learners in School Development.pdf

How to involve learners in school development

1. Involving Learners
in School
Development
Glaiza T. Palatino

2. Why do we have
to involve the
learners?

7. Why Involve Learners in
School Development?
Fosters a sense of ownership and
responsibility.
Enhances student engagement and
motivation.
Brings fresh perspectives to school
policies and projects.
Develops leadership and decision-
making skills in students.

8. Key Benefits of Student
Participation
Improves school culture and
environment.
Promotes inclusive decision-making.
Enhances communication between
staff and students.
Empowers learners to advocate for
their needs

9. Ways to Involve Learners
in School Development
Student Organizations: Giving
students a platform to represent their
peers.
Feedback Surveys: Regular student
input on teaching, infrastructure, and
events.
Focus Groups: Involving students in
school committees (e.g., for curriculum
review, well-being, facilities).
Leadership Programs: Encouraging
students to lead school-wide initiatives.

10. Examples of Student
Involvement in Action
Curriculum Input: Schools
incorporating student ideas in
the course structure.
Design Projects: Student-led
school improvement projects
(e.g., eco-friendly campus).
Policy Influence: Students
shaping policies on discipline,
uniforms, or digital learning.

11. Overcoming Challenges
in Student Involvement
Lack of student interest → Solution:
Create exciting opportunities that
appeal to their interests.
Power imbalance → Solution: Establish
equal roles and ensure their voices are
truly valued.
Limited resources → Solution: Start
small with scalable projects.

12. Supporting Student
Involvement
Encourage open communication and
regular check-ins.
Provide leadership and mentorship
opportunities.
Offer training in project
management and collaboration.
Recognize and celebrate student
contributions to foster continuous
involvement.

13. Looking Forward
Moving towards more inclusive,
student-centered education.
Creating lifelong skills of
citizenship and leadership in
learners.
Continuous improvement through
student feedback loops.

14. The Power of Student Voice
in School Development
Involving students in school
development is crucial for
fostering a collaborative and
engaging learning environment.
With student input, schools can
become more dynamic, adaptable,
and supportive of learner needs.

15. Tell me and I forget.
Teach me and I remember.
Involve me and I learn.