Blog entry with links here: http://www.reachcap.com/blog/post/2016-edtech-outlook
It’s hard to believe it’s been three years since we published our first ReimaginED report. When we first drafted ReimaginED, we set out to expose systemic challenges in our nation’s K-12 education system and to highlight some of the innovative solutions edtech entrepreneurs were developing to address these challenges. In last year’s report, we showcased ways technology could help our school system become an escalator to opportunity for all.
A lot has changed in three years, including our spinout from NewSchools to Reach Capital. Edtech investment has hit an all time high with a variety of new funders entering the space. As the market begins to mature, global edtech brands are emerging with solutions that are improving educational outcomes and serving millions of students, teachers, and families.
Even with these changes, however, a lot remains the same. The escalator to social mobility remains broken with unequal access to quality education. Meeting individual student needs is still a challenge and grows more pressing as children in US public schools are more diverse than ever. Moreover, our education system is not designed to prepare children for the demands of today's knowledge economy. We're still stuck in a system that is largely manufacturing-based, which falls short on important skills such as coding, creativity, and synthesis. All these challenges and more have led to increasing demands on teachers as both their role and their responsibilities evolve, with little to no support in the transition.
This year’s publication, rebranded as “Reach Capital’s 2016 Edtech Outlook”, touches on these persisting challenges, while also highlighting key drivers that make us optimistic about the potential of technology to improve access and opportunity for kids. This year, our publication is not a roundup of everything in K-12 edtech, but rather our perspective on the challenges,opportunities and promising solutions in the space that we find most compelling. If you're looking for a full report on the state of K-12 edtech, our friends at Edsurge in partnership with AT&T Aspire have recently published a state of edtech report and we encourage you to check it out.
Given our unique vantage point, we also provide a peek “around the corner” into emerging solutions that align with our mission. We continue to see a need for more innovations in critical areas like English Language Learner instruction and Social Emotional Learning. We look forward to finding and supporting talented, mission-driven entrepreneurs innovating in these and other areas that will improve access and opportunity for kids.
Thank you to co-authors Chian Gong, Aditya Kaddu, and Jennifer Wu as well as the entire Reach team for their guidance and feedback.
Today NewSchools Ignite is releasing “Promising Developments in Science Edtech,” a summary report of our findings and the lessons learned from the Science Learning Challenge market research and cohort experience. The report compiles the key insights we’ve gleaned, and presents them in three sections: why science education matters, challenges facing K-12 science learning, and opportunities for edtech to support science learning.
Educational Technology is becoming increasingly important in the higher education sector as innovative educators are using technology to improve pedagogy and student learning. This is not limited to academic institutions as corporate trainers also seek to leverage their people development resources to improve the operating performance of their organizations.
As a result the field of EdTech has been growing rapidly over the past decade as entrepreneurs see the opportunities to use technology to improve the speed and depth of learning. The drive ultimately stems from the transition to a knowledge economy where information is the vital fuel and improved learning can provide breakthrough insights that have substantial public or private value.
This presentation will look at the trends impacting and being impacted by EdTech, student and faculty perceptions, economics, adoption success, factors, investment patterns and the major technologies that are being used in higher educational institutions.
3 Ingredients for an Ed Tech EcosystemAllison Baum
What has to happen for an ed tech ecosystem to thrive? Why have we seen so much innovation in education in the US over the past 5 years and how can that be replicated globally?
Philanthropy’s Essential Role in K-12 Edtech and Strategies for ImpactShauntel Poulson
Although “Record Levels of Edtech Funding” has been a recurring headline, there hasn’t been a focus on the role of philanthropy as the majority of funding is coming from the private sector. From our front line view as an active edtech seed investor, we see the need for diverse forms of capital to realize the full potential of technology to differentiate instruction and drive improved learning outcomes.
With their long view of the market and a focus on student achievement, foundations are uniquely positioned to fill existing gaps in edtech funding. For example, additional sources of capital are needed to provide high quality technology tools for students with specialized needs and underserved backgrounds.
So what is preventing foundations from funding edtech? How much money have foundations recently contributed to edtech? Which foundations are leading the way and what innovative approaches are they taking? Find out in Philanthropy’s Essential Role in K-12 Edtech and Strategies for Impact, an analysis of the current state of major foundations and K-12 edtech funding.
We hope foundations will use this research to find ways to support the K-12 edtech ecosystem given their mission and capacity.
Thank you to collaborators Dan Runcie, Vivian Wu, and Chian Gong. Thanks also to Diana Barthauer for support with graphic design.
Early Stage Edtech Investment Thesis (Sept 2016)Earnest Sweat
Here is an example of a personal investment thesis that I created to share with venture capital firms. In this example, I provide my personal perspective on the edtech sector. For details on how I build this thesis check out my blog (https://goo.gl/CU4Qid).
Note: Some of the confidential information has been redacted for privacy.
A possible framework for how to think about one's desired impact in education technology, relative to the various entities in the space -- and some basic career advice. Shared with Berkeley Haas MBAs in Nov. 2013.
ReimaginED: The Future of K12 EducationDavid Havens
See the original post (with links!) at: http://www.newschools.org/blog/reimagined
Questions? Tweet me @eduhavens
NewSchools Venture Fund presents ReimaginED, a 50 slide overview of the present and future of education.
From TED talk playlists to government speeches, everyone agrees: education is changing. Exactly how, why, or what it all means is still up for debate. Are the low United States PISA scores a sign of stagnation or creativity? Does technology replace or enhance face to face interaction? Are we trying to teach skills, concepts, or learning mindsets?
At NewSchools, we’d like to set the stage differently, in the context of the ground up innovation already happening. While some see the systemic challenges facing us as signs of a depressed age or solemn future, we see it as a call to action. The time is now to re-imagine our education system, and the landscape that’s developed over the last several years offers fertile ground for new approaches.
Just what are the challenges facing our nation, and what are problem solvers doing to keep training the next generation to be the best and brightest? Find out in Re-imagined, a 50 slide overview of the present and future of education.
Today NewSchools Ignite is releasing “Promising Developments in Science Edtech,” a summary report of our findings and the lessons learned from the Science Learning Challenge market research and cohort experience. The report compiles the key insights we’ve gleaned, and presents them in three sections: why science education matters, challenges facing K-12 science learning, and opportunities for edtech to support science learning.
Educational Technology is becoming increasingly important in the higher education sector as innovative educators are using technology to improve pedagogy and student learning. This is not limited to academic institutions as corporate trainers also seek to leverage their people development resources to improve the operating performance of their organizations.
As a result the field of EdTech has been growing rapidly over the past decade as entrepreneurs see the opportunities to use technology to improve the speed and depth of learning. The drive ultimately stems from the transition to a knowledge economy where information is the vital fuel and improved learning can provide breakthrough insights that have substantial public or private value.
This presentation will look at the trends impacting and being impacted by EdTech, student and faculty perceptions, economics, adoption success, factors, investment patterns and the major technologies that are being used in higher educational institutions.
3 Ingredients for an Ed Tech EcosystemAllison Baum
What has to happen for an ed tech ecosystem to thrive? Why have we seen so much innovation in education in the US over the past 5 years and how can that be replicated globally?
Philanthropy’s Essential Role in K-12 Edtech and Strategies for ImpactShauntel Poulson
Although “Record Levels of Edtech Funding” has been a recurring headline, there hasn’t been a focus on the role of philanthropy as the majority of funding is coming from the private sector. From our front line view as an active edtech seed investor, we see the need for diverse forms of capital to realize the full potential of technology to differentiate instruction and drive improved learning outcomes.
With their long view of the market and a focus on student achievement, foundations are uniquely positioned to fill existing gaps in edtech funding. For example, additional sources of capital are needed to provide high quality technology tools for students with specialized needs and underserved backgrounds.
So what is preventing foundations from funding edtech? How much money have foundations recently contributed to edtech? Which foundations are leading the way and what innovative approaches are they taking? Find out in Philanthropy’s Essential Role in K-12 Edtech and Strategies for Impact, an analysis of the current state of major foundations and K-12 edtech funding.
We hope foundations will use this research to find ways to support the K-12 edtech ecosystem given their mission and capacity.
Thank you to collaborators Dan Runcie, Vivian Wu, and Chian Gong. Thanks also to Diana Barthauer for support with graphic design.
Early Stage Edtech Investment Thesis (Sept 2016)Earnest Sweat
Here is an example of a personal investment thesis that I created to share with venture capital firms. In this example, I provide my personal perspective on the edtech sector. For details on how I build this thesis check out my blog (https://goo.gl/CU4Qid).
Note: Some of the confidential information has been redacted for privacy.
A possible framework for how to think about one's desired impact in education technology, relative to the various entities in the space -- and some basic career advice. Shared with Berkeley Haas MBAs in Nov. 2013.
ReimaginED: The Future of K12 EducationDavid Havens
See the original post (with links!) at: http://www.newschools.org/blog/reimagined
Questions? Tweet me @eduhavens
NewSchools Venture Fund presents ReimaginED, a 50 slide overview of the present and future of education.
From TED talk playlists to government speeches, everyone agrees: education is changing. Exactly how, why, or what it all means is still up for debate. Are the low United States PISA scores a sign of stagnation or creativity? Does technology replace or enhance face to face interaction? Are we trying to teach skills, concepts, or learning mindsets?
At NewSchools, we’d like to set the stage differently, in the context of the ground up innovation already happening. While some see the systemic challenges facing us as signs of a depressed age or solemn future, we see it as a call to action. The time is now to re-imagine our education system, and the landscape that’s developed over the last several years offers fertile ground for new approaches.
Just what are the challenges facing our nation, and what are problem solvers doing to keep training the next generation to be the best and brightest? Find out in Re-imagined, a 50 slide overview of the present and future of education.
If you are an entrepreneur eager to revolutionise education, figuring out how to make money is a daunting task. In this workshop, in conjunction with Education Entrepreneurs and Startup Weekend EDU, we explore the market opportunity for edtech startups in Asia, as well as different business models in education, the advantages and disadvantages of each, and some inspiring examples of start ups that have found success thus far.
Impactful Edtech: The role of evidence in education businessesSimon Breakspear
Edtech entrepreneurs need to focus on building a successful business AND improving student learning. This deck will help edtech entrepreneurs learn how to differentiate from the competition by proving their impact on positive learning outcomes.
ReimaginED 2015: Trends in K12 EducationDavid Havens
We’re living in a time of tremendous technological change. In the next five years, another billion people will gain access to the internet. By 2020, 80% of the adults on Earth will have a smartphone, double what it is today.
We started the Seed Fund to seek out those places where technological change might be leveraged to improve education, and there is much to improve about our current system. One of the most troubling trends of the last decade is the decrease in educational mobility. As a country, we are doing worse than most at educating our neediest kids which now account for just over half of public school children.
For our neediest children, the problems are cumulative. A series of school failures and missed opportunities add up to an education of accumulated disadvantage, a reverse Matthew Effect of sorts. Our team is focused on how technology can be used to reduce and even eliminate these obstacles so that our school system is an escalator to opportunity for all.
We’ve invested in over 40 teams scaling ideas to improve our education system by empowering students, educators and families with the best tools technology has to offer. Through this lens, we share our second ReImaginED deck. Inspired by KPCB’s Mary Meeker’s widely shared Internet Trends deck, we set out to expose data about our K-12 education system and highlight some of the innovations in education technology. The goal of this deck is to draw out high level trends so it doesn’t include the human stories on the other side of these numbers and charts, see here for some of those.
In ReimaginED 2015 (building off the original published over a year ago), we review the latest systemic challenges, landscape shifts, and emerging innovations that are helping to solve these problems.
Let us know about other innovation trends you are seeing in the comments below or by sharing this on twitter, #ReimaginED2015.
(Cross-post from www.newschools.org/blog/reimagined2015, original post by Jennifer Carolan and David Havens)
What are the opportunities in Edtech?
Data Science.
Machine Learning.
Big Data.
Programming.
Business Analytics.
Project Management.
Web Design.
DevOps and Cloud computing.
A full university without a physical classroom. A math teacher in China becoming multi-millionaire by having millions of online students. Those stories sound illusory but have actually become a reality thanks to the advancement of digital technologies which are reshaping various industries today, from banking, transportation, newspaper to health care and education. How education institutions can change to adapt and operate effectively in the digital age, bringing values to both teachers and students?
Digital Transformation in Higher Education - The Changing Student RelationshipAndy Steer
Slide Deck delivered at SAP's Digital Transformation for Public Services event.
If you think that SAP and higher education is just about finance and HR then think again.
As SAP’s chosen Global Partner for higher education, itelligence are focused on bringing real innovation to your sector. From back office systems that save you time and money to consumer grade engagement platforms that drive student and staff recruitment, retention, and performance through to big data and analytic solutions that deliver actionable insight early to promote positive outcomes.
Bringing the best in SAP Consulting know-how and a range of services from implementation, training, support, and hosting, itelligence is the partner for tomorrow’s higher education institution.
Digital transformation in Higher Education webinar
Monday 10 September 2018
Speakers:
Kuldip Sandhu and Paul Featherstone
The link to the write up page and resources of this webinar:
https://www.apm.org.uk/news/digital-transformation-in-higher-education-webinar/
Reach Capital: 2021 ReimaginED Report on U.S. Education TrendsTony Wan
The pandemic forced the world to conduct the biggest experiment with online education ever. And what we've learned will fundamentally shape the future of teaching and learning.
Out of necessity, schools adopted online tools at unprecedented levels. But this will be the new reality, now that more educators, students and parents got a taste of how technology can empower and scale the best of human teaching and learning. It will allow schools to extend their village of support beyond the resources available in their communities.
This is our data-informed overview of the trends shaping U.S. K-12 and higher education beyond the pandemic.
2019-07-09 Quality and Future of Open Education and MOOCs - Keynote at IEC201...Christian M. Stracke
2019-07-09 Quality and Future of Open Education and MOOCs - Invited Keynote at 10th International E-Learning Conference 2019 in Bangkok by Christian M. Stracke, OUNL
Early Stage Fintech Investment Thesis (Sept 2016)Earnest Sweat
Here is an example of a personal investment thesis that I created to share with venture capital firms. In this example, I provide my personal perspective on the fintech sector. For details on how I build this thesis check out my blog (https://goo.gl/CU4Qid).
Note: Some of the confidential information has been redacted for privacy.
Frank Catalano keynote, EdTech for Export, Wellington, NZFrank Catalano
EdTech for Export conference keynote, Frank Catalano, Intrinsic Strategy (Wellington, New Zealand, 18 June 2015) Edtech trends to watch – and fads to avoid
It’s dizzying to keep track of developments that affect education technology companies. From Open Educational Resources and student privacy issues to iPads and Chromebooks, which are long-term trends — and which are unsupportable fads? Long-time industry consultant, analyst, and tech observer Frank Catalano will highlight key trends that merit your attention, and hyped fads your business may do well to ignore, in the U.S. and beyond.
If you are an entrepreneur eager to revolutionise education, figuring out how to make money is a daunting task. In this workshop, in conjunction with Education Entrepreneurs and Startup Weekend EDU, we explore the market opportunity for edtech startups in Asia, as well as different business models in education, the advantages and disadvantages of each, and some inspiring examples of start ups that have found success thus far.
Impactful Edtech: The role of evidence in education businessesSimon Breakspear
Edtech entrepreneurs need to focus on building a successful business AND improving student learning. This deck will help edtech entrepreneurs learn how to differentiate from the competition by proving their impact on positive learning outcomes.
ReimaginED 2015: Trends in K12 EducationDavid Havens
We’re living in a time of tremendous technological change. In the next five years, another billion people will gain access to the internet. By 2020, 80% of the adults on Earth will have a smartphone, double what it is today.
We started the Seed Fund to seek out those places where technological change might be leveraged to improve education, and there is much to improve about our current system. One of the most troubling trends of the last decade is the decrease in educational mobility. As a country, we are doing worse than most at educating our neediest kids which now account for just over half of public school children.
For our neediest children, the problems are cumulative. A series of school failures and missed opportunities add up to an education of accumulated disadvantage, a reverse Matthew Effect of sorts. Our team is focused on how technology can be used to reduce and even eliminate these obstacles so that our school system is an escalator to opportunity for all.
We’ve invested in over 40 teams scaling ideas to improve our education system by empowering students, educators and families with the best tools technology has to offer. Through this lens, we share our second ReImaginED deck. Inspired by KPCB’s Mary Meeker’s widely shared Internet Trends deck, we set out to expose data about our K-12 education system and highlight some of the innovations in education technology. The goal of this deck is to draw out high level trends so it doesn’t include the human stories on the other side of these numbers and charts, see here for some of those.
In ReimaginED 2015 (building off the original published over a year ago), we review the latest systemic challenges, landscape shifts, and emerging innovations that are helping to solve these problems.
Let us know about other innovation trends you are seeing in the comments below or by sharing this on twitter, #ReimaginED2015.
(Cross-post from www.newschools.org/blog/reimagined2015, original post by Jennifer Carolan and David Havens)
What are the opportunities in Edtech?
Data Science.
Machine Learning.
Big Data.
Programming.
Business Analytics.
Project Management.
Web Design.
DevOps and Cloud computing.
A full university without a physical classroom. A math teacher in China becoming multi-millionaire by having millions of online students. Those stories sound illusory but have actually become a reality thanks to the advancement of digital technologies which are reshaping various industries today, from banking, transportation, newspaper to health care and education. How education institutions can change to adapt and operate effectively in the digital age, bringing values to both teachers and students?
Digital Transformation in Higher Education - The Changing Student RelationshipAndy Steer
Slide Deck delivered at SAP's Digital Transformation for Public Services event.
If you think that SAP and higher education is just about finance and HR then think again.
As SAP’s chosen Global Partner for higher education, itelligence are focused on bringing real innovation to your sector. From back office systems that save you time and money to consumer grade engagement platforms that drive student and staff recruitment, retention, and performance through to big data and analytic solutions that deliver actionable insight early to promote positive outcomes.
Bringing the best in SAP Consulting know-how and a range of services from implementation, training, support, and hosting, itelligence is the partner for tomorrow’s higher education institution.
Digital transformation in Higher Education webinar
Monday 10 September 2018
Speakers:
Kuldip Sandhu and Paul Featherstone
The link to the write up page and resources of this webinar:
https://www.apm.org.uk/news/digital-transformation-in-higher-education-webinar/
Reach Capital: 2021 ReimaginED Report on U.S. Education TrendsTony Wan
The pandemic forced the world to conduct the biggest experiment with online education ever. And what we've learned will fundamentally shape the future of teaching and learning.
Out of necessity, schools adopted online tools at unprecedented levels. But this will be the new reality, now that more educators, students and parents got a taste of how technology can empower and scale the best of human teaching and learning. It will allow schools to extend their village of support beyond the resources available in their communities.
This is our data-informed overview of the trends shaping U.S. K-12 and higher education beyond the pandemic.
2019-07-09 Quality and Future of Open Education and MOOCs - Keynote at IEC201...Christian M. Stracke
2019-07-09 Quality and Future of Open Education and MOOCs - Invited Keynote at 10th International E-Learning Conference 2019 in Bangkok by Christian M. Stracke, OUNL
Early Stage Fintech Investment Thesis (Sept 2016)Earnest Sweat
Here is an example of a personal investment thesis that I created to share with venture capital firms. In this example, I provide my personal perspective on the fintech sector. For details on how I build this thesis check out my blog (https://goo.gl/CU4Qid).
Note: Some of the confidential information has been redacted for privacy.
Frank Catalano keynote, EdTech for Export, Wellington, NZFrank Catalano
EdTech for Export conference keynote, Frank Catalano, Intrinsic Strategy (Wellington, New Zealand, 18 June 2015) Edtech trends to watch – and fads to avoid
It’s dizzying to keep track of developments that affect education technology companies. From Open Educational Resources and student privacy issues to iPads and Chromebooks, which are long-term trends — and which are unsupportable fads? Long-time industry consultant, analyst, and tech observer Frank Catalano will highlight key trends that merit your attention, and hyped fads your business may do well to ignore, in the U.S. and beyond.
Civitas Learning Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer Mark and SVP of Outcomes & Strategy Laura Malcolm share trends around high GPA students leaving institutions, the types of LMS activities that are most predictive of success, and the predictive value of incoming student data.
The role of information literacy in higher education an initiative at al akh...Aziz EL Hassani
Abstract
This paper, part of which was presented at the 12th annual AMICAL conference at the American University in Bulgaria held in Blagoevgrad, on 29 May 2015, reports on a doctoral research project which explores the meaning and role of information literacy in higher education and lifelong learning. It also highlights an information literacy initiative at a Moroccan university, namely Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, and how its academic library strives to promote it. Living in an age of information tsunami and technological advancement, issues of information access, evaluation, retrieval and effective use, have become significantly critical in our societies. Directing the attention to the issue of information literacy and framing the best practices on how they can be best blended into the learning process of students are of paramount importance. Like other libraries across the globe, Mohammed VI Library at Al Akhawayn University in Morocco has realized the importance of information literacy and has worked in various ways to address this issue. This paper will describe the university strategy of teaching Information Literacy to graduate and undergraduate students in a number of ways. Recommendations to improve and support this initiative, including incorporating information literacy and skills across the university's curriculum, and fostering more effective partnerships between the Al Akhawayn university library and the teaching faculty, will be also discussed in this paper.
This presentation will give you an overview of Boston's edtech ecosystem, including information about LearnLaunch, an organization that is bringing together Boston's edtech community.
A Pulse of Predictive Analytics In Higher Education │ Civitas LearningCivitas Learning
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Meaningful Conversations about EdTech: Transforming Student LearningBradford Wheeler
Co-Presenter: Meaningful Conversations about EdTech: Transforming Student Learning. Professional and Organizational Development (POD) Network 2016, November 10; Louisville, KY.
On May 1st, the Center for Innovative School Facilities hosted a group workshop led by Adam Rubin of New Visions for Public Schools. Adam led a discussion focusing on education reform and how it is driving the design, construction, and community and administrative infrastructure of school facilities.
Making it happen: teaching the technology generationwillstewart
This is a copy of my presentation to the JISC Regional Support Centre for Yorkshire & Humber on June 10th at Bradford University. The sub-title of the presentation was Beyond \"no significant difference\", on the basis that, in education, we use technology to do things the same way as we have always done rather than use it to do things differently. The theme of the presentation was that we, the teachers, rather than our students, are the technology generation. Because the use of digital technology has been completely normalised and fully integrated by our students, they don\'t see it as technology. They are the \"no technology generation\", and it is us who need to be taught how to use it in ways that engage our students and make their education relevant.
Since 2015, we’ve made 28 core investments in family comms, differentiating instruction, real-world relevance, & data-driven improvement.
Now, after seven years and a ground-shifting global pandemic, we’re taking a step back to reflect on what we got right, what we didn’t expect, and how we can be more effective going forward.
This K-12 Impact Report is our first attempt to examine the collective influence that our portfolio has had on the K-12 education sector.
This presentation kicks off by discussing the need for change in the business model of traditional universities. Subsequently several signs/examples of disruption within the educational system are highlighted. The presentation is wrapped up by introducing three opportunities that universities can utilize as a starting point to innovate their business model.
How do you get high school students involved in coding and technology? We host a #Hackathon!! Check out this presentation by Computer Science Program Chair Dr Chunbo Chu.
Francesca Gottschalk - How can education support child empowerment.pptxEduSkills OECD
Francesca Gottschalk from the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation presents at the Ask an Expert Webinar: How can education support child empowerment?
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This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
Acetabularia Information For Class 9 .docxvaibhavrinwa19
Acetabularia acetabulum is a single-celled green alga that in its vegetative state is morphologically differentiated into a basal rhizoid and an axially elongated stalk, which bears whorls of branching hairs. The single diploid nucleus resides in the rhizoid.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
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Personal development courses are widely available today, with each one promising life-changing outcomes. Tim Han’s Life Mastery Achievers (LMA) Course has drawn a lot of interest. In addition to offering my frank assessment of Success Insider’s LMA Course, this piece examines the course’s effects via a variety of Tim Han LMA course reviews and Success Insider comments.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
3. Outline
Challenges
• Unequal access to quality education
• Varied student needs
• New demands for life and career success
• Demands on teachers
Drivers
Around the Corner
Engage
4. CHALLENGES | Unequal access
Students in the wealthiest districts are four grade
levels ahead of those in poorest districts
Academicachievement
Family income level
Source: Reardon, 2016
5. CHALLENGES | Unequal access
High-income families invest in their kids like never before
Source: Russell Sage Foundation, 2012
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
Spendingindollars
1972 to 1973 1983 to 1984 1994 to 1995 2005 to 2006
Bottom quintile Top quintile
High-income families spend 7x more on enrichment than low-income families
6. CHALLENGES | Unequal access
College completion gap between income levels is widening
Bachelor's Attainment by Family Income
1965 1970 1975 1980 1985 1990 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 2020
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
6%
11%
15%
40%
77%
34%
17%
9%
Source : Pell Institute, 2015
Top Quartile
Third Quartile
Second Quartile
Bottom Quartile
7. CHALLENGES | Varied student needs
Children in US public schools are more diverse than ever
Increasing racial diversity Growing English Learner population
Projected 2023 K12 population of public school students
projected to be ELL by 2025
30%
Hispanic
45%
White
25%25%
Other
races*
*Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more
races, Native American
Differing starting lines
Kinder readiness largely
correlated with income level
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
Poor
Near-Poor
Moderate or High Income
Schoolreadiness
Sources: Brookings, 2012; NCES, IES, U.S. Department of Education, 2016; Education Week, 2014; National Education Association, 2008
8. CHALLENGES | New demands for life and career success
Workforce shifts from manufacturing toward creative and service
Percentage of Workforce
1900
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
’20 ’40 ’60 ’80 2000 ’20
Service
Creative
Manufacturing
Agriculture
Projections
Source: Florida, 2012
9. CHALLENGES | New demands for life and career success
Are we preparing kids for success in the new economy?
Top 10 Skills Needed in 2020
Complex Problem
Solving
Critical
Thinking
Creativity People
Management
Coordinating
with Others
Emotional
Intelligence
Judgment &
Decision Making
Service
Orientation
Negotiation Cognitive
Flexibility
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9 10
Source: World Economic Forum, 2016
10. New assessments
critical-thinking, problem-
solving, analytical skills
New questions
collaborative problem
solving
New format
reflective of high school and
college learning, “inspires
productive practice”
Redesign in progress
discipline-specific inquiry,
reasoning, communication
CHALLENGES | New demands for life and career success
Rethinking assessments
Sources: Common Core State Standards Initiative; OECD, 2015; Advances in AP; College Board
11. 0
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
350,000
Architecture and
Engineering
Computer Science and
Mathematics
Life Sciences Physical Sciences Social Sciences
BS, MS, and PhD degrees granted in 2009 Annual jobs 2010-2020
CHALLENGES | New demands for life and career success
Demand outpaces supply for computer science degrees
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics; National Science Foundation, 2012, LinkedIn, 2014
12. CHALLENGES | Demands on teachers
Teacher shortage in high-demand areas
Obama calls for 100,000 STEM
teachers in 10 years
STEM
50%
of urban school districts project
shortage of bilingual teachers
Bilingual
51%
of all schools have difficulty
recruiting SPED teachers
Special ED
100K
Sources: Council of the Great City Schools, 2013; The White House, 2011; U.S. Department of Education, 2011
13. CHALLENGES | Demands on teachers
Teaching is evolving quickly, while PD and support are slow to follow
15. DRIVERS | Technology infrastructure in schools
School connectivity is improving
99%of students promised access by 2018
through Obama’s ConnectED
77%of US districts have access
to high speed broadband
Source: EducationSuperHighway, 2015
But…
Current “high speed” target of 100kbps/student may
be insufficient for effective technology use in schools
16. DRIVERS | Technology infrastructure in schools
Students have greater access to devices at school
1 in 5
schools have 1:1 device
to student ratio
83%
of students reported using
a laptop for schoolwork in 2015
Sources: Pearson, 2015; Amplify, 2014
17. DRIVERS | Technology infrastructure in schools
Students are mobile natives
82%
of high school students
regularly use smartphones
Source: Pearson, 2015;
18. DRIVERS | Technology use in schools
Google-ization of schools
Source: Clarity Innovations, 2014; Futuresource Consulting 2015
Google Apps for Education Users Worldwide
2007 2014
0
10
20
30
40
Usersinmillions
51%
of devices sold to schools in
Q4’15 were Chromebooks
Google Apps for Education
Classroom Gmail Drive Calendar Vault
Docs Sheets Slides Sites Hangouts
19. DRIVERS | Technology use in schools
Every Student Succeeds Act provides unprecedented funding
Up to 15% on tech
infrastructure
x yrs~ $1B 4
85% R&D,
PD & software
Source: eSchoolNews, 2015
20. DRIVERS | K-12 computer science
Computer science becomes national priority
We should…[offer] every
student the hands-on
computer science and
math classes that make
them job-ready on day
one…
- Barack Obama,
2016 SOTU Address
• Computer science recognized as a core
subject in the Every Student Succeeds Act
• Receives same priority as Math and English
Math
Science
English
Computer
Science
Source: EdTech Focus On K-12, 2015
21. DRIVERS | Innovation and investment in new school models
Student agency and personalized learning are
gaining momentum
22. DRIVERS | VC investment in edtech
US K-12 edtech funding reached an all-time high
2010
$0
$200M
$400M
$600M
$800M
$1.0B
InvestmentinK-12edtech
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
Source: Edsurge, 2016
23. CONCERNS
However, K-12 edtech still has many challenges
Sources: Edsurge
Regulatory
Data privacy, state standards, and
reporting requirements all
shape the landscape
Operational
Procurement and interoperability of
edtech are unsolved
25. Our Vision
Given the unprecedented investment in K12 technology
infrastructure, school model innovation and edtech
Reach believes technology can play a role in increasing access to
high quality education, addressing diverse student needs, and
preparing students for life and career success.
26. AROUND THE CORNER | Engaging all families in early learning
Parents stay connected to preschool and
support learning at home
27. AROUND THE CORNER | A live tutor for every student
Low or no-cost tutoring and homework help
Then
High-cost, in-person,
limited access
Now
Low-cost, remote,
accessible
28. AROUND THE CORNER | Immersive experiences beyond classroom walls
Virtual reality exposes students to the world
outside of their own classroom and community
VR brings to life a number of experiences that otherwise are really difficult to feature
in the classroom. You can go places and see unknown phenomena, you can conduct
experiments and see how things evolved.
- Felipe Sommer, Nearpod
Then
Geographically constrained
Now
Geographically and physically unbounded
29. AROUND THE CORNER | Kids as creators not consumers
Connected toys spur curiosity and build STEM skills through play
Then
Static, generic, hardware
or software
Now
Dynamic, customizable, combined software
and hardware
30. AROUND THE CORNER | Student collaboration anytime, anywhere
Students learn from each other and co-create projects
across boundaries
31. Then
Isolated, teacher-only audience
Now
Connected, real world audience
AROUND THE CORNER | Students publish to real audiences
Students motivated by purposeful writing
that extends beyond the classroom
Senator Carol Liu
32. AROUND THE CORNER | Connecting classrooms and workplaces
Professionals around the globe help students connect classroom learning
with real-world applications
33. AROUND THE CORNER | Build social capital
Create meaningful relationships between students & mentors, at scale
Then
Disconnected, isolated
Now
Connected, supported, integrated
34. Then
Superficial, limited insight
Now
Insightful, actionable
AROUND THE CORNER | Continuous pulse on student learning
Realtime checks for understanding enable immediate intervention
Do you
understand?
36. AROUND THE CORNER | Integrated support for English learners
Schools systematically support English language development
across classrooms
37. AROUND THE CORNER | Schools support social emotional learning
Technology tools help to integrate social emotional learning
into teaching practices
38. Then
Top-down, one-size fits all
Now
Differentiated, personal, virtual
coaches
AROUND THE CORNER | Responsive and personalized professional development
Teachers have a voice and receive differentiated and personal support
40. ENGAGE with Reach
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@reachfund
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41. Reach Capital is on a mission to provide
opportunity and access to all students by
funding the most inspirational, uplifting
and engaging educational tools.