Archive: Mar 2017
Implementing Restorative Practices In The Classroom
History shows that suspension and expulsion of students does more harm than good, so my school has chosen to implement a new form of school discipline called Restorative Practices. Here are my observations on this approach so far.
Holacracy: Organizing For Change At District 51
Holacracy is a system for self-organizing, so that as context changes, so can the organization. Here is more on how Mesa Valley County School District 51 is implementing this model internally as they shift to a competency-based education system.
What Happens When Principals and District Administrators Sit in the Student’s Chair?
By: Heera Kang. In this experiment, EdLeaders were exposed to two types of math lessons: one solid, traditional lesson, and one that exemplified innovative techniques not centered around memorizing. The results may change the way we teach math.
EduVoice: Personalized Learning Battle Round
One of the most inspiring moments at SXSWedu this year was hearing the raw passion and excitement two educators have for both their students and personalized learning, as evidenced by the song lyrics from their performances at Battle Rounds.
Smart Review | Tested: An Education Documentary
This documentary follows New York City middle school students as they prepare for the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT), hoping to be one of the very small group of students admitted to three prestigious specialized NYC high schools.
Student-Centered Design Focused Learning at a Student-Led School
One Stone students and educators share their thoughts on what really sets this student-led and directed nonprofit high school apart and what they feel really worked for them this first year.
Three Examples of K-12 Global Place-Based Education
By: Jason Agins. Place-based education takes a bold approach to maximizing learning through geography, and online learning students who travel with their families often thrive from these unique additional learning opportunities. Here are three such students.
Data Interoperability in K-12: Why it Matters
By: Bill Fitzgerald. Data interoperability sounds like one of the least interesting things to talk about, but--with the possible exception of privacy--it’s also one of the most important. Here, I discuss what is at stake if educators continue to ignore it.
Innov8: Educator Resources
From new apps to guides, we love reviewing and sharing resources on our blog to give those working in education a look at what’s new and trending in the field. Today’s eight stories highlight several different resources that educators just might find useful for their daily practice.
75 Top School and Charter Networks
School networks are one of the most important innovations in the modern era of U.S. K-12 education. They have boosted achievement and graduation rates and expanded quality options in the communities that need them most. Today, we're recognizing the work of 75 great school networks.