We know that educators and leaders have spent the last couple of months scrambling to meet the immediate needs of learners in their community. Thank you to each and every one of you for everything you’ve done to make the best out of this challenging situation. Now that the end of the school year is here, we’re shifting our Getting Through series from stories and advice to support remote learning or long term closures, to getting ready for the complex work of reopening schools this fall.
Interested in contributing to this campaign? Email your stories and ideas to Editor@GettingSmart.com or tweet using #GettingThrough to participate!
A Resource for COVID-Weary Parents: New eBook on Doing PBL at...
By: John Larmer. Now, more than ever, is the time for project-based learning. PBLWorks has launched a new free ebook as a resource to meet the needs of families.
Access for All: Making Broadband a Utility
We need longterm solutions for fast, affordable broadband for all learners and families — and we need it now.
EdTech Report: Key Findings in Response to Remote Learning
Rachelle Dene Poth shares recent findings related to the increase in digital tool use during school closures.
From Test Prep To Active Learning: The El Paso Transformation
In a new short series, Tom documents a seven-year transformation of an urban school district in crisis and focused on test prep to a national leader in active learning.
How We Move Forward: Practicing Three Inclusive, Anti-Racist Mindsets for Reopening...
The authors share three key commitments to keep in mind when reopening school to ensure a steadfast focus on equity.
PBL-Lite for the Fall
By: Jenny Pieratt. Jenny shares a condensed project-based learning or "PBL-lite" teaching plan that can be used as a starting point in the fall.
