The following table provides some examples of how each principle is implemented in the classroom

The teacher conducts daily morning meetings to help students understand the classroom as a place where everyone's experience is valued and everyone should feel comfortable to express their feelings, ideas and opinions. Students participate in setting rules for the class. Students show respect for one another by listening to one another, taking turns, and showing an interest in what other students have to say.	Promote mutual respect.
The teacher gives the students problems to solve, rather than providing ready-made answers. The teacher asks students to explain their results and defend their conclusions.	Foster independent thinking.
The teacher asks the students “open” questions, rather than “closed” questions, which have one correct answer.	Encourage students to share ideas and opinions.
With guidance from the teacher, the student makes choices about a topic of study, sets goals, and develops a learning plan.	Involve students in decisions about their learning.
The students are engaged in a variety of whole group, small group, and individual activities.	Use a variety of teaching methods
The teacher asks questions that require students to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information, rather than simply recall the facts.	Develop higher order thinking skills.
At the end of an activity, students reflect on their learning process and/or what they learned.	Provide opportunities for reflection.
The teacher communicates on a regular basis with the parents about their child’s progress and works together with the parents to set goals for the child. Parents volunteer at their child’s school.	Include parents as partners in their children's education.

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