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EdTech 10: U.S. Open (Educational Resources)
What stood out in this week’s EdTech news was an emphasis on open educational resources, aka OER. Developing news surrounding OER should be expected since the passing of ESSA, as the bill includes specific language that allows states and local education agencies to channel grant money focused on technology toward OER. I
Honest Self-Help for Students, Teachers and Learning Professionals
Dr. Cary J Green’s Leadership and Soft Skills for Students: Empowered to Succeed in High School, College, and Beyond took me a bit by surprise because I was reading it not to help myself (or so I thought!), but to help my students.
11 Key Elements of Learner-Centered STEM
The largest network of STEM schools in the country, Harmony Public Schools, is a pathway to college for youth from low income families--especially if they are interested in careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Here are eleven important elements of the Harmony school model that can inform a shift to Learner-Centered STEM in your school or district.
EdTech 10: 20 Years from Now, Learning Will Look Like This
This week’s EdTech 10 is inspired by the predictions and energy from the voices and positivity generated from our exploration of what learning will look like in the year 2035.
What do Globally Competent Students Look Like?
By: David Young. In education, global competitiveness can be characterized as the set of skills and factors that support individuals’ personal and professional productivity in their communities and in the world. Being globally competitive today requires developing global competence.
On Learning, Productivity & Economic Growth
Advances in public health, improved economic opportunity, urbanization, technology innovation, or the expansion of democracy are all important trends. But I’d argue that, with some relation to all of these, expanded access to learning is the most important.
No Adult Left Behind: 3 Tips for Rethinking Teacher Roles
It’s important to acknowledge the ways that staff are being leveraged. You might need some patience and persistence. Here are three tips for rethinking roles and getting the best use out of your staff.
Beyond Measure: What Counts can’t be Counted
By: Christine Traxler. 'Beyond Measure: What Counts can’t be Counted' is new education documentary that makes it clear that we need students who are innovators rather than followers, creative problem-solvers rather than imitators. Instead of passive workers, we need students who can adapt to rapidly changing and technologically challenging situations. Now.
EdTech 10: Digital Learning Day is Every Day
Digital Learning Day (DLDay) is here! While having a dedicated day to shine a light on the impact and role of digital learning, DLDay isn’t just singular event for students, it’s happening every day, and not only for students but for teachers as well.
Tell Your Story: Generation Do-It-Yourself Pathways for School & Career
Were you labeled “nontraditional” or “alternative”? Do you have tell the people in your life that you had to do things your own way? If so, we’d like to share your GenDIY story.