Learning Behaviors

SBIR Learning Behaviors

”Learning Behaviors” are defined as learned actions that enable students to access learning and interact with others productively in the community. The frequency and quality of the learning behavior being demonstrated are considered when reporting. 

Learning Behavior Reporting Codes: 

1 - Meets Expectations 

2 - Making Progress Towards Expectations 

3 - Limited/No Progress Towards Expectations

There are 5 learning behaviors included on the elementary report card.  These behaviors are taught and reinforced through a student's day, as these are behaviors that will help them to be more successful in school.  Below are the 5 learning behaviors, as well as the indicators for each.

Demonstrates Interpersonal Skills

• Shows respect to peers and adults
• Interacts positively with peers and adults
• Shares opinions respectfully
• Contributes positively to the classroom and school community
• Demonstrates digital citizenship

Demonstrates Responsibility

• Follows established schoolwide and classroom procedures
• Follows oral and written directions
• Exhibits self-control and manages emotions
• Participates actively in learning
• Manages time effectively to complete work
• Organizes and manages materials
• Accepts responsibility for actions

Demonstrates Perseverance

• Works through challenges
• Attempts new strategies when needed
• Solves problems
• Asks questions and seeks information
• Accepts and learns from feedback
• Demonstrates stamina

Demonstrates Collaboration

• Works cooperatively in a variety of settings (e.g. whole group, small group, online, guided, and unguided)
• Thinks flexibly
• Acknowledge others’ ideas
• Demonstrates ability to reach compromise
• Shares responsibility
• Contributes to conversations and group discussions

Demonstrates Initiative

• Takes appropriate academic risks
• Begins task without prompting
• Demonstrates self-advocacy
• Uses technology to demonstrate learning
• Selects appropriate tool(s) for the task
• Seeks to improve work