Posts by Getting Smart Staff
Town Hall Recap: Microschools Can Lead To Macro Change
Last week, we hosted our April Getting Smart Town Hall, Microschools Can Lead to Macro Change. This event touched on the many ways in which microschools have come to the fore through the last year and how oftentimes they enable schools to be more agile, more personalized and more effective.
Up Close With Nevada Succeeds: Transformation Starts With Equity
On the final episode of our Nevada Succeeds series, we’re joined by Jeanine Collins, Dr. Marion Smith, Dr. Kaleb Rashad and Dr. Eric Chagala.
Up Close with Nevada Succeeds: Leading State Learning Transformation
On this special episode of the Getting Smart Podcast mini-series Up Close With Nevada Succeeds, Tom Vander Ark talks with Nevada State Superintendent Jhone Ebert, Nevada Succeeds Executive Director Jeanine Collins and teachers and InspirED global fellows Mike Lang and Jordana McCudden about fellowship programs and leadership.
Town Hall Recap: The Invention Opportunity
Invention by Shel Silverstien I’ve done it, I’ve done it! Guess what I’ve done! Invented a light that plugs into the sun. The sun is bright enough, The bulb is strong enough, But, oh, there’s only one thing wrong… The cord ain’t long…
Ron Crutcher on I Had No Idea You Were Black: Navigating Race on the Road to Leadership
On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast, Dr. Ron Crutcher discusses the importance of college, how music leads to good leadership and more.
20 Invention Opportunities in Learning & Development
We have spent the last few months surveying the 20 Invention Opportunities that we believe will positively impact learning and development for years to come. Check out the new report.
100 Podcasts Educators and Education Leaders Should Check Out
From the millions of podcast on almost any topic you can dream of, we’ve selected our top 100 in education, tech, leadership & entrepreneurship, market & economics, AI & big data, news & views, and more.
Early Lessons From The Real World Learning Initiative
The Real World Learning Initiative is a high school improvement project that aims to prepare students for the future of work.
A New School That Thinks Like a Kid
New and emerging Portal Schools has a vision to create a school that allows students to simultaneously earn a high school diploma and a Bachelor’s degree in an environment that is fully designed for them.
Difference Making at the Heart of Giving
This year, we are focusing our gift guide on people, places and things that encourage contribution, giving and supporting local communities.