Q&A with Author, Educator Matt Miller on ‘Ditch That Textbook’ and ‘Ditch That Homework”
[…] students. ‘DITCH’ is an acronym for Different, Innovative, Tech-laden, Creative, and Hands-on. Recently, Miller responded to questions about the book and the work that it has prompted. Getting Smart: Since publishing the book, how has education changed? Not changed? Has the idea of deeper learning through abandoning the textbook exceeded your expectations? Miller: When I started […]
Bridging The Equity Gap – Are Innovation and Technology The Equalizer or The Divider?
[…] environment. One area that is not changing (or changing for the worst) is inequity – the equity gap has been dramatically widened during the pandemic. A previous Getting Smart article established the link between schools out of session (such as during the summer break) and a widening achievement gap. Edweek spoke of the “loss of […]
Innova: A Revolution in Education?
[…] In an 8th-grade class, students recognized that a significant portion of the local economy was incredibly labor-intensive and built on agriculture. They worked to design automated “ smart farming” systems to reduce physical output and better utilize resources. System-wide, I am looking for connections to XQ Design Principles. Those principles are: Strong Mission and […]
Tips from the Field: 4 Strategies for Supporting students
[…] doing affirmations. I remind students, ‘You are a winner. You are a champion. You are worthy. You are a great thinker.’ You don’t necessarily have to be smart. You have to put forth the effort. When my students put forth the effort, I say, ‘oh, you worked so hard’ instead of saying ‘you’re so […]
ACT’s ScootPad Scoop-Up
[…] theory of competency tracking and personalization of a student’s learning path has been challenging to move to application, as discussed regularly here and elsewhere by the Getting Smart team. ACT’s burgeoning portfolio of apps reflecting the best in research is creating a platform to realize the promise writ large in action research projects by […]
Microschools Meet The Moment
[…] benefit from the Koch Foundation’s commitment to customized education for every child and their strength in policy and advocacy. For more, see: Why and How to Open a Microschool 7 Ways Microschools Help Communities Innovate Acton Academy: Hero Launchpad Goes Global Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update.
Reimagining Learning for Students with Disabilities: A COVID Crisis Silver Lining
[…] policy experience in legislative, executive and non-profit leadership roles. As a mother of a child with a disability, Karla is channeling her experience and opportunities to passionately advocate for students with disabilities. This article was originally published on Chamber Business News Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update.
Learning Coach Academy: Supporting the Role of Parents or Guardians in Remote Learning
[…] personalized learning through a grant-funded coaching program. Heather Hiebsch (@heather_hiebsch) is the Co-Founder and Executive Director and former K-12 Principal. For more information, contact [email protected]. Also contributing, Cheryl Fenalson is the Principal of the Poudre School District Global Academy in Fort Collins, CO. Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update.
Getting Clearer: Stakeholders At The Heart of Education
[…] Family Engagement Julia Pile is President of Parentcamp. Laura Gilchrist is Vice President of Parentcamp. Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update. This blog is part of an ongoing Getting Smart series called Getting Clearer. The nature of this series and of our blog is to have […]
New Film Addresses Mental Health By Challenging Us To ‘Listen’ To Our Youth Voice
[…] lives.” For more, see: Why Every K-12 District Should Invest In Social-Emotional Learning Empowering Students Through Choice, Voice, and Action Addressing the Hidden Effects of Trauma in a School Community Trauma-Supported Education and Educator SEL Training is Vital for The Classroom Stay in-the-know with innovations in learning by signing up for the weekly Smart Update.
