New Pathways
Unbundled Learning
We used to think that learning had to happen in a school building. Spoiler alert…that was never true.
How might we create an ecosystem where learning doesn’t just happen at school? With Unbundled Learning, learners don’t need permission to have equitable experiences. Unbundled Learning removes all the barriers and allows learning to happen at school, after school, with industry partners and anywhere a learner can imagine. Unbundled Learning is the foundation for which new learning models are built, learners are supported and systems are scaled.
If we used to think that school was the only answer, now we know we have options.
From Bundled to Unbundled: High-Level Guidance for State Policymakers
State policymakers play a critical role in clearing the path and creating the enabling structures for unbundled learning. This guide provides state policymakers with a high-level roadmap for fostering unbundled systems and includes links to additional resources for diving deeper.
Unbundled: Designing Personalized Pathways for Every Learner
Every learner deserves an unlimited number of unbundled opportunities to explore, engage, and define experiences that advance their progress along a co-designed educational pathway. Each pathway provides equitable and personalized access to stacked learning experiences leading to post-secondary credentials and secure family-sustaining employment. This vision is only enabled by an unbundled learning ecosystem
Profiles of Unbundled Learning Ecosystems
We spoke with Unbundled leaders from three different states to highlight strategies and enabling conditions for unbundling learning.
Arizona
In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, Arizona is pioneering a transformative approach through unbundled learning. By leveraging partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions, initiatives like those led by ASU Prep and the Greater Phoenix Chamber are providing students with real-world learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom.
Colorado
In Colorado, the unbundled learning movement is reshaping how education is delivered, bridging the gap between traditional schooling and real-world experiences. Organizations like Reschool Colorado, Jeffco Open School, and Colorado Succeeds are at the forefront, partnering with local businesses and communities to expand access to education beyond the classroom walls. This approach not only enhances student engagement but also builds a robust talent pipeline for the state’s economy.
New Hampshire
The podcast episode explores how New Hampshire has become a leader in unbundled and competency-based learning, offering students personalized educational pathways that extend beyond traditional school environments. By embracing initiatives like the Virtual Learning Academy Charter School (VLACS) and Learn Everywhere, the state provides learners with opportunities to earn credits through real-world experiences, ranging from internships to independent projects.