If you are wondering what the big deal is about modern learning, 21st century learning, digital or blended learning then this video might shed some light.
We recognise that the world our students are entering is vastly different to the world our traditional education system is designed to prepare our students for. We recognise that our students require a different set of skills, a different form of literacy, in order for them to be successful and productive citizens in a world that is rapidly changing. This video helps bridge the gap in our understanding of what skills our children need and how they can apply these skills in order to make a difference in the world that they will inherit from us.
How is your school addressing the needs and aspirations of its community? In the last few years I have been fortunate enough to have been the recipient of several research grants. As part of this I have read many education and social research articles both international and national. This has allowed me to be aware of, and follow many international and national trends in education. It has also meant that I have been exposed to many different perspectives of what education could look like as we attempt to navigate the uncertainty that surrounds the future needs of our Äkonga. There are many organisations that have discussed and provided evidence to help us recognise the need for change and the tools to implement them. Organisations such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) provide The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) study, which governments use to help them measure the effectiveness of their education systems for preparing student
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