Posts by Tom Vander Ark
Video, Advocacy, and Mental Models
How video impacts mental models and understandings of how the world works, and why it’s important that we view video from an informed perspective.
Better than Prep: Experiencing Success In What’s Next
Ten experiences high school students should leave the secondary system with so they are able to plan next steps with knowledge and confidence.
Good Work: Impact at Scale
Fresh from summer holiday, Tom Vander Ark's Sunday blog about mission-focused work is back! This blog focuses on innovations in learning, impact at scale, while introducing the newest members on the Getting Smart team.
65 Best Non-Fiction Books of All Time
In the spirit of the 10 best books challenge that is ricocheting around on social media, here are my top 65 non-fiction page turners.
BLENDED: A Conversation With Michael Horn & Heather Staker
As "BLENDED: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools" hit shelves we sat down with authors Michael Horn and Heather Staker to discuss their new book and how disruptive innovation can improve schools.
Apple Updates Phone, Announces Watch, Makes it Easier to Pay
Tom shares his thoughts on the Apple unveil of iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, and Apple Watch and how it connects to education.
30 Attributes of Next Gen Learning
The learning opportunity set improves every month with new tools powering new experiences and environments. By 2020 I'm confident the learning landscape will dramatically improve. Here are 10 successes, 10 LX attributes and 10 system attributes that will make up next gen learning.
Preparing Students for Careers & Developing a Workforce
In this blog, Tom Vander Ark gives a glimpse into the upcoming book, "Smart Cities That Work For Everyone." Learn how civic infrastructure and leadership assist in creating life-long learning and excellence.
Happy 80th Anniversary Communications Act: Time for a Rewrite
The Communications Act of 1934 still governs telecommunications in America and while updated periodically, it has not been modernized in 18 years. From phones to television to technology that hadn't previously existed, a lot has changed but dated regulations continue to view the communications sector in silos for distinct services.
Who Moved My Desk?
In a back to school meeting last week, a 5th year teacher had a "Who Moved My Cheese" moment over the loss of her desk due to a shift to blended learning.