As a comprehensive model of learning, Dimensions can have an impact on
virtually every aspect of education. Because the major goal of education is to
enhance learning, it follows that our system of education must focus on a
model that represents criteria for effective learning, criteria that we must use
to make decisions and evaluate programs. Although Dimensions is certainly
not the only model of learning, it is a powerful tool for ensuring that
learning is the focus of what we do as educators. It should validate current
efforts in schools and classrooms to enhance learning, but should also suggest
ways of continuing to improve. Although individuals, schools, and districts
should use the model to meet their own needs, it might be helpful to
understand a number of possible ways in which the Dimensions of Learning
model might be used