A revealing look at innovation in urban and suburban schools Chelsea Waite A revealing look at innovation in urban and suburban schools Canopy data shows urban and suburban schools report innovative practices at different frequencies. July 28, 2020 Chelsea Waite
A revealing look at innovation in rural schools Chelsea Waite A revealing look at innovation in rural schools Canopy data suggests rural schools prioritize flexibility and student supports, but other practices may be less common. July 21, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Free edtech won’t lead to lasting change in schools—but here’s what could Chelsea Waite Free edtech won’t lead to lasting change in schools—but here’s what could As schools confront the challenges ahead of them this year, it’s critical to remember the role that processes play in redefining schools’ capabilities. July 20, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Now is the moment to lean into student agency Chelsea Waite Now is the moment to lean into student agency Nurturing students’ abilities to contribute and lead can have big payoffs as schools face ongoing uncertainty. July 7, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Making sense of school innovation: Five categories of practice revealed Chelsea Waite Making sense of school innovation: Five categories of practice revealed The Canopy dataset suggests five distinct categories of innovative practice in schools. July 2, 2020 Chelsea Waite
3 ways to design for equity in distance learning this fall Chelsea Waite 3 ways to design for equity in distance learning this fall Distance learning designs for the fall must have equity baked in from the beginning to have a chance at supporting underserved students well. June 25, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Why diversity is essential to school innovation Chelsea Waite Why diversity is essential to school innovation What works for some doesn’t work for all, and what’s working for those on the margins could be completely unknown. June 10, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Envisioning the 7 habits of highly resilient schools Chelsea Waite Envisioning the 7 habits of highly resilient schools What can school districts do to increase their abilities to adapt their operations and advance student learning in times of discontinuity? May 14, 2020 Chelsea Waite
Yes, school resources are limited—but don’t ignore what students can offer Chelsea Waite Yes, school resources are limited—but don’t ignore what students can offer With a looming economic recession, school leaders are bracing for budget cuts. But what if resources weren’t as finite as they seem? Apr 15, 2020 Chelsea Waite
When there’s no plan for that: Moving school online in a hurry Chelsea Waite When there’s no plan for that: Moving school online in a hurry School closures due to COVID-19 have led educators to scramble in the shift to online learning. Here's how a discovery-driven plan can help. Mar 18, 2020 Chelsea Waite
3 school innovation insights that challenge common assumptions Chelsea Waite 3 school innovation insights that challenge common assumptions Drawing on school innovation data from the Canopy project, these three findings challenge assumptions about student-centered learning. Feb 26, 2020 Chelsea Waite
What schools stand to learn from a generation of youth activists Chelsea Waite What schools stand to learn from a generation of youth activists By understanding what motivates young people’s behavior, we have a chance to build education systems that actually deliver on what students demand. Feb 5, 2020 Chelsea Waite
