Posts by Tom Vander Ark
From Last Chance to First Choice: Alternative Schools That Show the Way Forward
By: T. Vander Ark & R. Midles. Tom and Rebecca share seven types of schools that provide a learner-centered alternative to traditional high schools.
Human Expression: Why It Should Be A Global Goal And How Crypto Can Help
Human expression is essential to a meaningful future. New mediums and models are making it easier than ever to make a living. We must adapt how we talk about creativity.
How Smart Machines Are Improving History and Civics Education
Tom Vander Ark and Mason Pashia explore how AI and tech are impacting the field of history and civics learning education.
New Changemaking Strategy Energizes Real World Learning in Kansas City
The Real World Learning Initiative is centered around value community-connected projects, internships, entrepreneurial experiences, college credit, and industry-recognized credentials supported by the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, in an effort to mobilize regional high school transformation.
Champion the Class of 2021: A Timely Impact Opportunity
#21Champions is about helping students graduate, tell their story, and find great youth leadership opportunities.
How Systems And States Can Encourage More And Better Project-Based Learning
States and school systems can and should support learning that inspires, engages, and empowers learners through project-based learning.
Summer Learning Opportunities for Community and Real World Experiences
Summer learning is full of opportunities to get students engaged in new ways of learning, being within their community, and getting professional skils.
The Two Most Important Things We Don’t Teach
Climate crisis and artificial intelligence (AI) will shape the next decade. Listed are ways to ensure that students don't leave high school and college without having considered either.
Equipping Youth to Change the World
Next-generation learning is learning that combines personalized learning sprints with impact projects. The Knowledge Society is using this learning style and helping students shape the future.
What’s the EdTech Vaccine? 10 Design Principles
There are 10 design shifts that represent an opportunity in learner experience and supporting learning tools that can improve the life trajectories of billions.