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Learner-Centered
6 Characteristics of an Education that Students Want
America’s education system was a groundbreaking effort to help a growing nation thrive in the 19th century. Now, 200 years later, the world has changed; the horizon looks drastically different. Collectively, we need to redesign our education system to enable all of our children — and, by extension, our nation…
SEL & Mindset
Fostering Positive Mindsets Through Reflection
By: Carissa Solomon I have always hated getting things wrong. As a student, I aimed to get everything correct on the first try—after all, that was how school had trained me to think. It wasn’t until I became a teacher that I realized how destructive that fixed mindset is to…
Difference Making
The Importance of Purpose-Based Learning in K-12 Education
Purpose-based learning connects students to real-world tasks, boosting engagement and preparing them for societal contributions.
Difference Making
Authentic Learning Experiences
Authentic learning enhances student engagement by connecting education to real-world relevance, fostering community involvement.