Introverted or Extroverted Energy Seekers (A Community of Learners)

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Objective

To identify students, and yourself, as those who seek energy internally (through their inner thoughts) or externally (by interacting with people) and to design appropriate collaborative protocols. 

The estimated activity time is 45-60 minutes.

Stop & Think

Key (T – teacher; SL – school leader; DL – district leader)

The text “Introverted Energy or Extroverted Energy” makes a distinction between people who seek their energy from internal means and those who gain energy from external sources. As you consider your students in a remote and hybrid classroom, understanding which type of energy seeker they are can help cultivate an affirming learning environment.

  • In remote learning, what student actions might be misinterpreted due to a student having the opposite energy type from you? (T, SL)
  • What benefits and challenges might introverted energy seekers experience in an online environment? (T, SL, DL)
  • What benefits and challenges might extroverted energy seekers experience in an online environment? (T, SL, DL)
  • How do you ensure equitable and full participation for all of your students? (T, SL)
  • How do you oversee the quality of communication between school and home? (SL, DL)

Brainstorm & Design

View “Accountable to the Learning Community” and design a silent discussion or small-group discussion activity for your students. Determine how you can implement these accountability points into your remote/hybrid learning environment to ensure that all of your students have a voice. Designed for introverted or extroverted energy seekers.