Hawaiʻi State Department of Education

Ka ʻOihana Hoʻonaʻauao o ke Aupuni Hawaiʻi

General Learner Outcomes (GLOs)

The General Learner Outcomes (GLOs) are the foundation of standards-based learning for all students, across all grade levels. These outcomes guide educators beyond just academic success, aiming to cultivate well-rounded, engaged and lifelong learners. Teachers use GLO-aligned rubrics to assess students holistically, helping them grow in skills that are essential for success in school and beyond.

Learner characteristics

  • Self-directed Learner: The ability to be responsible for one’s own learning.
  • Community Contributor: The understanding that it is essential for human beings to work together.
  • Complex Thinker: The ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving.
  • Quality Producer: The ability to recognize and produce quality performance and quality products.
  • Effective Communicator: The ability to communicate effectively.
  • Effective and Ethical User of Technology: The ability to use a variety of technologies effectively and ethically. 

Several schools on O’ahu and Molokai are closed on March 12 due to flooding and flooded roads affecting safe access to the campuses.
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