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Engaging All Learners: Expanding High School Options for Success

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High School collects a diverse group of students into a large learning community, but it also prepares teenagers for a future as variable as any we can imagine. Yet, the one-size-fits-all model persists in many high schools. Could we expand high school options to guarantee every student’s success?

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Standardized tests are pests—here’s why

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By constraining students to short-stories (designed to mimic the test format), we risk stifling their exploration of diverse genres, complex characters, and critical thinking skills that occurs within the context of experiencing a well-crafted novel.

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The four promises of school: Building a future-focused, student-centered learning environment

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By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated. A joyful school is one where students are not just present but fully engaged, their curiosity sparked by innovative teaching methods, and a supportive community.

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Training in media literacy is in order

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A 2016 Stanford University study showed that middle school, high school, and college students have difficulty judging the credibility of online information and are frequently duped by fake news, biased sources, and sponsored content. Last year, the Newseum in Washington hosted a three-day seminar on media literacy for teachers.

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Preparing students for Industry 5.0: Rethinking STEM to shape the future workforce

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Unlike traditional teaching methods, drones allow students to interface directly with technology, transforming their learning experiences from passive to active. These projects go beyond theoretical knowledge, teaching students to apply data analytics in meaningful ways. Why drones?

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Future-forward: How to incorporate the 5th ‘C’ of 21st Century learning

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Many of you are familiar with the four C’s of the 21 st -century learning framework : collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity. Career readiness can be engrained into the teaching and learning landscape in many ways. Genevra Walters, superintendent of Kankakee School District.

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Moving beyond compliance: Building relationships in education

eSchool News

Fantastic educators create environments and experiences that promote critical thinking and instill a joy for learning, making education a truly rich experience for each student. And that’s something to celebrate–many industries wish they had this level of employee retention. And I believe that.

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