Difference Making
Why Students Should Co-author Learning
When students co-author their own learning in today's unpredictable world of accelerating change, they develop leadership and problem-solving skills. We visit different education spaces to see what co-design looks like.
EdTech
DLAC 2021 – Digital Learning at an Inflection Point
Educator Carrie J. Pratt recaps her attendance at the 2021 Digital Learning Annual Conference.
Future of Learning
How do we prepare students to flourish in a VUCA future?
If we want students to be prepared to flourish in an unpredictable future, we shouldn’t be focused on the future at all: we should be focused on ensuring they flourish now. Erin Lynn Raab explores the term VUCA and its significance when designing for today's schools.
Difference Making
Post-Pandemic Education: Public-Private Partnerships Are Critical in Developing Countries
Education stakeholders need to readdress the approach to education delivery, both in terms of access to schooling and teaching methods. Innovative public-private partnerships can help.
Difference Making
The Power of We
Dr. Marialice Curran believes change starts with the individual and all it takes is one person to stand up and be a part of the change. This post explores initiatives to change how we think about digital citizenship.
Competency-Based Education
Education is Equity Work: New Resource and Customizable Toolkit to Help
KnowledgeWorks engaged with more than 60 new and diverse stakeholders to create the 2020 edition of the Educator Competencies; a new resource toolkit for educators.
Difference Making
21 Ways to Ignite Summer Learning
Need inspiration for summer learning? Here are 21 ways that will spark continued learning for your family.
Difference Making
“Height, Light and Exposed Structure”–Places That Display and Celebrate Learning
What better way to ensure learners feel empowered and heard than commemorating their student work in a thoughtful way where everyone can enjoy? We walk through learning spaces to explore how student pieces are celebrated.
Difference Making
Relationships at the Heart of Learning
Dr. Lorea Martinez Perez explores how the quality of teacher-student relationships has been repeatedly linked with students’ academic, social and emotional outcomes.
Difference Making
How Two Teachers are Championing Representation in the Classroom
How can teachers take action to make sure their students feel seen and represented? Roadtrip Nation shares the stories of two educators dedicated to this mission and offers resources to ensure all learners feel empowered.