Blended Tools and Resource Library
Discover practical resources for implementing AVID’s Core Strategies in a digital world.
The Resource Library is your one-stop hub for implementing AVID’s Core Strategies in blended learning environments. This library offers resources to build WICOR® skills and support schoolwide success, including Quick-Start Guides to help you begin, refining resources to deepen practice, content-specific examples across levels and subjects, professional learning materials for training educators, and digital learning tools for hybrid and online instruction. Empower educators and students with strategies that foster agency, rigor, and college readiness.
When integrating technology with WICOR strategies, learning outcomes must come first. The digital tools selected should support the instructional goals. The resources listed below are free or mostly free and are designed to complement district-provided tools like Office365, Google Workspace, and Apple Education.
Educators are encouraged to model these tools and strategies, and students should be empowered to explore and add to this list as they take ownership of their learning.
Why Blend WICOR With Digital Learning?
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A blended learning approach to WICOR amplifies and accelerates student learning. It empowers students to approach new challenges with curiosity, a growth mindset, and a toolkit of technology and problem-solving skills. This approach combines face-to-face instruction with digital tools to create high-quality, efficient learning experiences.
What is WICOR?
WICOR® stands for Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading. It’s an instructional approach that places students at the center of learning, empowering them to take ownership and agency of their educational journey. Through WICOR, students build the skills and behaviors necessary to master rigorous coursework and achieve college and career success.
