EXPERIENCES:
(Learning "velcro stories," positive learning experiences in or out of school.)

• Mr. Peyton - 5th grade, open/hands on.  Valued me, saw the good.
• Brothers.  One patient. Explained, took time.  Sort of cared.
• Independence
• Mentors
• Being recognized and collaborating.  Sharing.  Actively participating.
• Active participant
• Persistence.  Encouragement;  Peers.
• Self-directed learning:  woodworking, photography
• Twitter / Social Networking:   helping someone / positive feedback.
• FEAR:  False Evidence Appearing Real
• College:  participating in research.
• Responsibility.
• Life lessons
• Steve:  Bob Gavin, Titanic, Jacobsens and Quickwater

LESSONS:

• Individual path
• Can be a group process
• Real-life / authentic responsibility / independent
• Synthesis - aha moment
• Relationships matter (+/-)
• Asynchronous opportunities
• Following interests
• Wonder / wander
• Positive
• Respect / appreciation matter 
• Patience / caring / encouragement
• One size doesn't fit all
• Self-reflection is important / essential
• Disinterested interest
• Learning is constructed

STRATEGIES:

• PLN (support--build one)
• Work on relationships
• Model
• Follow interests
• Give a variety of opportunities
• Seek diversity
• Personality tests
• Focus on positive
• Give students voice
• Support risks and mistakes
• Support real-life experiences
• Drive your own learning
• Ask higher level Qs
• Be willing to accept feedback