Outcome+7

=Outcome #7: Define key concepts/common language relating to MY philosophy=

(add any information, links, and start or respond to a discussion post related to Outcome #7 ;-)

Can this be a page which will support our growth in understanding the MY's philosohy, and ensuring that we are grounded in theory and current research? The purpose of this may be to: - develop a common understanding within our team conversations, - construct our understanding on current research and literature, - assist with the development of a glossary for our MY resource, and ultimately, - enhance the implementation of the MY philosophy in MB MY classroom communities.

A practical **format** may be:
 * __TERM/CONCEPT__** - [SOURCE] - Comment


 * For example:**

__Comment:__ This article focuses on nurturing the MY`s learner to maximize student engagement. I particularly like the learner centeredness within an outcome-based (standards in the US) curriculum, and the classroom teacher`s strategic role in planning for this to happen. Though very American, is this something that we may want to think about through a MB lense- http://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/cur/multilevel/index.html may be a starting point for this conversation.
 * __Independent__ vs __Self-Directed Learner__-** [Source: Northwest Regional Education Laborator. Developing Self-Directed Learners. December, 2004.]

Definition: The education provided for children in grades 5, 6, 7, and 8, regardless of the structures of the school they are attending. Middle Years education in Manitoba is considered to be distinct from, yet connected to both Early Years education (Kindergarten - Grade 4) and Senior Years education (Grades 9 - 12).
 * __Middle Years-__** [Source: MECY. Engaging Middle Years Students in Learning: A Direction for Change DRAFT. January 28, 2009.]