A student reflects on experiences that changed his goals and aspirations.
This excerpt is part of a longer interview with a student who talked about his experiences and the events that shaped him as a learner. In looking back, he recounts the challenges he experienced in his early high school years, when he did not want to be at school, avoided completing any work, and had no connection to school. He explains the impact of receiving an award as most improved student, and the teachers who gave him options to use his strengths to represent what he knew.
This interview was part of a series of interviews that explored some of the factors that lead to challenges and successes for students in completing school.
I communicate effectively in well-constructed forms that are effective in terms of my audience and purpose.
I acquire, critically analyse, and integrate well-chosen information from a range of sources. I show understanding and control of the forms and technologies I use. In discussion and collaboration, I acknowledge different perspectives, and look for commonalities. I offer both leadership and support; I am flexible and have a variety of strategies and experiences to draw on. I am able to represent my learning and my goals, and connect these to my previous experiences. I accept constructive feedback and use it to move forward.