Virtual Viewpoints Podcast: Paula Dillon, Barrington Public Schools
https://soundcloud.com/mvlri/episode-3-paula-dillon-barrington-public-schoolsThis episode is the third in our series documenting the Integrated Learning Systems project, a collaboration between the Nellie Mae Education Foundation, the Highlander Institute, and several other Rhode Island-based stakeholders endeavoring to design and pilot systems that promote student centered learning. In this episode, we’re talking with Paula Dillon, the Assistant Superintendent of Barrington Public Schools in Barrington, Rhode Island. Paula talks with us about some of the challenges and opportunities that her staff and students have faced while implementing their iCreate lab, specially carved out space for students to pursue individualized learning and creation.
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