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Belonging

We all share the need to be seen, and the need to belong. Having a platform upon which these needs can be met is crucial for supporting our learning, our growth, and our ability to contribute. Here's a recent talk from the On Being Podcast with Brené Brown where this

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After School Musing

Work Ethic. What is it? How is it observed? How is it defined? How is it evaluated? How do evaluations of our work ethic affect our interaction and engagement with the world? As with many traits and skills, the quality or manifestation of an individual’s ‘work ethic’ can often assume

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Resources on Whole Person Learning

At LEARN Inc., as we strive to support students in becoming global citizens that are self-actualized and able to contribute their unique gifts to pursuits that aid in the wonderfulness of themselves and their world, we work to ensure that we are cultivating learning opportunities that honor the whole person.

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Quadcopter Footage Above LEARN Inc.

We're back from holiday and we're excited to be diving back into our projects, activities, and pursuits. Here's a view of our Missoula winterscape as captured via quadcopter by one of our students.

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Mindfulness in Learning

“Mindfulness is the awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally.” – Jon Kabat-Zinn In looking at mindfulness through this lens, the action and practice of being mindful is something that can be included throughout our daily activities and daily thinking. We can be mindful

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The Power of Neurodiversity

The power of our understanding of neurodiversity is our ability to cultivate thriving social ecosystems. In the talk below, Christy Hutton shares her personal experiences within the education system, and she discusses her research into neurodiversity and its role within the learning structures we develop to foster student success. Problem-solving

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After School Musing

On the idea of being ready: ‘Being ready’ can be described as the experience of being engaged and in anticipation for what is about to occur. In learning environments, we are often asked to demonstrate readiness. This could be for participation in a group activity; it could be for the

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After School Musing

Where's the Content? It’s everywhere. It exists in and around every environment we come in contact with – even the digital environment. Through a combination of self-discovery and outside facilitation, we are able to uncover the content we crave and the content that might expand our ability to interact with

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Spacetime Simulation

We love seeing concepts made accessible for learning. Here's Dan Burns explaining gravity through spacetime simulation.

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The Shifting Educational Paradigm

The educational paradigm is changing. It needs to. At LEARN Inc. we are grateful to be part of realizing this shift. We see the value in supporting students with whole-person learning opportunities, and we know that student-driven learning environments that honor choice and autonomy foster crucial skills in critical-thinking and

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A Foundation for Support

“If a flower doesn’t bloom, you change the environment in which it lives, not the flower.” – Alexander Den Heijer We know that no single learning approach or model works for everyone. No silver bullet fits or meets the needs of each of our uniqueness. This understanding of diversity within

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After School Musing

As a facilitator, I am constantly observing the interactions between individuals, gauging whether each individual’s expressions are communicating interest, engagement, frustration, joy, fear, etc. As an observer, when I see individuals unable to access understanding, harmony, or compassion, I desire to step in and offer my support. I would guess

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Learner Autonomy

At LEARN Inc. we really value learner autonomy. It's a foundation from which we build all of our opportunities and practices. In the TEDx talk below, Jon Stolk discusses the ways in which we can cultivate environments and interactions that foster individual choice, trust, and engagement. Like Jon, we are

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Explorations in Worldview

Recently, we have been exploring the idea of 'worldviews' using resources from the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS). We are finding value in this exploration because it is offering us opportunities to reflect on the complexities of what it means to be human within the social and ecological structures of

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Offering Feedback

Offering and receiving feedback is an integral part of communication, and it can contribute to life-serving interactions for all involved. Although feedback can sometimes be challenging to engage (both as the speaker and the listener), we can use compassionate communication strategies to support our needs, identify our requests, and strengthen

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When We Need Empathy

There are times when what we need, above all else, is empathy. Sometimes, when we seek support from others to try and meet this need, it can be so clear to the other person what is contributing to our experience that they may offer advice or suggestions in hopes that

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The Rational Decision-Maker, The Instant Gratification Monkey, and The Panic Monster

This TedTalk is entitled "Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator". Some of the students recently connected with the experiences that Tim Urban describes. What do you think? Are you familiar with the Panic Monster? Are you working on areas of your lifescape that don't have a deadline? How do

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A Poem For People on This Wednesday

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Expressing Feelings and Needs

Communicating compassionately can be integral in cultivating authentic, strong relationships. It can help us provide supportive platforms for fostering understanding, growth, and collaboration. Integral within this practice is the use of feelings and needs words to help communicate experience effectively, so that others may be able to connect with what

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Interactive Weather Map

We are fascinated with this interactive weather map from Windy.com. Observe the current status of Earth's winds, clouds, precipitation, waves, and pressure systems. We hope you enjoy as much as we do.

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Relationships for Growth

The following is a view into Dr. Carl Rogers’ examination of the components involved in creating relationships that foster growth and self-actualization in another. Rogers’ words are denoted by italicized text, and are taken from his book On Becoming a Person. Rogers’ research and discussion on growth relationships is valuable

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A Podcast on LEARN Inc. and Educational Intention

Listen to LEARN Inc.'s Executive Director, Zach Morris, talk with Debbie Reber, founder and host of the Tilt Parenting Podcast, about the mission and philosophy behind the cultivation of whole-person learning opportunities. Zach describes a compassionate lens for approaching education that offers individuals a platform to actively engage in their

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Another View of Empathy

Here's another view into what empathy is by looking at what it isn't. Dr. Marshall Rosenberg discusses the complexities of offering support to the people outside of us by differentiating between 'intellectual understanding' and 'empathy'.

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What are People Saying

“This has given my child an excitement about school he has never had. He had no idea that school could be interesting and directly impact what his interests and goals are.”

- Parent

“I like getting to go and learn about new places in the community. I feel less stressed and more energized.”

- 12-year old student

“To learn used to mean to go to school and do work that might be important later in life. Now I have a whole new vision. Learning is something I can control. We have the choice to work on what we want to work on here.”

- 10-year old student
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