Civic Engagement: Museums Create Meaning
As we explore pathways to facilitate civic engagement, it might be worthwhile to investigate the role that museums play in creating pathways that enable youth to step up and take part in the world around them. Michelle Blanchet shares more in her latest post.
From Classroom to Adulthood: The Importance of Talent Development from an Early Age
Instead of focusing solely on passing state assessments, remediating to address gaps, or identifying students for advanced academic programming, schools must become a place where all children can develop their talents.
Why 20 Missouri School Districts Are Seeking New ‘Innovation Waivers’ to Rethink the Way They Test Students
The Missouri State Board of Education voted unanimously Aug. 15 to approve 'innovation waivers' for the 20-school Success-Ready Students Network.
The Content Every High School Student Should Learn (But Doesn’t)
In many high schools, the traditional course sequence and graduation requirements remain stagnant. For future-ready students, we need to update these content areas..
TRETC 2024: Revolutionizing Technology and Work
Norton Gusky reflects on TRETC 2024, highlighting some of the best connections, demonstrations and discussions.
Stories of AI Literacy and How to Get Started
Rachelle Dene Poth documents her approach to teaching AI Literacy in the classroom and encourages other educators to follow suit.
Technology We Need: Documenting the complete Learner Record
Nate McClennen and Rebecca Midles issue a challenge to those building and creating solutions in the education technology industry.
Student Enterprise: Invite Learners to Launch a Media Agency or Publication
Entrepreneurship is a trending interest of Gen Z and is more important than ever in the economy.
A Microschool on the Cutting EDGE of Learning
By: Dr. April Adams & Sara Wickham. A high school reimagines how learners can engage in deep learning on global issues within a microschool.
Town Hall Recap: Learning Goals that Matter: Bringing to Life a Shared Vision For Your Graduates & Community
At the recent Getting Smart Town Hall we covered learning goals, design principles and shared vision statements.