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Expanding Our Notion of Student Agency
Student agency from a sociocultural perspective has as much to do with external factors that shape experiences and possibilities as it does with internal attributes. Read more from one of our regular columnists on why it's time to expand our notion of student agency.
To Prepare Millennials for the Workplace Add Data Literacy to Mainstream Curriculum
By: Jordan Morrow. Companies need a workforce that knows how to input data, generate better insights, and feel empowered to use data.
No-Collar Jobs Offer Schools Chance to Create Mashups of Academics and Vocations
David Ross explains how no-collar and new collar opportunities do not require a four-year degree, rather vocational training, certifications and the right mix of in-demand skill sets.
Fostering High Quality Student Experiences through Projects
Project-based learning means going beyond assigning projects and instead, promoting student agency by having students drive their learning.
Good Governance: The Foundation for Good Schools
Good schools, start with good boards. A look at the importance and impact of a strong, committed school board when it comes to charter school success and growth.
Building Student Civic Engagement through Sustainability Education
By: Anisa Heming. The need for student-centered sustainability education is becoming clearer by the day. Young people who understand and can respond to changes in our natural environment and the stresses they place on our communities will be leaders now and in the future.
The Value of Connecting Students: 5 Ways to Help Get You Started
By: Laura Steinbrink. Laura discusses 5 ways to broaden our thinking in the ways our students can connect with others and share their work.
Supporting Student Success in Online Learning
By: Dov Friedman. In honor of Digital Learning Day, Dov shares how online learning gives students convenience and flexibility but there are a number of barriers standing in the way of student success in an online environment.
Where to Be During SXSW EDU 2019
It’s that time of year where we all make our way down to Austin, Texas for SXSW EDU. We’re excited to spend four days together discussing education innovation with our fellow optimistic, forward-thinking stakeholders who are aiming to impact the future of learning.
CASEL’s New Guide Provides Actionable Steps for SEL Implementation
CASEL recently published a comprehensive framework and toolset on social-emotional learning (SEL) to help bring clarity on, and provide actionable steps for, how to proceed in ensuring the healthy development of students.