future of learning
EdReform & Innovation: The End of The Big Test is in Sight
What does innovative learning and EdReform have in common? Equity. Tom explores the recent history of assessment (the intended and unintended consequences), the role that equity plays, the need to synthesize EdReform aims, and the opportunity of innovation.
3 Factors to Consider When Choosing an Innovative School
By: Nina Rees. As school choice has taken root across the country, parents are making educational choices for and with their children. Nina offers up these three factors that can help parents when choosing innovative schools.
Designing A Network Of Education Innovation Clusters
By: Steven Hodas. With support from the Grable Foundation, Innovate NYC Schools and Digital Promise are launching the design phase of the Innovation Cluster Network to bring together educators, startups, policymakers, investors, researchers, and community groups across the usual boundaries that separate them.
50 Ways EdTech Benefits Teachers and Students
There are at least 50 ways new tools are helping teachers to create new learning environments and experiences for students.
Broad Suspends Prize and Personalized Learning
As reported by the New York Times, the Broad Foundation has suspended the $1 million Broad Prize for Urban Education stating, “It had become more difficult to identify school districts that were pushing test scores or graduation rates up.”
Tech Training Opens Lucrative Alternative to 4 Year Degree for Millennials
Why we need more workers trained in the trades, the role of our schools in preparing students for careers and vocational training, and examples of innovative career centers providing technical training pathways.
Tomorrow Isn’t Tomorrow, It’s Today
As educators, we see ourselves as preparing children of today for their own tomorrows. Thus, we must face an urgent obligation to stare down that future and figure out what it means for our current practice.
RAMTEC: Robotics, A Path to Employment & Economic Development
Next gen STEM school in central Ohio with buy in from community members and international companies is graduating students that are more than ready for college and career.
Entry Points Into Blended Learning Implementation
Often schools and districts start with using educational technology for students at the margins. But, one unique and emerging trend is world language learning as an entry point.
Millennials are Tolerant, Educated, Enterprising, and Hyphenated
The unique identity of GenDIY and Millennials -- Their history, realities, and future.