Approaches to Learning: A practical guide AtL: Organization Discovery Adapted from: Approaches to Learning: A practical guide Chapter 1

Objectives Understand the meaning, benefits and challenges associated with organization

Learner Profile Links Communicator Reflective Good organization is essential to be able to express ideas Reflective Ability to understand one’s own strengths and limitations in regards to organization

Types of Organization Self management Time management Goal setting Organization of learning materials Time management Using time effectively Keeping to deadlines Keeping an agenda or calendar

Levels of Organization Time Management With guidance you complete tasks with the given time Your are on time to class With guidance you begin to organize yourself to complete tasks in a given time You are on time to class With advice you organize yourself to complete tasks in a given time You are on time to class With minimal or no advice you organize yourself to complete tasks in a given time You independently organize yourself to complete tasks in a given time Self With guidance you use an agenda or calendar You come to class prepared You begin identify strengths and weaknesses With occasional guidance you use an agenda or calendar You begin to develop goals and focus your learning You use an agenda or calendar You come to class prepared with an approach to learning You further develop goals to focus your learning You use an agenda or calendar effectively You identify steps needed to further extend your goals You identify steps needed to achieve your goals What is my current level? What are my strengths and areas for improvement? How could I move up a level?