Future of Learning

To Reopen, America Needs Laboratory Schools

[…] educators are finding meaning in the ingenuity and servant leadership of our peers. Since schools have closed, communities around the country have developed creative solutions for remote learning, engagement, and support. As the summer nears and we start to think about the possibility of schools reopening in the fall, we have so much to […]

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Leadership

Five Focus Tips for Back to School

[…] especially after having the summer “off.” However, many educators don’t actually take the summer off, instead they take advantage of the extra time to engage in professional learning. Whether by attending conferences, joining book studies, participating in online learning events or even heading to their classroom to prepare it for the new school year, […]

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Future of Learning

Five Mega Trends Reshaping Global Learning

[…] of making. Visit an innovative new school like Purdue Polytechnic High School in Indianapolis, and you’ll see evidence of mega trends reshaping secondary and postsecondary education⁠—new goals, active learning, competency, integrated services, and edtech tools. 1. New Goals: There is a global reconsideration of learning goals and ‘graduate profiles’ based on the new economy (what […]

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EdTech

12 Ideas to Try in 2023

The use of digital tools that help to connect students with real-world learning opportunities will expand global awareness and transform the learning experience.

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EdTech

Lifelong Learning is the Antidote to the Shifting Workforce

[…] Team When the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S., K-12 schools and four-year colleges were forced to rapidly shift to online formats and students had to adapt to learning at home. To meet the demand, individuals and organizations quickly shared resources to help teachers support student success. But in the field of adult learning—basic skills […]

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Competency-Based Education

School Isn’t About Classes, It’s About Learning

[…] allow us to discuss teaching scientifically. “What if we increased the scope of this course by 10% to include this war?” Administrators feel in control because all learning is carefully planned beforehand. However, just because a class is well-planned doesn’t mean it results in authentic learning. In fact, how most schools think about scope […]

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