People-powered pathways: Lessons in how to build students’ social capital through career-connected learning Robert Markle People-powered pathways: Lessons in how to build students’ social capital through career-connected learning This report offers field-tested considerations for piloting social capital building within existing career pathways initiatives. July 19, 2023 Robert Markle
A whole child, whole life approach puts relationships at the center Julia Freeland Fisher A whole child, whole life approach puts relationships at the center What do kids need? A conversation with author Stephanie Malia Krauss. May 10, 2023 Julia Freeland Fisher
Social Capital Relationships as outcomes: Updates from the field measuring students’ networks Julia Freeland Fisher Relationships as outcomes: Updates from the field measuring students’ networks Advances in measuring students' social capital can help education institutions drive learning, retention, and economic mobility. Apr 25, 2023 Julia Freeland Fisher Social Capital
The far reach of near peers Julia Freeland Fisher The far reach of near peers With the will and these insights to help guide their way, schools could unlock the far-reaching impact of near peers. Mar 21, 2023 Julia Freeland Fisher
From idea to action: 5 strategies to build students’ relationships Julia Freeland Fisher From idea to action: 5 strategies to build students’ relationships Five different strategies, sourced from real-world examples, to help educators build and strengthen students’ relationships to boost their long-term economic prospects. Feb 21, 2023 Julia Freeland Fisher
5 education innovation trends worth watching in 2023 Julia Freeland Fisher 5 education innovation trends worth watching in 2023 Innovations to watch in 2023: those that at once expand schools’ ability to innovate and also up the relationships and resources available directly to students. Jan 3, 2023 Julia Freeland Fisher
How do you talk to students about their networks? Julia Freeland Fisher How do you talk to students about their networks? Discussing networks with students should be asset-based and experiential: here's how. Nov 3, 2022 Julia Freeland Fisher
What schools miss when they’re missing relationship data Julia Freeland Fisher What schools miss when they’re missing relationship data Here's why students' connections need to become part and parcel of the data that schools collect to drive and measure their progress. Oct 20, 2022 Julia Freeland Fisher
Don’t just pay interns, help them build networks Julia Freeland Fisher Don’t just pay interns, help them build networks If internships are going to operate as engines that promote inclusion in the labor market, compensating interns with both financial and social capital matters. Oct 7, 2022 Julia Freeland Fisher
Connection over content: A new era for education technology Julia Freeland Fisher Connection over content: A new era for education technology Edtech that connects offers a mix of more interactive learning experiences and various forms of virtual mentorship, career exploration, and support. Sept 21, 2022 Julia Freeland Fisher
Why better data on students’ networks can start the school year off right Julia Freeland Fisher Why better data on students’ networks can start the school year off right Identifying students' networks can lend critical data to schools grappling with how best to support their students in the year ahead. Aug 25, 2022 Julia Freeland Fisher
Students’ hidden networks: Relationship mapping as a strategy to build asset-based pathways Julia Freeland Fisher Students’ hidden networks: Relationship mapping as a strategy to build asset-based pathways Discover the profound potential of approaches to mapping and mobilizing students’ existing social networks, as well as the emerging strategies and tools that schools should consider. Aug 9, 2022 Julia Freeland Fisher