Post-COVID, cramming edtech in schools goes wild Michael B. Horn Post-COVID, cramming edtech in schools goes wild Can COVID-spurred edtech implementation in K-12 schools usher in the lasting change and transformation students and families need? June 12, 2023 Michael B. Horn
How college presidents can last in the job to create lasting change Michael B. Horn How college presidents can last in the job to create lasting change If college presidents want to last in their roles and make meaningful, lasting changes at their institutions, then using the right tools of leadership and management in the right circumstance is the make-or-break differe... June 6, 2023 Michael B. Horn
The dual-credit risk in high schools Michael B. Horn The dual-credit risk in high schools High school dual-credit programs risk selling students a bill of credits that likely lack value, and end up costing a lot of money. June 1, 2023 Michael B. Horn
Why ‘system transformation’ is likely a pipe dream Michael B. Horn Why ‘system transformation’ is likely a pipe dream System transformation almost never happens by changing the fundamental tenets of the system itself. Instead, it comes from replacing the system with a brand-new system. May 11, 2023 Michael B. Horn
The learning leapfrog in Liberia, Sierra Leone Michael B. Horn The learning leapfrog in Liberia, Sierra Leone An affordable solution like tablet-based learning that personalizes to the ability of each and every child carries promise. Mar 14, 2023 Michael B. Horn
Biden’s latest regulatory overreach hits colleges Michael B. Horn Biden’s latest regulatory overreach hits colleges Biden's college regulatory red tape will increase costs at a time when most agree that the price of higher education has risen too high. Mar 9, 2023 Michael B. Horn
Policy by waivers won’t boost school innovation Michael B. Horn Policy by waivers won’t boost school innovation Until regulators create frameworks where innovation in pursuit of student outcomes is the default and doesn’t require permission, don’t expect a sea change. Feb 23, 2023 Michael B. Horn
Biden’s back door to free college Michael B. Horn Biden’s back door to free college With free college, many programs that shouldn’t be eligible for federal student loans can now escape one of the government’s only accountability mechanisms. Feb 7, 2023 Michael B. Horn
The third party opportunity Michael B. Horn The third party opportunity If a third political party is to emerge, it must start at the local level, and Massachusetts, where the GOP has all but collapsed, presents an enticing first target. Jan 23, 2023 Michael B. Horn
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative’s head of education on supporting student, educator wellbeing Michael B. Horn Chan Zuckerberg Initiative’s head of education on supporting student, educator wellbeing CZI's leadership reveals where the role of education philanthropy can make the biggest positive impact right now. Dec 8, 2022 Michael B. Horn
Downward enrollment trend in school districts calls for innovation—or else Michael B. Horn Downward enrollment trend in school districts calls for innovation—or else A recent report lays bare the growing desire among parents for student-centered learning experiences. Districts must meet the demand. Dec 2, 2022 Michael B. Horn
With ESAs soaring, tech platform Odyssey emerges to help families access state funding Michael B. Horn With ESAs soaring, tech platform Odyssey emerges to help families access state funding Tech platform Odyssey is helping families and state education providers make use of education savings accounts (ESAs). Nov 10, 2022 Michael B. Horn