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seems right to have a deeper
conversation about this topic as
wireless devices for each student
are becoming a reality and will
pave the way for more
personalized learning with
multiple projects and learning
paths happening simultaneously
in the same instructional
room.

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voices-innovative-learning-spaces-transform-the-hartland-lakeside-school-
District/

While the District has successfully incorporated a number of these innovative concepts in
new construction, the reality is that funds have not been available to take on larger scale
projects to bring these concepts to all
classrooms. However, even with
limited funds the District will begin
conversations with school leaders
about these concepts. School leaders
need to have a clear picture of the
ideal so they can map out a
reasonable path to get there.
Administrators and teachers who
express interest will, with District
guidance and support, be encouraged
and empowered to do smaller, lower
cost modifications to improve their
areas to incrementally move toward
the ideal environment.
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learning-spaces/

Actionable beginning steps for the District include:

 Bring together District, school, and external experts to identify the trends and design
concepts that support meaningful and innovative instruction.
 Enlighten school leaders of the need and facilitate an understanding of what the
ideal learning space looks like.
 Create a model classroom as well as media center learning space in each region.

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