future of learning
How School Networks Work And Why That’s Important
School networks are one of the most important innovations in the modern era of U.S. K-12 education. Here are several network types, examples of each and the reason networks matter more now than ever.
Shifting Paradigms to Respond to the Demands of a Global World
Globalization and the spread of technology have pushed new paradigms into the classroom. How can teachers adjust their practices to prep students for the 21st-century? Find out here.
How Schools Improve
A colleague recently emailed me about the lack of widely used improvement frameworks in schools, so here is a quick outline of responses around approaches to improvement and innovation.
6 Writing Projects for Students in the Internet Era
Today's students will be expected to write in a variety of new formats when they enter the working world, and it’s important to prepare them to face these challenges. Here are six writing projects to prepare students for wtiting in the internet era.
Living As If All Lives Have Equal Value
I’ve had the good fortune to live and work with people who believe all lives are equal, and who value openness, generosity and innovation as value creation. Here are five lessons they taught me.
Smart List | 60 People Shaping the Future of K-12 Education
Our Smart Lists celebrate people and organizations doing good work in specific areas of education. Today, we are taking a moment to recognize 60 thought leaders and change-makers shaping the future of K-12 education.
Getting Smart Podcast | Shared Leadership for Deeper Learning
In this podcast, Unite LA president David Rattray chats with Tom about workforce readiness, the need for continued lifelong learning and how schools must adapt to prepare young people for a new economy and a changing world.
Tell Kids to Get Good at Stuff Smart Machines Can’t Do (Yet)
Smart machines will change the face of the economy, and today's young people will need a different set of skills to succeed than past generations did. In particular, they will need to get good at things machines can not do.
Are You an Improver or an Innovator? Differentiating EdLeader Roles
Schools go through seasons—some periods demand an innovation sprint, while other periods require a sustained focus on improvement. The question is, does every EdLeader need to be a master of both?
The 5 Pillars of Whole School Transformation
By: David Ross. Having concluded our recent study of 75 "Exemplar Schools" succeeding at providing 21st-century learning, we believe these are the foundational features necessary to transform into a 21st-century school.