The following description focuses on a family learning model called B’Yachad at Temple Adat Elohim, in Thousand Oaks, California. The outline identifies and explains the following topics:
- The learners and teachers, with explanations of individual roles, and changes made in the model.
- When and where the model takes place, including a brief timeline of activities.
- How the learning is designed, i.e., to include opportunities for families to connect and learn together, and why the learning is designed in this way.
- Key first steps toward implementation.
- The structures, such as governance committees and financial resources, needed to provide feedback and insights into the model.
- Programs that seek to integrate families into the larger congregational community.
- Impact on learners, teachers, and the congregation.