1. The Scholarly Pursuits
Think Like a Disciplinarian

2. Scholarly Pursuits and the 13 Principles of Differentiation
The use of the Scholarly Pursuits helps students see how their research project or report relates to what scholars in the field do.
The Scholarly Pursuits are utilized by the teacher to help students be more self-directed.
The following list helps students see themselves not just as students, but as scholars.

3. A scholar perseveres and exercises their intellect.
Prepares for lessons
Participates in independent study
Practices intellectual humility, integrity, and perseverance.

4. A scholar saves ideas by organizing new facts.
Keeps track of learning in notebook or journal
Prioritizes and summarizes learning experiences

5. A scholar takes time to ponder.
Thinks metaphorically and productively vs. reproductively
Elaborates connections between facts and big ideas
Differentiates facts, concepts and the rules that govern them

6. A scholar conducts research and uses many references.
Researches a topic from a variety of authors or editors and sources
Utilizes a variety of resources including multimedia resources to develop advanced level projects.

7. A scholar sets goals, both short-term and long-term.
Scripts a vision of intellectual autonomy
Values intellectual stamina and tenacity
Fosters a feeling of accomplishment and the idea of making a contribution

8. A scholar has curiosity and asks questions.
Learns to ask questions that are factual, analytical, and evaluative
Asks questions of peers rather than just teacher
Formulates questions about material while reading

9. A scholar has a thirst for knowledge.
Develops a passion for a topic or discipline
Commits to test knowledge through experience and persistence
Keeps a list of unanswered questions for future investigations

10. A scholar takes pride in the quality of their work.
Strives for professional level excellence
Not satisfied until the job is done right

11. A scholar sees many points of view.
Develops empathy
Researches ideas from different authors, time periods, and/or historians
Evaluates research from different roles in society

12. Classroom Application
Introduce Scholarly Pursuits early in the year.
Discuss what each one means.
Use examples of scholars.

13. Activities: “Scholar in a Box” Biography Scholar Posters
Biographical Independent Study