Personalized Learning and Skilled Trades in the 21st Century
In a highly tech-driven world, much emphasis is put on preparing students with job skills that will enable them to be adaptable and innovative, specifically in tech, math, and science fields. And looking forward in the 21st century, these job skills will certainly be necessary, as the pace of technological advancements continues to accelerate. [...]
What We Learned — A Recap of SES16
Our first ever conference has come and gone – and it was a fantastic experience! We met many inspirational teachers and school leaders from all over New England. Our presenters worked hard, and had so much to share! We were honored to have them come speak, and to host all of the educators who [...]
The Key to Differentiation in Competency Based Education: A Flexible Block Schedule
If you’re in the education sphere, you've likely heard of competency based education. It’s been growing in popularity across the country, and rapidly becoming the focus of not only higher educational curriculum, but secondary schools as well. Competency based education focuses, not simply on grades, but outcomes based on actual knowledge. In addition, differentiation, or [...]
Choosing A Path: Students Get Advice From Tech Professionals
Do you remember your junior and senior year in High School? It may have been fun, but it may have been pretty stressful, too. With the excitement that comes from starting a new chapter in your life is the fear of starting a new chapter in your life. At some point, every student realizes [...]
Student Scheduling Software and Beyond: How to Meet the Challenges of RTI at the Secondary Level
Schools all over the country are seeing the need to step up their game and provide students with a more personalized learning experience. In most cases, this calls for a change in the school schedule. Many schools have opted to make their schedule more flexible. Whether your school has implemented a Response to Intervention [...]
How Can You Avoid Frustrating Your Students?
What is education really about? Test scores and letter grades? Sometimes it certainly seems that way. But looking forward, there are a lot of positive changes being made -- or talked about. Sometimes talk of education reform may get away from what's actually important: the students. Kids will rely on the education they receive [...]