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Project-Based Learning
Taking on the World from Idaho Falls: Integrated PBL at Compass Academy
Compass Academy is a New Tech Network with a refreshing perspective on PBL. Here, we learn about what makes Compass Acadamy tick from their director, Matt Bertasso.
Podcasts
Getting Smart Podcast | The Details Behind Pilot Design
So you’ve decided that you want to plan a pilot for a new EdTech tool. Where to start? There are a number of factors that affect the outcome a pilot, from the technical down to the cultural. In this podcast, we take a detailed look at those factors.
EdTech
Smart List: 30 High-Quality Learning Platforms
Platforms can help EdLeaders, administrators and educators accomplish a variety of challenging tasks. Today, we’re recognizing 30 platform providers who deserve a round of applause.
EdTech
10 Questions Worth Asking to Help Every Student Succeed
Tom shares three trends and 10 questions to ask that were discussed at the Education Writers Association meeting.
EdTech
How Achievement First is Creating an Interoperable Ecosystem
Achievement First schools are staffed with operations, logistics and technology teams that enable teaching and learning staff to focus on curriculum development, student outcomes and professional learning. Learn more about their impressive approach here.
Future of Learning
Integrated Curriculum: Why it Matters, and Where to Find It
Why do 95% of high schools retain discipline-based structure and staffing decades after the cost has been shown to significantly outweigh the benefit? Here, I look at a number of schools that provide good examples of ways to break the mold.
Podcasts
Getting Smart Podcast | Using Pilot Programs as a Foundation for Innovation
What do you do when you think a new program or EdTech tool could benefit your district or school's students, but you just aren't 100% sure? In part one of this three-part series on pilot design best practices, we look at how you can make an informed decision.
Equity & Access
Transforming Border Learning Experiences: New Tech Network in El Paso
Emily and Tom spend the day at Oso New Tech in El Paso, Texas to learn more about how they are personalizing learning through project-learning for all students.
Network Effect
The Power of a Network: Living Bridges Driving Purpose
By: Corey Mohn. What can solve that age-old challenge in education known as "senioritis?" What can increase engagement while better preparing students not just for college, or even career, but for life? This district had a wild idea, and it worked.
Smart Teachers
7 Ways to Become A More Connected Educator Today
Guest author Rachelle Dene Poth shares seven ways educators can get connected today and in the future to build a learning network.