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EdTech

6 Practices of Thoughtful Leaders

Here are examples of thoughtful education leaders creating innovative places where young people can practice consideration, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity in a complex and sometimes overly violent world.

EdTech

Bots & Big Cities: What Do They Mean for Our Kids?

Megatrends shaping the world our kids will inherit create a dauntingly complex, unpredictably dynamic futurescape. Let's teach them now that innovative mindsets matter, and that habits of success and project management skills are part of preparing for this life.

Leadership

Innovative Urban Education in Denver

If we are going to break the effects of generational poverty and bring high quality learning opportunities to every person on the planet, we have to invest in urban education innovation. Here are several Denver innovation schools we recently visited.

Personalized Learning

Grant-Beacon Middle School Builds Character, Extends and Blends Learning

By: Tom Vander Ark. Four years ago Principal Alex Magaña describes a clear mission: high achievement and growth for all students, providing a college preparatory program of study that sets high expectations and requires critical thinking and problem solving skills. Today, you see three core strategies are helping them achieve that goal: blended learning, extended learning opportunities, and charter development.