Learning Protocols

Instructions and suggestions for how to use this type of activity in your classroom.

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Values-Identities-Actions

This learning protocol encourages students to explore the connection between their personal values, identities, and…

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Engagement 'Gallery'

This learning protocol is an interactive classroom exercise where students visit a number of statements…

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Step Inside

This learning protocol invites students to explore different perspectives by stepping into the shoes of…

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3-2-1 Reflection

This learning protocol encourages students to reflect on their experiences, articulate their thoughts, and identify…

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I used to think... Now I think

This learning protocol encourages students to reflect on their thinking about a topic, exploring how…

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Connect-Extend-Challenge

This learning protocol helps students to use lesson content to build a deeper understanding -…

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Compass Points

This learning protocol encourages students to develop and evaluate an idea or proposition more deeply.…

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See-Think-Wonder

This learning protocol invites students into careful observation and thoughtful interpretation, stimulating curiosity and encouraging…

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The Four C's

This learning protocol helps students to produce written responses that facilitate group discussions. The focus…

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Colour-Symbol-Image

This learning protocol encourages students to express the understanding of the ideas they've engaged through…

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Tug for Truth

This learning protocol encourages careful reasoning about the various factors influencing questions of truth, highlighting…

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Word-Phrase-Sentence

This learning protocol is designed to structure conversations, by encouraging students to engage with resources…

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3-2-1 Bridge

This learning protocol encourages students to explore their initial thoughts, ideas, and questions about a…

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Take Note

The 'Take Note' thinking routine was developed by Project Zero, a research centre at the…

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Step In, Step Out, Step Back

This learning protocol is all about helping students to consider the perspective of others. It…

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Think-Puzzle-Explore

This learning protocol encourages critical thinking by inviting students to consider what they already know,…