WIRE for Agency: Four Simple Moves That Transfer Learning Professional Development Book

When teachers cultivate children’s agency, students achieve. It’s that simple. In W I R E for Agency, two dynamic educators name four simple moves that lead to self-efficacy in students and to responsive teaching. Teachers learn to:

• Use a framework of Watch, Intend, Reflect, and Engage as a daily tool in Workshop or any literacy program
• Address all aspects of agency with concrete actions, including cultural responsiveness, self-regulation, engagement, and growth mindset
• Envision curricula and environments for student-centered learning
• Design collaborative learning experiences that give students practice with goal setting, taking action, and reflecting on progress