The document discusses creating classroom environments that encourage students to take responsibility for their own learning. It argues that teachers should aim to (1) create a climate conducive to learning and (2) create environments where students can learn without rigid rules. This involves establishing principles where students understand what they are responsible for, connecting their decisions to logical consequences rather than discipline, and ensuring consistency between teachers' words and actions. The goal is to develop policies and practices that build student autonomy and responsibility for their learning.