Expected Student Learning Results


Details of Expected Student Learning Results, 
with Indicators


Insightful Learners and
Effective
Communicators

Indicators


     Students are well versed in the language and practice of information processes: communication, problem solving, learning, reflection, creativity and research.

1.1    Students are proficient in applying rational principles and practices to problem solving and reasoning (NCTM, 1989;  NSTA, 1996).

1.2    Students raise questions about the world and seek answers through inquiry (AAAS, 1993).

1.3    Students use multiple communication strategies for various purposes in different disciplines, and read and produce a wide range of print and non-print media to build understanding (IRA/NCTE, 1996).

1.4    Students make oral, visual and written presentations in various disciplines to exchange information (IRA/NCTE, 1996).

1.5    Students are independent, self-motivated, productive and reflective learners (NAEYC/NAECSSDE, 1992).

1.6    Students demonstrate thinking that is analytic, critical, evaluative, reflective and creative (NAEYC/NAECSSDE, 1992;  NCTM, 1989;  CNAA, 1994;  IRA/NCTE, 1996;  MENC, 1992).

1.7  Students communicate life experiences through observation, reflection and production within and across the arts disciplines (CNAA, 1994;  MENC 1992).


Reflective Spiritual
Beings
 

Indicators


     Students are encouraged to develop a personal faith identity through study, reflection and practice.

2.1    Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the significant figures, stories, historical events, themes and teachings of both the Old and New Testaments of the Christian Bible.

2.2    Students communicate personal experiences of faith, examine personal values and articulate new insights resulting from their reflection on the Christian Bible, its values, and their own faith and daily lives.

2.3    Students demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the significant figures, stories, historical events, themes and teachings of major world religions, and articulate various religious perspectives.

2.4  Students develop a personal faith identity and demonstrate a living faith through their questions, explorations, choices, relationships and actions.


Active Global Citizens


Indicators

     
       Students understand, respect and value a variety of cultures, possess a positive attitude toward the peoples of the world and seek to use world resources wisely.

3.1    Students explain their role in the Shanghai and greater China communities and demonstrate meaningful interaction in these communities through local service work, athletic or artistic interactions or other community events.

3.2    Students explore their own cultural heritage.

3.3    Students demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of various cultures and worldviews (GESP, 1994;  NCHS, 1994).

3.4    Students exhibit an ability to communicate in a second modern language.

3.5    Students make connections between differing cultural norms, beliefs and practices as a result of classroom study and school travel.

3.6    Students demonstrate the ability to participate in the democratic process and understand the rights and responsibilities of democratic citizenship.

3.7   Students exhibit respectful behavior toward the environment and the world’s resources (NSTA, 1996).


Principle-centered
Leaders
and
Team Members

Indicators


       Students develop effective leadership and collaborative skills.

4.1    Students make wise lifestyle choices based on an understanding of sound principles and practices of psychological, physiological, cognitive and emotional health (JCNHES, 1995).

4.2    Students participate in, analyze and reflect on various leadership and supportive roles (NAEYC/NAECSSDE, 1992).

4.3    Students develop and live their personal mission statements.

4.4    Students make positive contributions to the Concordia community with the support of parents and teachers (NAEYC/NAECSSDE, 1992).

4.5    Students resolve conflict through non-violent strategies and effective interpersonal communication  (JSNHES, 1995;  NASP, 1995).

 4.6   Students work successfully and respectfully both independently and cooperatively.