Partnership for Global Learning
What is global competency and how can we design educational programs so our students can develop these skills? See PGL’s Global Leadership Rubric, materials for program development and advocacy resources. Connect with schools from the International Studies Schools Network at the annual conference.
Changing Education Paradigms
Sir Ken Robinson’s TED talk is illustrated with clever and fascinating drawings in sync with his spoken word. Sir Robinson delivers a thought-provoking message about why the factory-model education system no longer serves us in the 21st century. I also recommend his book on the same topic, The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything.
A Whole New Mind: How Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future
Daniel Pink discusses six traits needed to stand out from the others as we move from the “information age” to the “conceptual age”: design, sympathy, empathy, play, meaning and STORY. The downloadable discussion guide for educators will lead your professional learning community (PLC) to reflect on how we prepare our students for their futures. Also check out Daniel Pink’s Drive for surprises about what really motivates people.
Edutopia: The George Lucas Educational Foundation
Resources for “schools that work”. Big-picture and out-of-the-box thinkers will be inspired by ideas for project-based learning, integrated learning, technology integration and more.
