Vander Ark on Innovationtag:blogs.edweek.org,2012-02-06:/edweek/on_innovation//1372019-01-28T21:27:48ZThis archived blog was written by Tom Vander Ark (@tvanderark), an education advocate, adviser, and author of Getting Smart: How Personal Digital Learning is Changing the World. Tom is Founder and Executive Editor of Getting Smart and a partner in Learn Capital.Movable Type Pro 5.2.7Last Words on Innovationtag:blogs.edweek.org,2019:/edweek/on_innovation//137.783972019-01-28T21:27:39Z2019-01-28T21:27:48ZAfter more than six years and 800 blog posts, I am wrapping up my contributions to Education Week. Before I go, a look at innovation vs. improvement and how we can all support creating a future that works for everyone.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
After more than six years and 800 blog posts, I am wrapping up my contributions to Education Week. Before I go, a look at innovation vs. improvement and how we can all support creating a future that works for everyone.
What Game Are You Playing: Improvement or Innovation?tag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.781092018-12-13T13:45:08Z2018-12-13T16:45:57ZImprovement and innovation have different rules, expectations, and risks. The key is knowing which game you're playing, but getting the balance right between fostering innovation and fighting for equity may be the challenge of our time.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Improvement and innovation have different rules, expectations, and risks. The key is knowing which game you're playing, but getting the balance right between fostering innovation and fighting for equity may be the challenge of our time.
The Best Academic Schools in Tennessee Feature the Best Character Program in the Countrytag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.780862018-12-11T13:38:43Z2018-12-11T16:40:46ZValor Collegiate Academies has been in the top 5 percent of Tennessee schools on growth and achievement every year since it started in 2014. But Tom visited Valor because of the well-regarded Valor Compass, a holistic human-development program.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Valor Collegiate Academies has been in the top 5 percent of Tennessee schools on growth and achievement every year since it started in 2014. But Tom visited Valor because of the well-regarded Valor Compass, a holistic human-development program.
Scaling Competency-Based Education: Equity-Focused Strategies for Policy and Practicetag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.780632018-12-05T17:25:17Z2018-12-06T00:02:42ZAn in-depth look at current barriers to competency-based education, the equity imperative behind CBE, and five key points to move the field toward CBE for all. Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
An in-depth look at current barriers to competency-based education, the equity imperative behind CBE, and five key points to move the field toward CBE for all.
Project-Based Schools Close Silicon Valley Gapstag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.780112018-11-26T13:10:40Z2018-11-28T22:44:55ZTom and Emily recently visited several schools in Silicon Valley. Dive in to see how high-challenge communities are responding with personalized and project-based learning. Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Tom and Emily recently visited several schools in Silicon Valley. Dive in to see how high-challenge communities are responding with personalized and project-based learning.
The Progressive Schools of Philadelphiatag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.779982018-11-21T13:08:00Z2018-11-26T17:42:41ZA look at some of the 10 progressive autonomous schools in the Philadelphia Innovation network expanding opportunities and serving families through local and national partnerships.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
A look at some of the 10 progressive autonomous schools in the Philadelphia Innovation network expanding opportunities and serving families through local and national partnerships.
Design Thinking, City as Classroom, Museum as Home Basetag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.779622018-11-19T12:17:00Z2018-11-19T17:02:30ZTom recently visited the Grand Rapids Public Museum School that's rooted in design thinking and place-based education. Here's a look at the school and how they're using their XQ Super School grant to extend their vision for high-quality, community as a classroom learning opportunities for more students.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Tom recently visited the Grand Rapids Public Museum School that's rooted in design thinking and place-based education. Here's a look at the school and how they're using their XQ Super School grant to extend their vision for high-quality, community as a classroom learning opportunities for more students.
20 Signs of Progress at Singapore American Schooltag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.778862018-11-07T11:10:00Z2018-11-07T21:10:58ZA look at the progress seen at Singapore American School when it comes to prepping students for life and college and 20 signs of progress in talent development, care and guidance, and high impact teaching.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
A look at the progress seen at Singapore American School when it comes to prepping students for life and college and 20 signs of progress in talent development, care and guidance, and high impact teaching.
Growing Network Supports Thriving San Diego Studentstag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.778542018-11-05T19:25:00Z2018-11-05T19:50:40ZHow can we help students learn how to learn? Through projects and personalized learning. Discover how Thrive Public Schools makes this possible for each and every student that enters their doors.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
How can we help students learn how to learn? Through projects and personalized learning. Discover how Thrive Public Schools makes this possible for each and every student that enters their doors.
How Teachers and Leaders Can Promote Personalized Learningtag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.778272018-10-31T16:18:18Z2018-10-31T16:32:09ZPersonalized learning is the future of education. In the latest episode of the podcast, Tom shares five important attributes, five tips on learning environments and how teachers and leaders can help promote personalized learning.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Personalized learning is the future of education. In the latest episode of the podcast, Tom shares five important attributes, five tips on learning environments and how teachers and leaders can help promote personalized learning.
Family Technology Pact: Why You Need One and the Hidden Benefitstag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.778112018-10-29T11:00:00Z2018-10-29T16:36:15ZBy: Rachel Wigglesworth. Everyone uses digital media nowadays. How can we navigate what is an appropriate amount of use with our families? Rachel shares how she is trying a family "technology pact."Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
By: Rachel Wigglesworth. Everyone uses digital media nowadays. How can we navigate what is an appropriate amount of use with our families? Rachel shares how she is trying a family "technology pact."
Moving to Mastery in Idahotag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.777712018-10-24T11:00:00Z2018-10-24T15:07:42ZSchools in Idaho are moving towards competency-based education in order to provide more personalized learning for all students. Read more from Tom's recent visit.Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Schools in Idaho are moving towards competency-based education in order to provide more personalized learning for all students. Read more from Tom's recent visit.
The Case for Competency as a New Equity Agendatag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.777542018-10-22T10:00:00Z2018-10-22T13:10:36ZBy Tom Vander Ark and Mary Ryerse We believe that every student deserves a great high school education - one that engages, challenges and inspires them, equips them to succeed in a rapidly changing world, and prepares them to thrive...Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
By Tom Vander Ark and Mary Ryerse We believe that every student deserves a great high school education - one that engages, challenges and inspires them, equips them to succeed in a rapidly changing world, and prepares them to thrive...
Randy Ziegenfuss on Teacher Leadership and Student-Centered Learningtag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.777312018-10-17T10:57:44Z2018-10-17T23:10:11ZTom chats with Randy Ziegenfuss about his journey as an educator, his time at Salisbury and his podcast, "Shift Your Paradigm."Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
Tom chats with Randy Ziegenfuss about his journey as an educator, his time at Salisbury and his podcast, "Shift Your Paradigm."
Students' Basic Needs Must Be Met Before They Can Learn Deeplytag:blogs.edweek.org,2018:/edweek/on_innovation//137.776952018-10-15T10:00:00Z2018-10-15T16:07:38ZBy: Bob Lenz and John Larmer. In order to become empowered and skilled graduates, students must master "deeper learning" competencies. However, getting to that level requires other needs be met first. Tom Vander Arkhttp://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/on_innovation/
By: Bob Lenz and John Larmer. In order to become empowered and skilled graduates, students must master "deeper learning" competencies. However, getting to that level requires other needs be met first.