Measure Learning Environments, Not Just Students, to Support Learning and Development

Young people are more likely to develop into effective learners when their learning environments afford them certain kinds of experiences, but how can schools systematically ensure they provide those important developmental experiences to all of their students? We offer a conceptual framework that aims to answer this question by integrating insights from empirical literatures in education, psychology, and developmental science; innovations from early warning indicator methods; and our own experiences as researchers working in partnership with practitioners to build more equitable and developmentally supportive learning environments.