Finding Our Common Language
Susmita Pratihast, Project Director at BIRD-E, shares her experience with data and research in K12. She dives into the importance of quality research, in order to make educated decisions in the classroom.
Recap: A Greener Future of Work
The Getting Smart team recently co-hosted a panel about embedding sustainability into CTE programs to meet the massive demand for green jobs.
As a City Transforms, Schools Open Career Pathways for Students
The city of Newark, New Jersey has seen profound growth– new businesses and housing developments are providing the city’s citizens with new opportunities for work and innovation. However, in order for this transformation to be sustainable, local school systems must see change.
Three Ways AI Can Help Teachers Save Time Now
Here are three ways AI can support teachers, as well as three examples of tools that help teachers get important work done more efficiently.
Paving the Way for Pathways: Connecting Local Schools and Businesses in Tacoma, WA
The journey towards a brighter, more equitable future for every learner is taking center stage at Getting Smart’s first regional New Pathways Convening “Paving the Way for Pathways: Connecting Local Schools and Businesses” on October 19th and 20th at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center in Tacoma, WA.
Empowering Math Teachers to be Culturally Responsive
Tanaga Rodgers details the importance of empowering math teachers to be culturally responsive.
Real World Learning in Action
Shawnee Caruthers shares why providing stakeholders the time and access to gain inspiration from their local community creates more educational prototyping for innovative student experiences.
Can Tech Help Reset Our Expectations?: Packback, Inquiry-Based Learning and the Power of AI
Technology has the potential to democratize students’ access to information – raising our standards of expecting student proficiency towards expecting real skill building and thriving in the classroom.
How to Design a Learning Commons
Learning in a multipurpose space can be a challenge if the space is not designed properly. In this article, we shed light on six crucial design elements for creating learning commons where students thrive.
Five Focus Tips for Back to School
Teaching content material is important, but finding ways to boost student engagement is essential. Here are five focus points for starting the new school year.
