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Create and manage personalized student learning plans

Teacher Guide: Student Learning Plans

Overview

Learning Plans are personalized study roadmaps created for individual students based on their assessment results, questionnaire responses, and learning goals. These plans help students know exactly what to study and when.

Getting Started

Accessing Learning Plans

  1. Log in to your teacher account
  2. In the sidebar, go to Teaching → Learning Plans
  3. You'll see a list of all student learning plans

How Learning Plans Work

Automatic Generation

Learning plans are automatically generated when:

  1. A student completes an initial questionnaire
  2. A student takes a placement test
  3. You manually create a plan for a student

Plan Components

Each learning plan includes:

  • Determined Level: Student's current proficiency
  • Strengths: What the student does well
  • Areas for Improvement: Skills needing work
  • Recommended Courses: Courses matched to student needs
  • Learning Phases: Step-by-step progression
  • Study Schedule: Recommended study time
  • Specific Recommendations: Personalized advice

Viewing Student Plans

Plan Overview

  1. Click on a student's plan from the list
  2. You'll see:
    • Student name and contact
    • Current proficiency level
    • Assessment date
    • Plan details

Understanding the Plan

Level Determination

  • Based on test scores and questionnaire responses
  • Ranges from Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C2)
  • Includes explanation of why this level was assigned

Strengths & Weaknesses

  • Identifies what student already knows
  • Highlights areas needing improvement
  • Helps focus study efforts

Course Recommendations

  • Lists specific courses from your catalog
  • Matched to student's level and interests
  • Ordered by priority

Learning Phases

  • Phase 1: Foundation building
  • Phase 2: Skill development
  • Phase 3: Advanced practice
  • Each phase includes duration and focus areas

Study Schedule

  • Recommended hours per week
  • Suggested session length
  • Study frequency

Creating Manual Plans

When to Create Manual Plans

  • Student hasn't completed assessments
  • You want to override AI recommendations
  • Special circumstances require custom planning
  • Student has unique learning needs

Step-by-Step Creation

  1. Click "Create Plan" button
  2. Select the student
  3. Fill in plan details:
    • Current level assessment
    • Identified strengths
    • Areas for improvement
    • Course recommendations
    • Study schedule
  4. Add learning phases with:
    • Phase name
    • Duration
    • Focus areas
    • Specific activities
  5. Include personalized recommendations
  6. Click "Create Plan" to save

Editing Learning Plans

When to Edit Plans

  • Student progresses faster/slower than expected
  • Goals change
  • New courses become available
  • Student feedback indicates adjustments needed

How to Edit

  1. Open the student's plan
  2. Click "Edit Plan" button
  3. Modify any section:
    • Update level if student has progressed
    • Add or remove course recommendations
    • Adjust study schedule
    • Revise learning phases
  4. Add notes about why changes were made
  5. Click "Save Changes"

Monitoring Progress

Progress Indicators

  • Course completion rates
  • Test scores over time
  • Time spent studying
  • Skill improvements

Regular Check-ins

  • Review plans monthly
  • Compare actual vs. planned progress
  • Adjust recommendations as needed
  • Celebrate achievements

Progress Reports

  1. Open a student's plan
  2. Click "View Progress"
  3. See:
    • Completed courses
    • Test results
    • Study time logged
    • Goals achieved

Best Practices

Creating Effective Plans

  • Be realistic: Set achievable goals
  • Be specific: Clear, actionable recommendations
  • Be flexible: Allow for adjustments
  • Be encouraging: Focus on progress, not perfection

Personalization Tips

  • Consider student's goals
  • Account for available study time
  • Match learning style preferences
  • Include topics of interest
  • Respect cultural background

Communication

  • Share plans with students
  • Explain the reasoning
  • Encourage questions
  • Provide regular updates
  • Celebrate milestones

Sample Learning Plan

Student: Maria Garcia

Level: Intermediate (B1) Goal: Business communication in Spanish

Strengths:

  • Good basic vocabulary
  • Strong reading comprehension
  • Motivated and consistent

Areas for Improvement:

  • Speaking confidence
  • Business terminology
  • Formal writing

Recommended Courses:

  1. Spanish Business Communication
  2. Intermediate Conversation Practice
  3. Professional Writing in Spanish

Learning Phases:

Phase 1: Foundation (4 weeks)

  • Focus: Business vocabulary, formal greetings
  • Activities: Flashcards, role-play, email writing
  • Goal: Comfortable with basic business interactions

Phase 2: Development (8 weeks)

  • Focus: Presentations, meetings, negotiations
  • Activities: Mock meetings, presentation practice
  • Goal: Lead simple business conversations

Phase 3: Mastery (8 weeks)

  • Focus: Complex negotiations, report writing
  • Activities: Case studies, real-world projects
  • Goal: Professional-level business communication

Study Schedule:

  • 6 hours per week
  • 45-minute sessions
  • 4-5 times per week

Specific Recommendations:

  • Practice speaking with language partner 2x/week
  • Watch Spanish business news daily
  • Write one business email per week
  • Attend virtual networking events in Spanish

Common Questions

Q: How often should plans be updated? A: Review monthly, update when significant progress is made or goals change.

Q: Can students see their learning plans? A: Yes, students should have access to their plans to stay motivated and on track.

Q: What if a student disagrees with their plan? A: Discuss their concerns, explain the reasoning, and adjust if needed. Plans should be collaborative.

Q: How do I handle students who aren't following their plan? A: Check in to understand why. The plan may need adjustment, or the student may need additional support.

Q: Should all students have learning plans? A: Ideally yes, but prioritize students who are struggling or have specific goals.

Tips for Success

  1. Start with assessment: Good plans need good data
  2. Involve the student: Make it collaborative
  3. Set milestones: Break big goals into smaller wins
  4. Track progress: Regular monitoring keeps students accountable
  5. Be supportive: Encourage and adjust as needed
  6. Celebrate success: Acknowledge achievements along the way

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