Falak The age of accelerating technology combined with the focus on more cross-disciplinary solutions led to the development of spaces for creation, invention, and hands-on learning called maker spaces. Filled with tools, technology, and stations to collaborate on different forms of enterprises or community service tasks. The role of the maker space in facilitating creativity and … Read more
Every educator today is confronted with the same strange paradox: how do we educate a generation of students for jobs that don’t exist in an economy that hasn’t happened yet? As our students prepare for unknown opportunities to do work we can even hardly imagine, the combination of technological change and labor market evolution is … Read more
During the past few years, a much trickier discussion has been taking place in education circles across America: When it comes to homework, just how much is too much? The more educators, parents, and policymakers dig into the issue, the clearer it becomes that this approach to homework may not be doing schoolchildren any favors. … Read more
The world of language learning has changed a lot in recent years. Long gone are the days of traditional learning styles, parched over textbooks and relegated to a classroom. The postmillennial era saw the emergence of language learning apps, where today millions across the globe regardless of age group now rely on their smartphone or … Read more
In recent times, we have come to a better knowledge of neurodiversity in educational contexts. This new paradigm shift admits that neurological differences such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and many others are part of natural variation in humans. Ethical educators MUST know this and embrace it to create a more inclusive classroom experience. Neurodiverse learners … Read more
The educational landscape is changing — and fast with project-based learning (PBL) rising to the top of many district discussions more than ever before. The author discusses what project-based learning is, great examples through case studies, and tips for educators who want to start PBL in the classroom. Understanding Project-based Learning Project-based learning (PBL), as … Read more
The world has, of course, been inspired by the sharp rise in youth activism around climate change in recent years. School strikes and fiery speeches at global forums demonstrate increasingly show young people are stepping up in the battle against manmade climate change. In light of this, one question rises to the top: How important … Read more
As the world turns more digital every day, being connected to technology and a modem has become vital for educational accomplishments. There remains a significant divide between digital resources and connectivity in urban vs. rural areas, however. This gap called the digital divide, is a real stumbling block to academic achievement and career success for … Read more
We live in a fast-paced digital age where the demand to verify credentials quickly, securely, and efficiently is more important than ever. From academic degrees to professional certifications and work experience, credential checks are a vital process for everyone including employers, educational institutions, or individuals themselves. This is where blockchain technology comes in — a … Read more
The role of standardized testing in college admissions decisions has been subject to increasing scrutiny over the past few years. Globally acknowledged as the pivotal point of applications, tests such SAT and ACT are going through an unparalleled predicament. Looking ahead, this changing picture of college admissions is poised to disrupt the test-prep industry; for … Read more