Social Capital Why schools should bridge the generational divide Julia Freeland Fisher Why schools should bridge the generational divide A new book explores how to forge more connections between kids and retirees—at scale. Nov 15, 2018 Julia Freeland Fisher Social Capital
Why standards often disappoint Thomas Arnett Why standards often disappoint Why does education love standards? Because we assume that if we specify good standards, then expect the education system to meet them, consistent student outcomes will naturally follow. But unfortunately, reality usually... Nov 14, 2018 Thomas Arnett
The limitations of networks to expand opportunity Julia Freeland Fisher The limitations of networks to expand opportunity Relationships matter. But networks alone are not a cure-all to the complex landscape of opportunity in America. Nov 8, 2018 Julia Freeland Fisher
Today’s regulatory framework is ineffective. Deleting it won’t solve the problem. Alana Dunagan Today’s regulatory framework is ineffective. Deleting it won’t solve the problem. It’s understandable, given the ineffectiveness of our current regulatory framework, that many lawmakers would like to burn the book. But if we want to spur innovation that drives student outcomes, a better answer is to... Nov 6, 2018 Alana Dunagan
3 ways real-world feedback could disrupt traditional assessments Julia Freeland Fisher 3 ways real-world feedback could disrupt traditional assessments Real-world feedback can at once offer students a glimpse into how potential employers look at work products, while also--and arguably just as importantly--nurturing real-world connections between students and adults work... Nov 1, 2018 Julia Freeland Fisher
Leave little to chance with a discovery-driven approach to blended learning Jenny White Leave little to chance with a discovery-driven approach to blended learning At the outset of any endeavor, especially a blended-learning initiative, there's no guarantee of success. But by kicking off with discovery-driven planning, you increase your chance of discovering the right path forward... Oct 30, 2018 Jenny White
Innovative college sees success in going beyond courses to serve the “whole student” Alana Dunagan Innovative college sees success in going beyond courses to serve the “whole student” The needs of college students aren’t always purely academic; they often include basic needs like food, shelter, childcare, and healthcare. Oct 26, 2018 Alana Dunagan
Webinar: Innovations helping students build social capital Julia Freeland Fisher Webinar: Innovations helping students build social capital What are the emerging innovations in the education field that connect students to relationships, why do they matter, and how can schools broker social capital? Oct 22, 2018 Julia Freeland Fisher
Join us at iNACOL 2018! Christensen Institute Join us at iNACOL 2018! Come join the Christensen Institute at the iNACOL Symposium as we engage in some of the most pertinent topics in education today: equity and personalized learning. Oct 18, 2018 Christensen Institute
What does the future of teaching look like? Thomas Arnett What does the future of teaching look like? Looking to the future, we can see that many of the instructional innovations that come with blended learning can have a powerful and positive impact on the teaching profession. Oct 18, 2018 Thomas Arnett
How rethinking regulation could help innovation thrive in higher education Alana Dunagan How rethinking regulation could help innovation thrive in higher education Poorly designed regulation shoulders some of the blame for the high costs and weak outcomes of traditional models of college. How can Congress rethink regulation so that innovative models can shine? Oct 16, 2018 Alana Dunagan
How school leaders can motivate instructional innovation: a teacher’s quest for progress Thomas Arnett How school leaders can motivate instructional innovation: a teacher’s quest for progress In this episode of The Ten Minute Teacher Show, Thomas Arnett talks with Vicki Davis about his latest research on the factors that motivate teachers to adopt new instructional practices for their classrooms. During the i... Oct 15, 2018 Thomas Arnett
