TASK 2 : Action in the PYP by https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9 en-us 2022-11-20 12:57:29 UTC 2022-11-20 18:15:48 UTC hello@padlet.com How is learner agency connected to student action? franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391399758 2022-11-20 13:01:41 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391399758 franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391552140 The IB defines agency as "The power to take meaningful and intentional action, and acknowledges the rights and responsibilities of the individual, supporting voice, choice, and ownership for everyone in the learning community". (PYP Resources, 2020)]]> 2022-11-20 17:06:13 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391552140 franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391553498 Whereas action is considered to be both an application of learning and an opportunity for students to engage in a form of contribution or service. (P. Curtin, 2016)]]> 2022-11-20 17:08:22 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391553498 franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391561377 Agency and action are two key elements of the learning process. When students elaborate some kind of project for their learning process, they are exercising their action. However, when they choose how to do it, or when, they are using agency. 

Both of them complement and are connected to each other. Without the agency of every individual, the collective action would not be possible.]]> 2022-11-20 17:20:33 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391561377 What kind of opportunities can be created within the learning for action to arise? franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391563125 2022-11-20 17:22:47 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391563125 franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391569754 Action can take the consequent forms: participation, advocacy, social justice, social entrepreneurship, or life choices.]]> 2022-11-20 17:32:21 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391569754 Participation franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391572157 The students are actively involved in the learning community and demonstrate a dedication to giving back both as a person and as a group.]]> 2022-11-20 17:36:14 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391572157 Advocacy franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391573033 The students take action individually or collectively to publicly support positive social, environmental or political change.]]> 2022-11-20 17:37:35 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391573033 Social justice franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391576081 The students take action putting constructive change about human rights, equality, and equity into practice. They are interested in social justice, social well-being, and the advantages and downsides of society.]]> 2022-11-20 17:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391576081 Social entrepreneurship franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391578422 Supporting constructive social change by meeting the needs of local, national, and international communities; applying prior knowledge and abilities to recognize and take advantage of opportunities and challenges in creative, resourceful, and sustainable ways.]]> 2022-11-20 17:46:26 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391578422 Life choices franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391583853 Making positive lifestyle changes in response to learning.]]> 2022-11-20 17:55:12 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391583853 How can teachers support and encourage action? franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391590640 2022-11-20 18:06:39 UTC https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391590640 franciscafifi2 https://padlet.com/franciscafifi2/1egs66knoch2xnj9/wish/2391590999 There are so many ways in which teachers can support and encourage action. 

For example, they can analyze different types of actions with the students by giving them examples of those ones. Verbalizing and giving praise about the action that the student has done.

Teachers can also promote the actions in different social surroundings. Reflect with the students about a past action and evaluate the choices that the students made.
Consequently, they can think and be aware of the impact that that action has had on society.

Facilitate experiences such as volunteering in their local communities so that they are able to discover their needs and think of the best way to satisfy them.

Getting a group of students together to discuss different actions that they could take to solve a difficulty. This helps them open their mind and be more creative by listening to others' ideas.

Finally, as teachers feedback and positive reinforcement is crucial to support and encourage action.

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