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equity | innovative leadership | strategic planning
graduate profiles are becoming increasingly popular in districts and can function in a multitude of ways. from formulating the basis for an instructional vision to getting started with performance based grading, graduate profiles clearly articulate outcomes for learners and provide critical guidance for staff and leaders. what is a profile of a graduate? a graduate profile may also be referred to as portrait of a graduate, profile of a graduate, journey of a graduate, or journey of a learner. the precise term is not as important as the way in which it was created, and how it functions within your district or school community. at 瑞士vs喀麦隆亚盘赔率 we believe in the importance of building and creating a profile collaboratively; that the process of creation is, in fact, just as important as the end product. we also believe that when designing a graduate profile, it is important to do so with a student-centered approach. read the following five tips for planning that will lead to an impactful and relevant graduate profile that your community is excited about.
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district leadership | school leadership | strategic planning
in 2009, professor tina seelig looked over her class of stanford business students and assigned a simple challenge. working in groups, the students were given $5 and 2 hours to make the highest possible return on their money. they had a week to plan their strategy with almost unlimited creativity. at the end of the challenge, each group gave a 3 minute presentation to share their process and results with their peers. most people faced with a similar challenge would follow one of two logical routes to secure a return on investment (roi): focus on the money and try to “flip” it - buy an item for $5 and sell it for $10 focus on the time allotment of 2 hours and try to “side hustle” - engage in “gig economy” jobs to make additional income
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district leadership | school districts | strategic planning
our schools operate at a rapid pace as they are dynamic environments with a number of moving parts. as leaders, we are continually attending to matters of teaching and learning, making sure our curricula are rigorous and standards-based, checking in on culture and learning outcomes using data to measure results…and much more. undeniably, there is a long list of priorities. to execute these work streams well and to best serve our students, we must engage in responsive strategic planning. too often, districts create multiple plans that don’t guide or prioritize the needs well, creating chaos, resulting in a lack of a true roadmap. many districts benefit from developing a comprehensive 3-5 year strategic plan. by establishing a robust planning process, you can deepen your understanding of stakeholder needs, build coherence across district initiatives, prioritize efforts to maximize value for students, and define success metrics. it is important for other school-based or district-wide plans to fit well with the overall comprehensive and responsive strategic district plan.
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classrooms | district leadership | edtech | school districts | teachers
imagine a new educational paradigm: virtual tutors provide real-time assistance, ensuring no students are left behind. interactive simulations and virtual reality experiences engage learners in immersive educational adventures, making lessons come alive. teachers collaborate to analyze student performance data, enabling targeted interventions and fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment. the synergy between educators and artificial intelligence (ai) enhances academic outcomes and nurtures a generation empowered by limitless possibilities!
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when asked what my favorite story is, one of the first titles that pops into my mind is hamlet. but hamlet is not my favorite story - not even close. i like it, sure, but the reason it pops into my head is because it was one of my favorite units in high school. the brilliant educator ms. nelson thoughtfully designed the unit, and the experience still resides in my mind twenty years later. as educators, we are obsessed with the content we put in front of our students. a thoughtfully crafted and rigorous curriculum can transform lives, and our lessons can make waves decades into the future. because of its impacts, we must be thoughtful when considering changes in the curriculum we put in front of our students. 瑞士vs喀麦隆亚盘赔率 supports the implementation of high-quality instructional materials (hqims), and our previously published guide provides a comprehensive view of hqims. if your organization is thinking of implementing a new curriculum, here are three things to consider:
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classrooms | district leadership | school leadership
take a casual stroll through the past predictions i made about education, leading up to 2024. you'll see they were pretty spot-on. over the last few years, i've called several major trends in education that hit the nail on the head. digital skills? they've become a big deal in classrooms everywhere, just as i anticipated. hybrid learning – a blend of online and traditional classes – really took off, especially when the pandemic stirred things up. i was also right about schools taking mental health more seriously, with unprecedented support now for students' emotional well-being. career and tech education received a major upgrade, equipping students with cool tech skills for the future job market. and, oh boy, did ai and machine learning make a splash in education, personalizing learning experiences and reducing administrative burdens.
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