Laguna’s Lessons

In our class we are building a great sense of community.  Students are helping students in their lab groups and we’re even working with students in Australia to share what we are learning.  I am interested in seeing how community building affects how we learn this year.  Will our efforts at collaboration inspire us to learn more?  I don’t think anyone would argue that building a community of learners could hurt, but I would like to see if it really does help.  In my opinion, people can learn at a much deeper level when they participate in conversations about the content.  If that’s the case our class will do great…we talk an awful lot!  My challenge will be to keep our conversation focused on Science and Math and not on our social lives!!!  But it’s a start.  Let’s see if we can keep the communication flowing and get everyone involved!

What are your suggestions for ways to get our class talking about the topics?  Can you think of more ways to grow as a community of learners?  I’m up for anything that helps us takes our learning to a deeper level.