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Lucas Foundation on Innovative Schools
Context:
The
George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF) is a non-profit organization
that encourages and supports innovation in K-12 schools. Edutopia is
the name of its magazine and website. The site features articles,
videos, lessons, and an online community to share and celebrate best
21st Century practices.
Innovation summary:
How this resource can support you along the innovation continuum:
- Explore how project learning, a dynamic approach to teaching allows students to explore real-world problems and challenges.
- Explore 6 core concepts which are at the heart of the educational change debate.
Key points:
- The six core concepts at the heart of educations are: project learning, social and emotional learning, technology integration, teacher development, comprehensive assessment and integrated studies.
- Innovation should be the rule in schools and not an exception.
- Schools should be a place for inspiration, aspiration and an urgent belief that improving education improves the world we live in.
