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What’s More Important, High Test Scores or Self-Direction?
The education technology discussion is fraught with false dichotomies. One that I find particularly troubling is the false choice between improving test scores and preparing for life and work in the 21st century.
Why Proficiency Matters
By: Cari Miller. WhyProficiencyMatters.com presents the facts, data and analyses on proficiency expectations in all 50 states. This interactive site empowers parents to understand the importance of high proficiency expectations and to explore the proficiency gap in their state.
Non-cognitive Skills: Bad Name, Really Important
Two recent reports point to the importance of so called non-cognitive skills to success in college and work. A University of Chicago literature review funded by the Lumina and Raikes foundations said, "Students must develop sets of behaviors, skills, attitudes, and strategies that are crucial to academic performance in their classes."
Getting Smart on Personalization and Privacy
This publication, "Getting Smart on Personalization and Privacy," explores ongoing opportunities and challenges, feature insights and shares the voices of those who have been actively working to implement similar policies and initiatives.
Data Backpacks: Portable Records & Learner Profiles
A DLN Smart Series paper that purposes the use of data and learner profiles that track, preferences, motivations, and personal accomplishments of students to meet the evolving needs of teachers, students, and parents.
Integrating Career Technical Education with Competency-Based Education
Insights from Building a Strong Relationship between Competency-Based Pathways and Career Technical Education--a report from Achieve and NASDCTEc that identifies opportunities for collaboration, integration, and strengthened relationships between CBP and CTE leaders.
Leading Public Schools: 10 Roles You Probably Didn’t Prepare For
After spending time with urban districts recently, we were reminded of the complexity of the work that superintendents are responsible for. In our recent paper, Preparing Leaders for Deeper Learning we outlined 10 roles for today's EdLeaders. In this blog we share important emerging skills associated with these 10 roles.
What Can We Learn About Personalized Learning from Individualized Education Plans?
By: Karla Phillips. The goal of an individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs is finally beginning to extend to ALL students with the movement towards personalization. Central to the idea of personalization are the concepts of learner profiles. So, what can we learn about learner profiles from IEPs?
Sage Advice From a HigherEd Veteran: Getting a Head Start on Finding the Right College
By: Richard Ferguson. Parents, teachers and students themselves will find this list by Richard Ferguson, former CEO of ACT, about the importance of finding the right fit for college.
10 Next Steps for EdLeaders: The Advanced Course
As we head to Atlanta to join Fulton County Schools in a leadership discussion, here are 10 tips for superintendents and principals as they work to create next generation schools including creating a learner exchange vision, identifying and sharing your theories, and learning about new school models.