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Millennials are Tolerant, Educated, Enterprising, and Hyphenated
The unique identity of GenDIY and Millennials -- Their history, realities, and future.
Global Employment Markets Reward Competence & Initiative
The global economy is expanding opportunity for billions but participation demands competence and initiative. Online learning--both formal and informal-- is expanding access to knowledge and skill building.
Defining Deeper Learning: An Ambitious Attempt
By: Chris Jackson. #cwrachat panelists from The Hewlett Foundation, ReSchool Colorado and Team Getting Smart share and compare deeper learning definitions.
When the Stars Align in Support of Learning…
By: Karla Phillips. A common K-12 and higher education reform effort where the stars can align? Competency-based learning.
The Next Big Thing in Personalization: The Student
By: Arthur VanderVeen. What’s been missing in learning technologies—and what will be the next big focus in personalization—is the student.
Leadership Mindsets for Breakthrough Leaders
5 mindsets and experiences to be nurtured and cultivated in preparing leaders for Deeper Leadership.
Today’s Educator: A Jack of All Trades and Master of One
Being an educator today is tough. Why today’s educator must be a jack of all trades, and a master of one.
The Skills Students Need to Survive and Thrive
By: Gayle Allen. How one principal is addressing the growing skills gap and 9 skills students need in what is becoming an increasingly uncertain job market.
How Smart Cities Develop Teachers & Leaders
How smart cities and a regional approach to talent development can share the load and create an ecosystem that continues to improve. And, how a blended and job-embedded approach to talent development creates the opportunity for personalized learning and ensures highly relevant support for real challenges.
Standards Spotlight: Mastering Reading Standard 7
By: Maureen McLaughlin. CCSS Reading Anchor Standard 7 is often cited. But in today's multimodal world, students’ ability to problem solve using diverse media couldn't be more important.