The document discusses insights from the annual Speak Up surveys conducted by Project Tomorrow about students' use of and attitudes towards technology. Some key findings include:
- 70% of students in grades 6-12 consider themselves advanced tech users
- The most common student tech activities are online/computer gaming, downloading music, communication tools, and personal websites
- Students most commonly use tech for schoolwork for writing assignments, online research, and checking grades
- However, students are dissatisfied that school filters block sites they need and teachers limit their tech use
- There is a "digital disconnect" between students' advanced tech skills and limited school tech integration, especially regarding mobile devices
1. The document discusses findings from the 2006 Speak Up national research project conducted by Project Tomorrow, which surveyed over 232,000 K-12 students, 21,000 teachers, and 15,000 parents about education, technology, and 21st century learning.
2. Key findings from students included that communications is their top technology use, they want math and science taught through real-world problems and hands-on activities, and they believe having a laptop is essential for designing their ideal school.
3. Teacher findings showed that while technology enhances learning, a lack of time is the primary barrier to more technology integration. Professional development in integrating technology into curriculum was their top request.
This document summarizes the key findings from the 2006 Speak Up national research project, which surveyed over 232,000 K-12 students, 21,000 teachers, and 15,000 parents about education, technology, and 21st century learning. Some of the main findings include that communications is still the top technology use for students, both in and out of school, and that students want math and science made more relevant with real-world applications and hands-on learning. Both teachers and parents expressed concerns about preparing students for 21st century jobs and global competitiveness. The document also outlines participation rates, top technology tools used, views on online learning, and priorities for designing future K-12 schools.
The document discusses a report on online learning from Project Tomorrow's Speak Up initiative. Key findings from the report include that students are interested in taking online classes, especially in core subjects like math and English, to get extra help, take classes not otherwise offered, or work at their own pace. Most teachers support students taking online classes and believe technology enhances learning, while parents strongly support online learning options. Expanding online learning opportunities could help engage and support diverse student needs. Significant barriers to online learning include lack of funding and need for professional development.
Project Tomorrow is a nonprofit organization that conducts the annual Speak Up survey to understand K-12 students', teachers', parents', and school leaders' views on technology, 21st century skills, and online learning. The 2007 survey included over 300,000 students, 25,000 teachers, and 3,200 school leaders. Key findings from school leaders included that the majority see technology as important to achieving schools' core missions and enhancing student achievement, but challenges include funding, professional development, and infrastructure costs. School leaders said the tools with the most potential to increase student achievement are 1:1 laptop programs, digital equipment, and interactive whiteboards.
This document summarizes key findings from the 2006 Speak Up research project regarding parents' views on technology, 21st century skills, and education. Some of the main findings presented include that parents are satisfied with the amount of technology available but dissatisfied with how it's integrated; they prefer email and websites for school communications; and they believe critical thinking, problem solving, and work ethic are the most important 21st century skills but over half feel schools are not adequately preparing students. The presentation aims to leverage these parent viewpoints to strengthen home-school partnerships and gain support for technology initiatives.
Speak Up 2010 National Findings Students and ParentsJulie Evans
This briefing discussed findings from the 2010 Speak Up survey on K-12 education and technology. Key findings included:
- Students want to use mobile devices like smartphones and tablets for schoolwork to access online textbooks, collaborate with peers, and do research.
- However, many administrators are reluctant to allow personal devices in school due to concerns about network security, theft, and being a distraction.
- Parents overwhelmingly support providing mobile devices for their children to use at school, and their support increases as children get older.
The briefing highlighted trends toward more mobile, social, and empowered learning models leveraging emerging technologies, according to student and parent perspectives.
Project Tomorrow conducted the annual Speak Up survey to understand how students, teachers, parents and school leaders use technology for learning. The findings showed that while most students say their technology skills are average and have access to devices, half feel their schools do not prepare them for 21st century jobs. The document calls these students "Long Tail Learners" and discusses how they are interested in online classes, educational games, and creating digital content but want more access and tools in schools. It suggests schools should let students use their own devices, provide greater access to technology at school, and ask students what resources they need.
Using ROI to Justify Your Online Learning InitiativeJulie Evans
This document discusses justifying online learning initiatives through return on investment (ROI) and value of investment (VOI) analyses. It introduces the Online Learning Justification Ladder, a new tool for district leaders to structure the data collection and analysis needed for ROI or VOI analyses when planning online learning projects. The ladder includes steps to determine how the analysis will be approached, which audiences it will focus on, specifics of the online learning project, timing, delivery methods, and reasons for the investment.
1. The document discusses findings from the 2006 Speak Up national research project conducted by Project Tomorrow, which surveyed over 232,000 K-12 students, 21,000 teachers, and 15,000 parents about education, technology, and 21st century learning.
2. Key findings from students included that communications is their top technology use, they want math and science taught through real-world problems and hands-on activities, and they believe having a laptop is essential for designing their ideal school.
3. Teacher findings showed that while technology enhances learning, a lack of time is the primary barrier to more technology integration. Professional development in integrating technology into curriculum was their top request.
This document summarizes the key findings from the 2006 Speak Up national research project, which surveyed over 232,000 K-12 students, 21,000 teachers, and 15,000 parents about education, technology, and 21st century learning. Some of the main findings include that communications is still the top technology use for students, both in and out of school, and that students want math and science made more relevant with real-world applications and hands-on learning. Both teachers and parents expressed concerns about preparing students for 21st century jobs and global competitiveness. The document also outlines participation rates, top technology tools used, views on online learning, and priorities for designing future K-12 schools.
The document discusses a report on online learning from Project Tomorrow's Speak Up initiative. Key findings from the report include that students are interested in taking online classes, especially in core subjects like math and English, to get extra help, take classes not otherwise offered, or work at their own pace. Most teachers support students taking online classes and believe technology enhances learning, while parents strongly support online learning options. Expanding online learning opportunities could help engage and support diverse student needs. Significant barriers to online learning include lack of funding and need for professional development.
Project Tomorrow is a nonprofit organization that conducts the annual Speak Up survey to understand K-12 students', teachers', parents', and school leaders' views on technology, 21st century skills, and online learning. The 2007 survey included over 300,000 students, 25,000 teachers, and 3,200 school leaders. Key findings from school leaders included that the majority see technology as important to achieving schools' core missions and enhancing student achievement, but challenges include funding, professional development, and infrastructure costs. School leaders said the tools with the most potential to increase student achievement are 1:1 laptop programs, digital equipment, and interactive whiteboards.
This document summarizes key findings from the 2006 Speak Up research project regarding parents' views on technology, 21st century skills, and education. Some of the main findings presented include that parents are satisfied with the amount of technology available but dissatisfied with how it's integrated; they prefer email and websites for school communications; and they believe critical thinking, problem solving, and work ethic are the most important 21st century skills but over half feel schools are not adequately preparing students. The presentation aims to leverage these parent viewpoints to strengthen home-school partnerships and gain support for technology initiatives.
Speak Up 2010 National Findings Students and ParentsJulie Evans
This briefing discussed findings from the 2010 Speak Up survey on K-12 education and technology. Key findings included:
- Students want to use mobile devices like smartphones and tablets for schoolwork to access online textbooks, collaborate with peers, and do research.
- However, many administrators are reluctant to allow personal devices in school due to concerns about network security, theft, and being a distraction.
- Parents overwhelmingly support providing mobile devices for their children to use at school, and their support increases as children get older.
The briefing highlighted trends toward more mobile, social, and empowered learning models leveraging emerging technologies, according to student and parent perspectives.
Project Tomorrow conducted the annual Speak Up survey to understand how students, teachers, parents and school leaders use technology for learning. The findings showed that while most students say their technology skills are average and have access to devices, half feel their schools do not prepare them for 21st century jobs. The document calls these students "Long Tail Learners" and discusses how they are interested in online classes, educational games, and creating digital content but want more access and tools in schools. It suggests schools should let students use their own devices, provide greater access to technology at school, and ask students what resources they need.
Using ROI to Justify Your Online Learning InitiativeJulie Evans
This document discusses justifying online learning initiatives through return on investment (ROI) and value of investment (VOI) analyses. It introduces the Online Learning Justification Ladder, a new tool for district leaders to structure the data collection and analysis needed for ROI or VOI analyses when planning online learning projects. The ladder includes steps to determine how the analysis will be approached, which audiences it will focus on, specifics of the online learning project, timing, delivery methods, and reasons for the investment.
This document summarizes key findings from Project Tomorrow's 2006 Speak Up survey of over 232,000 K-12 students, 21,000 teachers, and 15,000 parents about education, technology, and 21st century learning. Some high-level findings include:
- Students see communications and connecting with others online as very important, though safety and privacy are less of a concern. They want math and science taught in more applied, relevant ways.
- Teachers see benefits of technology for richer lessons and engaging students, but cite time as the top barrier. Most do not think schools are adequately preparing students for the future.
- Parents have mixed views on school technology and want better communication from schools, especially via email
This document summarizes the key findings from the Speak Up 2007 survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. Some of the main findings include:
- Over 1 million K-12 students, teachers, parents, and leaders participated in the survey.
- 70% of students in grades 6-12 consider themselves advanced tech users.
- The top activities students engage in regularly with technology are online/computer gaming, downloading music, communications, and maintaining personal websites.
- Students say having a personal laptop would most impact their learning, while teachers say games/simulations could increase engagement.
- There remains a "digital disconnect" between how students and adults view technology skills and use.
Much Ado about Digital Content: What do the Students Say?Julie Evans
The document summarizes a presentation by Project Tomorrow about their Speak Up research findings regarding students' use of and vision for digital content and e-textbooks. Key points discussed include students wanting interactive, relevant, and personalized digital resources that allow for collaboration. Barriers to more digital content adoption include equity, teacher skills, and content quality concerns. Students envision e-textbooks incorporating social learning tools, unrestricted access, and rich multimedia.
Speak Up 2009 National and Wisconsin FindingsJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up 2009 research project conducted by Project Tomorrow. It discusses students' vision for 21st century learning, which emphasizes three main elements: social-based learning using communication/collaboration tools, un-tethered learning that transcends the classroom, and digitally-rich learning using online/digital resources. While many students and parents see benefits to incorporating mobile devices and online learning, teachers have concerns about distraction and equitable access. The research found a disconnect between how students currently learn and use technology outside of school versus limited technology use within education.
Speak Up 2012 National Findings: Educators and ParentsJulie Evans
This document summarizes the key findings from the Speak Up 2012 survey on educators, parents, and digital learning. The survey found a shift from chalkboards to tablets as digital tools become more important in education. This digital conversion is driven by the Common Core standards, personal technology use, budget pressures, employer needs, and engaged digital parents. Educators, parents, and students now have greater access to smartphones, tablets, and use social media. However, bandwidth, funding, teacher training, and school culture need to further support digital learning in K-12 classrooms.
21st-Century Learners Design Ultimate School of the Future TodayJulie Evans
The document summarizes findings from the 2006 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. Key findings include:
- Students of all grades say their ideal school would provide every student with a laptop.
- Girls showed more interest than boys in communication tools like email/IM and digital media equipment.
- Interest varied by grade, with middle schoolers preferring mobile devices and high schoolers online resources.
- Students' technology skills impacted priorities, with advanced users wanting individual access and beginners less interested in online options.
- Students with home broadband had stronger views, likely influenced by their technology experiences outside school.
STEM: Students, Teachers, Education and MoreSpeak Up 2009 National FindingsJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the 2009 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 370,000 K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators regarding technology use in education. Three main elements emerged from the student vision: social-based learning using communication tools, un-tethered learning through mobile devices, and digitally-rich learning with interactive online textbooks and resources. Students see potential for mobile devices and digital content to increase engagement and prepare them for future careers.
Town Hall Meeting: Trekking the Education LandscapeJulie Evans
This document summarizes a town hall meeting about trends in education based on the Speak Up 2010 national research project. It discusses findings that students want learning to be social-based using collaboration tools, un-tethered allowing the use of personal mobile devices, and digitally-rich incorporating interactive simulations and online resources. However, many schools currently limit technology use. The bottom line is that students want engaging, empowered learning enabled by technology.
The Demand Gap for Online Learning: Latest Trends from the Speak Up ResearchJulie Evans
Project Tomorrow conducted a national research project called Speak Up to survey K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators about technology use in education. The document summarizes key findings from Speak Up surveys between 2003-2010 which indicate that students envision a more social, un-tethered, and digitally-rich model of online learning compared to current implementation. It also found disconnects between students' vision and how educators are currently using technology in the classroom.
The document discusses developing a shared vision of innovation for 21st century learning. It defines key terms like shared vision, innovation, and 21st century learning. It also discusses understanding students and their expectations, which are shaped by district priorities, millennial attitudes and values, and their tech-infused lives. Data from the Speak Up survey provides insights into challenges facing education leaders and students' technology use.
This document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up 2009 survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 370,000 K-12 students, teachers, parents and administrators regarding technology use in education. Three main themes emerged from the student responses: 1) a preference for social-based learning using communications and collaboration tools, 2) being "un-tethered" from the classroom through technology-enabled learning, and 3) having access to digitally-rich resources for learning. The survey found that students are already independently using technology outside of school and want to see more technology integration and mobile access to support learning.
Education 20/20 ~ Perspectives on Education ChangeJulie Evans
This document summarizes a presentation given by Julie Evans from Project Tomorrow at Maryland's Fourth Annual Teachers of Promise Institute on April 23, 2010. The presentation discussed results from Project Tomorrow's annual Speak Up survey, which collects input from K-12 students, teachers, parents and others on educational technology issues. Key findings from the 2009 Speak Up survey in Maryland are highlighted, including perspectives from students, teachers and pre-service teachers on technology use in schools and barriers to integration.
A New Vision for 21st Century Learning: Students "Speak Up" about Emerging Te...Julie Evans
Students envision a new vision for 21st century learning that leverages emerging technologies. This vision includes three essential elements: social-based learning using tools for collaboration and communication, un-tethered learning that transcends classroom walls using mobile devices, and digitally-rich learning using interactive, relevant digital content and resources. The document discusses findings from the Speak Up research project regarding students' perspectives and desires around technology use in education.
Taking It Mobile: Success Stories from the New Frontier of Un-tethered LearningJulie Evans
This document introduces a presentation on mobile learning from Project Tomorrow's annual Speak Up survey. It summarizes key findings from the survey showing high student interest in using mobile devices for schoolwork. It then introduces an expert panel to discuss opportunities and challenges of mobile learning in K-12 schools.
The document discusses developing a shared vision of innovation for 21st century learning. It outlines key concepts like shared vision, innovation, and 21st century learning. It also discusses forces shaping students' expectations, like their tech-infused lives and millennial attitudes. Data from the Speak Up survey shows a "digital disconnect" between how students learn and live, with students seeing potential if emerging technologies were better utilized for social-based, un-tethered, and digitally-rich learning.
Engaging Parents' Support for Emerging Technologies in the Classroom: Data Re...Blackboard
Today's school leaders face many new challenges in creating 21st century learning environments including how to gain the support of parents for emerging technologies such as mobile devices, online learning and digital content.
Join Blackboard and Project Tomorrow for a webinar to hear what students, parents, teachers and administrators think about the use of emerging technologies in the classroom. Following the presentation of the data findings, Julie Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow, will moderate a panel discussion with administrators and parents who will share their perspectives about how to effectively engage parents' support to facilitate 21st century learning.
Participants will learn which emerging technologies are most valued for learning and enhancing student achievement, as well as gain insights about how to effectively foster parent support for 21st century learning environments.
Learning in the 21st Century: 2011 Trends UpdateJulie Evans
This document summarizes a presentation about online learning trends based on the Speak Up research project. Key points include:
- Participation in online learning is growing among various student groups and more administrators are offering online options.
- Factors driving growth include keeping students engaged and increasing graduation rates. Students are motivated by flexibility and control over their learning.
- Barriers to adoption include teacher reluctance and lack of skills/support, while quality is defined by standards alignment and ease of use.
- Teachers are most motivated by flexibility and compensation, though experience matters more than incentives for reluctant teachers.
The presentation concludes with a panel discussion on creating successful online learning programs.
This document summarizes the results of the 2010 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 379,000 K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators across the United States about issues related to technology use in education. Key findings include that students see themselves as self-directed learners who make use of online resources, social media, and mobile devices to direct their own learning. Students also expressed a preference for hands-on and collaborative learning over traditional lectures. The survey results suggest that schools will need to adapt to support more flexible, personalized, and digitally-rich learning environments in order to engage today's students.
Speak Up Online Learning Report Release 06/29/10Julie Evans
This document summarizes key findings from the 2010 Speak Up report on online learning conducted by Project Tomorrow. It finds that participation in online classes by K-12 students is growing significantly. Students see online learning as key to being more productive and improving their learning. However, many students face barriers to accessing online classes due to lack of information. The report also shows growing demand for online professional development and teaching tools among teachers.
Tomorrow's Students, Today's K-12 Digital LearnersJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the 2007 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 1 million K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators regarding technology use in education. Key findings included that students consider themselves more advanced technology users than teachers perceive, and that the top priority cited by education leaders is improving test scores. The document also notes that the future of education lies with the emerging "free agent learner" who is self-directed and untethered to traditional learning models.
Release of Speak Up 2008 National FindingsJulie Evans
The document summarizes the Speak Up 2008 National Findings Release event which presented results from an annual survey of K-12 students, teachers, parents and administrators about technology use in education. Over 1.3 million people participated in the survey. Key findings showed that students are adept technology users and want more access to devices like laptops at school to enhance their learning. The event included remarks from political leaders and a panel of students discussing how technology impacts their education.
This document summarizes key findings from Project Tomorrow's 2006 Speak Up survey of over 232,000 K-12 students, 21,000 teachers, and 15,000 parents about education, technology, and 21st century learning. Some high-level findings include:
- Students see communications and connecting with others online as very important, though safety and privacy are less of a concern. They want math and science taught in more applied, relevant ways.
- Teachers see benefits of technology for richer lessons and engaging students, but cite time as the top barrier. Most do not think schools are adequately preparing students for the future.
- Parents have mixed views on school technology and want better communication from schools, especially via email
This document summarizes the key findings from the Speak Up 2007 survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. Some of the main findings include:
- Over 1 million K-12 students, teachers, parents, and leaders participated in the survey.
- 70% of students in grades 6-12 consider themselves advanced tech users.
- The top activities students engage in regularly with technology are online/computer gaming, downloading music, communications, and maintaining personal websites.
- Students say having a personal laptop would most impact their learning, while teachers say games/simulations could increase engagement.
- There remains a "digital disconnect" between how students and adults view technology skills and use.
Much Ado about Digital Content: What do the Students Say?Julie Evans
The document summarizes a presentation by Project Tomorrow about their Speak Up research findings regarding students' use of and vision for digital content and e-textbooks. Key points discussed include students wanting interactive, relevant, and personalized digital resources that allow for collaboration. Barriers to more digital content adoption include equity, teacher skills, and content quality concerns. Students envision e-textbooks incorporating social learning tools, unrestricted access, and rich multimedia.
Speak Up 2009 National and Wisconsin FindingsJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up 2009 research project conducted by Project Tomorrow. It discusses students' vision for 21st century learning, which emphasizes three main elements: social-based learning using communication/collaboration tools, un-tethered learning that transcends the classroom, and digitally-rich learning using online/digital resources. While many students and parents see benefits to incorporating mobile devices and online learning, teachers have concerns about distraction and equitable access. The research found a disconnect between how students currently learn and use technology outside of school versus limited technology use within education.
Speak Up 2012 National Findings: Educators and ParentsJulie Evans
This document summarizes the key findings from the Speak Up 2012 survey on educators, parents, and digital learning. The survey found a shift from chalkboards to tablets as digital tools become more important in education. This digital conversion is driven by the Common Core standards, personal technology use, budget pressures, employer needs, and engaged digital parents. Educators, parents, and students now have greater access to smartphones, tablets, and use social media. However, bandwidth, funding, teacher training, and school culture need to further support digital learning in K-12 classrooms.
21st-Century Learners Design Ultimate School of the Future TodayJulie Evans
The document summarizes findings from the 2006 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. Key findings include:
- Students of all grades say their ideal school would provide every student with a laptop.
- Girls showed more interest than boys in communication tools like email/IM and digital media equipment.
- Interest varied by grade, with middle schoolers preferring mobile devices and high schoolers online resources.
- Students' technology skills impacted priorities, with advanced users wanting individual access and beginners less interested in online options.
- Students with home broadband had stronger views, likely influenced by their technology experiences outside school.
STEM: Students, Teachers, Education and MoreSpeak Up 2009 National FindingsJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the 2009 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 370,000 K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators regarding technology use in education. Three main elements emerged from the student vision: social-based learning using communication tools, un-tethered learning through mobile devices, and digitally-rich learning with interactive online textbooks and resources. Students see potential for mobile devices and digital content to increase engagement and prepare them for future careers.
Town Hall Meeting: Trekking the Education LandscapeJulie Evans
This document summarizes a town hall meeting about trends in education based on the Speak Up 2010 national research project. It discusses findings that students want learning to be social-based using collaboration tools, un-tethered allowing the use of personal mobile devices, and digitally-rich incorporating interactive simulations and online resources. However, many schools currently limit technology use. The bottom line is that students want engaging, empowered learning enabled by technology.
The Demand Gap for Online Learning: Latest Trends from the Speak Up ResearchJulie Evans
Project Tomorrow conducted a national research project called Speak Up to survey K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators about technology use in education. The document summarizes key findings from Speak Up surveys between 2003-2010 which indicate that students envision a more social, un-tethered, and digitally-rich model of online learning compared to current implementation. It also found disconnects between students' vision and how educators are currently using technology in the classroom.
The document discusses developing a shared vision of innovation for 21st century learning. It defines key terms like shared vision, innovation, and 21st century learning. It also discusses understanding students and their expectations, which are shaped by district priorities, millennial attitudes and values, and their tech-infused lives. Data from the Speak Up survey provides insights into challenges facing education leaders and students' technology use.
This document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up 2009 survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 370,000 K-12 students, teachers, parents and administrators regarding technology use in education. Three main themes emerged from the student responses: 1) a preference for social-based learning using communications and collaboration tools, 2) being "un-tethered" from the classroom through technology-enabled learning, and 3) having access to digitally-rich resources for learning. The survey found that students are already independently using technology outside of school and want to see more technology integration and mobile access to support learning.
Education 20/20 ~ Perspectives on Education ChangeJulie Evans
This document summarizes a presentation given by Julie Evans from Project Tomorrow at Maryland's Fourth Annual Teachers of Promise Institute on April 23, 2010. The presentation discussed results from Project Tomorrow's annual Speak Up survey, which collects input from K-12 students, teachers, parents and others on educational technology issues. Key findings from the 2009 Speak Up survey in Maryland are highlighted, including perspectives from students, teachers and pre-service teachers on technology use in schools and barriers to integration.
A New Vision for 21st Century Learning: Students "Speak Up" about Emerging Te...Julie Evans
Students envision a new vision for 21st century learning that leverages emerging technologies. This vision includes three essential elements: social-based learning using tools for collaboration and communication, un-tethered learning that transcends classroom walls using mobile devices, and digitally-rich learning using interactive, relevant digital content and resources. The document discusses findings from the Speak Up research project regarding students' perspectives and desires around technology use in education.
Taking It Mobile: Success Stories from the New Frontier of Un-tethered LearningJulie Evans
This document introduces a presentation on mobile learning from Project Tomorrow's annual Speak Up survey. It summarizes key findings from the survey showing high student interest in using mobile devices for schoolwork. It then introduces an expert panel to discuss opportunities and challenges of mobile learning in K-12 schools.
The document discusses developing a shared vision of innovation for 21st century learning. It outlines key concepts like shared vision, innovation, and 21st century learning. It also discusses forces shaping students' expectations, like their tech-infused lives and millennial attitudes. Data from the Speak Up survey shows a "digital disconnect" between how students learn and live, with students seeing potential if emerging technologies were better utilized for social-based, un-tethered, and digitally-rich learning.
Engaging Parents' Support for Emerging Technologies in the Classroom: Data Re...Blackboard
Today's school leaders face many new challenges in creating 21st century learning environments including how to gain the support of parents for emerging technologies such as mobile devices, online learning and digital content.
Join Blackboard and Project Tomorrow for a webinar to hear what students, parents, teachers and administrators think about the use of emerging technologies in the classroom. Following the presentation of the data findings, Julie Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow, will moderate a panel discussion with administrators and parents who will share their perspectives about how to effectively engage parents' support to facilitate 21st century learning.
Participants will learn which emerging technologies are most valued for learning and enhancing student achievement, as well as gain insights about how to effectively foster parent support for 21st century learning environments.
Learning in the 21st Century: 2011 Trends UpdateJulie Evans
This document summarizes a presentation about online learning trends based on the Speak Up research project. Key points include:
- Participation in online learning is growing among various student groups and more administrators are offering online options.
- Factors driving growth include keeping students engaged and increasing graduation rates. Students are motivated by flexibility and control over their learning.
- Barriers to adoption include teacher reluctance and lack of skills/support, while quality is defined by standards alignment and ease of use.
- Teachers are most motivated by flexibility and compensation, though experience matters more than incentives for reluctant teachers.
The presentation concludes with a panel discussion on creating successful online learning programs.
This document summarizes the results of the 2010 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 379,000 K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators across the United States about issues related to technology use in education. Key findings include that students see themselves as self-directed learners who make use of online resources, social media, and mobile devices to direct their own learning. Students also expressed a preference for hands-on and collaborative learning over traditional lectures. The survey results suggest that schools will need to adapt to support more flexible, personalized, and digitally-rich learning environments in order to engage today's students.
Speak Up Online Learning Report Release 06/29/10Julie Evans
This document summarizes key findings from the 2010 Speak Up report on online learning conducted by Project Tomorrow. It finds that participation in online classes by K-12 students is growing significantly. Students see online learning as key to being more productive and improving their learning. However, many students face barriers to accessing online classes due to lack of information. The report also shows growing demand for online professional development and teaching tools among teachers.
Tomorrow's Students, Today's K-12 Digital LearnersJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the 2007 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered input from over 1 million K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators regarding technology use in education. Key findings included that students consider themselves more advanced technology users than teachers perceive, and that the top priority cited by education leaders is improving test scores. The document also notes that the future of education lies with the emerging "free agent learner" who is self-directed and untethered to traditional learning models.
Release of Speak Up 2008 National FindingsJulie Evans
The document summarizes the Speak Up 2008 National Findings Release event which presented results from an annual survey of K-12 students, teachers, parents and administrators about technology use in education. Over 1.3 million people participated in the survey. Key findings showed that students are adept technology users and want more access to devices like laptops at school to enhance their learning. The event included remarks from political leaders and a panel of students discussing how technology impacts their education.
Web 2.0 Applications: At Home and SchoolJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the 2008 Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow. The survey gathered responses from over 1.3 million K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators regarding technology use. It found a "digital disconnect" between how students live and learn, with students highly engaged with technologies outside of school but facing obstacles to using them in school. Students said the #1 tool that could impact learning is being provided a laptop for personal use at school and home.
This document summarizes a presentation from the 2009 NECC conference. It discusses Project Tomorrow's annual Speak Up survey, which collects input from K-12 students, teachers, parents, and administrators about technology use in education. Over 1.5 million people have participated in the survey since 2003. The presentation reviews national data findings from the 2008 survey and introduces a panel of experts to discuss results and take questions.
Learning in the 21st Century: 2009 Trends Update Data and DiscussionBlackboard
Learning in the 21st Century: 2009 Trends Update, examines the growing student interest in online learning and how schools are meeting that demand. This report, which is the third in a series of reports published by Project Tomorrow®, a national education nonprofit organization, in collaboration with Blackboard, examines the Speak Up 2008 survey data collected online in Fall 2008 from more than 335,000 K-12 students, teachers, administrators and parents from across the nation.
Through this report you will gain insight, from schools and districts across the nation, about why students and teachers want access to classes online, the current challenges faced by districts with online learning implementations, and how online learning presents unprecedented opportunities for meeting the needs of our 21st century learner.
More at www.blackboard.com/k12/education21c
Top 10 Things Tech Leaders Should Know about Today's Students and Digital Lea...Julie Evans
Project Tomorrow is a national nonprofit organization that conducts annual research on K-12 students, educators, and parents' use of and views on digital learning through their Speak Up research project. Some key findings from their 2014 Speak Up research in California include:
- Many students use technology both in school for teacher-directed activities and outside of school for self-directed learning. However, some students face obstacles to technology use at school like restricted access to devices, websites, and social media.
- Students engage with social media and games both formally and informally for learning, and see benefits to game-based learning like increased understanding and engagement.
- Most students have personal access to mobile devices and see their importance for supporting school
Speak Up Congressional Briefing 2013 Parent and Educators FindingsJulie Evans
This document summarizes the key points from a presentation on the 2013 Speak Up survey results. The presentation included discussions on: defining the skills needed for college and career readiness; the relationship between technology use and developing these skills; how schools are building capacity to prepare students through technology integration and other means. A panel of experts also shared their views on these topics and how to create a new digital learning approach focused on student success.
The document outlines key findings from the Speak Up 2012 national research project on students' use of educational technology over the past 10 years, including the technologies students are using, how they are using tools for learning, and their aspirations for digital learning; it then introduces a panel of educators and students to discuss these issues.
Engaging Parents’ Support for Emerging Technologies in the ClassroomJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the 2008 Speak Up survey on how students, teachers, parents, and administrators view emerging technologies in classrooms. Some major findings include:
- Students are highly interested in using their own mobile devices, laptops, and online learning opportunities in schools.
- Parents and students show lukewarm satisfaction with technology use and resources in schools.
- Students see a need for fewer restrictions on technology use at school.
- Online learning and interactive digital content are of strong interest to students.
Speak Up 2012 Digital Learners Student National ReportJulie Evans
This document summarizes the findings of the Speak Up 2012 survey on K-12 students' use of technology. Some key findings include:
- Most students now have their own smartphones, tablets, and laptops but many schools restrict using personal devices for learning.
- Most students access the internet through mobile devices and use social media and messaging apps to communicate and collaborate on schoolwork.
- Students report using technology for both teacher-directed and self-directed learning activities like creating presentations, taking online tests, watching instructional videos, and collaborating with classmates.
- The top barriers to using technology at school are filters blocking social media and personal devices, as well as restrictive school policies. Students want more
Are we Ready for the New 21st Century Learners?Julie Evans
This document discusses the findings of the annual Speak Up survey conducted by Project Tomorrow, a national education nonprofit. The survey collects data from K-12 students, teachers, parents, and school leaders about technology use in education. Some key findings from past surveys include that students' top technology uses are for communication, many have large networks of online friends, and they want more opportunities to learn science and STEM subjects in hands-on, real-world ways using technology. However, teachers still lack time and access to fully integrate technology into lessons. The document advocates for preparing schools for today's digital native students who have high expectations for technology use in their education experience.
This Top Ten List is a digest of key findings from the Speak Up 2007 Student Surveys. For more information about the Speak Up National Research Project, data findings from our parent, teacher and administrator surveys, and information about our upcoming release of our Speak Up 2008 data findings, visit us at www.tomorrow.org.
New Visionary Report Release Nsba T+L 102908Julie Evans
- There is a new cohort of "visionary administrators" emerging who share common behaviors, values, and aspirations for 21st century learning. They have more in common with students than their peers.
- A report based on the Speak Up 2007 survey data found that these visionary administrators are more likely to believe technology improves learning, rate their own tech skills as advanced, and regularly use technology themselves.
- The report highlights how visionary administrators' views on technology use, 21st century skills, and school vision align more closely with students' aspirations than with their administrator peers.
Engaging Parents’ Support for Emerging Technologies in the ClassroomJulie Evans
This document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up national research project regarding parents' perspectives on educational technology. It discusses how today's parents are experienced technology users who see its value and want it integrated into their children's education. While parents are generally supportive of technology in schools, they are only moderately satisfied with current implementation and see opportunities for improvement, such as providing more teacher training, access to devices, and use of technology in daily instruction.
The document summarizes a webcast about how students, teachers, parents and administrators are using Web 2.0 tools for learning. Key findings from the Speak Up research project show high student use of digital media, online collaboration tools, and a desire for more technology use at school. Students act as early adopters of new technologies and their preferences can predict future trends. Recommendations call for learning that is enabled, engaging and empowered through greater technology use.
The document provides an agenda and overview for a webinar on digital content and the Speak Up research project. It introduces the presenters and discusses key findings from the 2008 Speak Up data on how K-12 students are using technology for schoolwork and their aspirations for greater use. Students report dissatisfaction with limits on technology use at school and desire more flexibility to use their own devices and access resources remotely.
Speak Up Top Ten Tips for Online LearningJulie Evans
This document summarizes key findings from the 2007 Speak Up survey on online learning. Some key points:
- Over 1 million K-12 students, teachers, parents, and leaders provided input on technology use and online learning.
- A "digital disconnect" exists between advanced tech-savvy students and others.
- Middle school students are very interested in online classes, most wanting them to work at their own pace.
- 26% of teachers now prefer online classes for professional development.
- School leaders see student engagement and scheduling as top reasons for online learning but face funding and training barriers.
Top 10 Trends in Student Learning with TechnologyJulie Evans
The document summarizes the key topics and presenters of a webinar on the top 10 trends in student learning with technology based on the annual Speak Up survey. The webinar highlights findings such as students wanting interactive online textbooks, being mobile learners who adapt emerging technologies, having interest in online learning, and continuing to face obstacles using technology in school. School and district leaders are encouraged to be aware of these trends to better support 21st century student learning.
The document summarizes the key findings from the Speak Up 2009 survey on the use of technology in education. The survey polled over 370,000 K-12 students, educators, and pre-service teachers. It found that students envision a more digitally-rich and un-tethered learning experience using emerging technologies, while educators face challenges in implementing more technology due to lack of training and funds. Pre-service teachers feel unprepared to teach with technology in the 21st century classroom.
The document summarizes a webcast about a national research project called Speak Up that surveys K-12 students, teachers, parents and administrators about technology use in education. Some key findings from the 2008 survey are that most students are dissatisfied with limits on technology use at school and want more access to mobile devices and the ability to use their own devices for schoolwork. The webcast also featured a panel of experts to discuss these issues and ways to reduce the "digital disconnect" between how students learn and how they live.
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NSPRA Crossroad for Innovation and Transformation by Julie Evans July 18, 2022Julie Evans
The document discusses emerging parent preferences for communication and engagement with schools. It highlights findings from a national poll of nearly 5,000 parents during the 2021-2022 school year. Key findings include:
1) Parents' top concerns about their child's future are the impact of school disruptions on social/emotional health and academic achievement. Lower-income families expressed greater concern about these impacts.
2) Parents' feelings of engagement differ by grade level, with elementary parents feeling most connected and high school parents feeling least connected.
3) Parents' preferences for communication tools differ according to the type of message and the age of the parent. Younger parents prefer more digital tools while older parents prefer more traditional methods.
This document discusses Project Tomorrow's work listening to K-12 students' ideas through the Speak Up research project. It provides context about Project Tomorrow, an organization that has collected feedback from over 6.2 million students and stakeholders since 2003 to understand trends in education. The document summarizes a panel discussion with students sharing their perspectives on engagement in school and learning. It encourages education leaders to listen to students' views to help translate them into new ideas that can improve learning experiences for all.
Connecting the Dots: The Speak Up Research Project and AASL Stakeholder FeedbackJulie Evans
This document summarizes a presentation about the Speak Up Research Project conducted by Project Tomorrow. It introduces Project Tomorrow and the Speak Up surveys, which collect feedback from K-12 students, parents, teachers, and administrators. The presentation discusses current issues in K-12 education related to digital learning, student engagement, and pandemic impacts. It explains how Speak Up data can help education leaders understand stakeholder perspectives and priorities to inform decision-making in areas like learning loss, staff morale, funding, and technology use. The presentation encourages participants to have follow-up discussions to explore using Speak Up in their own schools and districts.
Connecting the Dots: The Speak Up Research Project and TCEA Stakeholder FeedbackJulie Evans
This document discusses using the Speak Up Research Project surveys to gather feedback from stakeholders like students, parents, teachers, and administrators. It notes realities around digital learning today and common issues keeping education leaders awake at night, like student learning loss and staff morale. The document advocates using Speak Up data to understand different perspectives and inform priorities like learning recovery, technology use, and student engagement and agency. It provides examples of questions Speak Up can answer about these issues from different audiences. Overall, the document promotes Speak Up as a way to collect trusted data connecting education priorities to stakeholder needs and views.
Are You As Smart As A 6th Grader About Digital Learning?Julie Evans
The document discusses findings from Project Tomorrow's Speak Up Research on digital learning and 6th graders. It shares that 6th graders report often taking online tests (63%) but less frequently engaging in other tech-based activities like creating media. Students prefer communicating with teachers via email or messaging apps. While virtual learning has benefits like less drama, students say it also has challenges like not fitting all learning styles and missing social aspects. Students are more engaged in self-directed online learning compared to in-school learning. The document advocates discussing these findings to inform improving education.
Five Year Study Preparing KentuckyTeachers for Mobile Anytime Anywhere LearningJulie Evans
This document summarizes a presentation about a 5-year study conducted in Kentucky to prepare teachers for mobile learning. The study involved collaboration between a university, school districts, and non-profit to train pre-service teachers and support in-service teachers in effectively using mobile devices. Results showed that teachers developed strong skills and positive mindsets about technology integration, and observed benefits for student engagement, critical thinking, and personalized learning. Next steps involve expanding the model to more schools and refining teacher training to develop competency in mobile learning.
Cybersecurity - Strategy, Policy and PracticeJulie Evans
The document summarizes a panel discussion on cybersecurity strategies, policies, and practices for K-12 schools. The panel discusses the disconnect in leadership awareness of cybersecurity issues, findings from a new report on the topic, and resources for improving cybersecurity culture and preparedness. Key insights from the report include the need for shared accountability, reassessing management of technology assets, and ensuring adequate funding to support readiness and mitigation efforts.
Connecting the Dots Between Equity and CommunicationsJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up Research project regarding equity in education. It finds that addressing equity concerns requires discussing equity more comprehensively and inclusively. It also finds inequities still exist in technology access and learning experiences despite increased investments. Additionally, empowering student agency and ownership over learning is important for equity but many teachers are still uncomfortable with student choice. Digital tools can help support greater equity if used to enable personalized, convenient communications and greater student control over learning.
Leading Towards Equity & Student AgencyJulie Evans
The document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up Research Project regarding the path forward for equity and student agency based on research insights. Some of the main points include:
1) The pandemic exposed inequities in access to technology and learning experiences, but districts have made progress in addressing the homework gap through initiatives like device and hotspot loan programs.
2) While access has improved, equity concerns remain regarding the efficacy of technology use, teachers' comfort levels with new learning models, and addressing students' diverse needs.
3) Students want more control and choice in their learning, seeing benefits to virtual learning like flexibility, but many still learn best with in-person interactions. Their vision for effective learning focuses
Here are some potential answers from each stakeholder group:
Students: Being able to learn in new ways like through videos, games and interactive lessons. Technology helps me learn and stay engaged better. I can learn at my own pace with technology.
Teachers: Topics like blended learning, project based learning and competency based models. Using technology like coding and robotics in lessons. Strategies for personalized learning and student choice.
Parents: Not being prepared for college or a career. Not having skills like problem solving, communication and teamwork for future jobs. Mental health issues, school safety, financial stability as an adult.
This document summarizes key findings from the Speak Up research project that were presented at sessions of the FETC 2022 conference. It provides an overview of Project Tomorrow and the Speak Up research, then lists several insights on issues like the impact of the pandemic on education, priorities for district administrators, the evolution of mobile learning, student and teacher views on technology benefits, and parents' concerns about their children's future success. It also shares findings from a new report on K-12 cybersecurity awareness and preparation. The document encourages contacting Project Tomorrow for more information.
Here are some potential answers from each stakeholder group:
Students: Being able to learn in new ways like through videos and interactive lessons. Technology helps me learn and do my work faster. I can learn at my own pace with technology.
Teachers: Topics like project-based learning, blended learning models, social-emotional learning strategies, classroom management techniques for 1:1 environments.
Parents: Not being prepared for college or a career, not being able to get a good job, struggling with mental health or substance abuse, being negatively impacted by economic or environmental issues.
This document summarizes a discussion about building teacher capacity for mobile learning in rural communities. It introduces an innovative mobile learning project in Kentucky led by the University of Kentucky and several school districts. The project trains pre-service teachers to effectively integrate mobile devices and apps into instruction. It also helps practicing teachers mentor pre-service teachers. Evaluations found the project improved student engagement and personalized learning. Next steps include expanding the program and always-connected devices to more schools.
This document provides an agenda for a workshop on creating and leading school culture through innovation, leadership, and communication. The workshop will be held on January 25, 2022 from 4:00-6:00 PM at the Orange County Convention Center - South 200B. It will be facilitated by Dr. Julie A. Evans of Project Tomorrow.
The workshop aims to support the development of a new culture of innovation in schools, help understand the role of individuals and organizations in an innovation culture, and stimulate new discussions and ideas to increase leadership effectiveness. Some topics that will be covered include understanding culture and innovation, communication strategies to support an innovation culture, and developing a culture built for today's adaptive challenges.
The document summarizes a panel discussion on addressing leadership disconnects regarding cybersecurity in K-12 districts. The panel included district leaders and national thought leaders. Key findings from a new report on cybersecurity attitudes and actions were presented. Three main insights from the research were that an effective plan requires shared responsibility, reassessing technology management is needed given increased reliance on tech, and preparation requires increased funding to support readiness and mitigation. The panel discussed best practices for districts to develop a shared culture and healthy cybersecurity posture.
The workshop discussed infusing computational thinking into elementary curriculum. It introduced Project Tomorrow's computational thinking project in New York City schools, which evaluates a model of personalized teacher professional learning and CT integration coaching. Teachers completed a readiness assessment to inform individualized professional development plans. Examples showed how to incorporate CT concepts into lessons through activities analyzing patterns in drawings, building earthquake-resistant structures, and other unplugged exercises. The session modeled CT integration and solicited teacher feedback to improve computational thinking resources and support.
Andreas Schleicher presents PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Thinking - 18 Jun...EduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher, Director of Education and Skills at the OECD presents at the launch of PISA 2022 Volume III - Creative Minds, Creative Schools on 18 June 2024.
Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
THE SACRIFICE HOW PRO-PALESTINE PROTESTS STUDENTS ARE SACRIFICING TO CHANGE T...indexPub
The recent surge in pro-Palestine student activism has prompted significant responses from universities, ranging from negotiations and divestment commitments to increased transparency about investments in companies supporting the war on Gaza. This activism has led to the cessation of student encampments but also highlighted the substantial sacrifices made by students, including academic disruptions and personal risks. The primary drivers of these protests are poor university administration, lack of transparency, and inadequate communication between officials and students. This study examines the profound emotional, psychological, and professional impacts on students engaged in pro-Palestine protests, focusing on Generation Z's (Gen-Z) activism dynamics. This paper explores the significant sacrifices made by these students and even the professors supporting the pro-Palestine movement, with a focus on recent global movements. Through an in-depth analysis of printed and electronic media, the study examines the impacts of these sacrifices on the academic and personal lives of those involved. The paper highlights examples from various universities, demonstrating student activism's long-term and short-term effects, including disciplinary actions, social backlash, and career implications. The researchers also explore the broader implications of student sacrifices. The findings reveal that these sacrifices are driven by a profound commitment to justice and human rights, and are influenced by the increasing availability of information, peer interactions, and personal convictions. The study also discusses the broader implications of this activism, comparing it to historical precedents and assessing its potential to influence policy and public opinion. The emotional and psychological toll on student activists is significant, but their sense of purpose and community support mitigates some of these challenges. However, the researchers call for acknowledging the broader Impact of these sacrifices on the future global movement of FreePalestine.
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
A Visual Guide to 1 Samuel | A Tale of Two HeartsSteve Thomason
These slides walk through the story of 1 Samuel. Samuel is the last judge of Israel. The people reject God and want a king. Saul is anointed as the first king, but he is not a good king. David, the shepherd boy is anointed and Saul is envious of him. David shows honor while Saul continues to self destruct.
2. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
What are the expectations of our
future members?
How do we prepare for these
association members of tomorrow?
How do we satisfy the needs of
multiple generations in our associations
and in our workplace?
Our discussion today:
3. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Insights from the Speak Up surveys
Expert Panel Discussion with:
Dave Fellers
Radiological Society of North America
Tom Hood
Maryland Association of CPAs
Ron Moen
American Dietetic Association
Our discussion today:
4. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up is facilitated annually by
Project Tomorrow
(formerly known as NetDay)
About Project Tomorrow:
A national education nonprofit organization
providing leadership, research and
programming to support science, math and
technology education in America’s schools
5. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
• Annual national research project
– Online surveys
– Open for all K-12 schools
– Schools/districts get their own data for planning and budgeting
• Collect data ↔ Stimulate conversations
– Students, Teachers, Parents and School Leaders
• Inform policies & programs
– Analysis and reporting – national reports
– Services: custom reports, consulting with schools, Speak Up Your Way!
• 5 years of empowering authentic voices – since 2003:
– 1.1 million K-12 students
– 74,000 teachers
– 34,000 parents
– 3,200 school leaders
– 14,000 schools – from all 50 states, DC, American military base
schools, Canada, Mexico, Australia
What is Speak Up?
1.2 million respondents
6. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
Tomorrow’s
Members
Current Forces @ Work ?
7. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Creating the context to answer the question:
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
Tomorrow’s
Members
Millennial
Attitudes & Values
K-12
Education
Priorities
Technology-Infused
Learning
Current Forces @ Work
8. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
K-12 Education
Priorities
What issues are “waking up” our
nation’s school and district leaders
in the middle of the night?
What issues are driving
their priorities and education vision?
9. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
K-12 Education Priorities
What issues are waking up our K-12 education
leaders in the middle of the night?
Top 5 List:
10. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
K-12 Education Priorities
What issues are waking up our K-12 education
leaders in the middle of the night?
Top 5 List:
1. Funding
2. Test scores
3. Safety
4. Parents
5. Diversity
11. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
K-12 Education Priorities
Seismic changes in K-12 education since early
1970’s
A sampling of those “earthquakes”
Standards based education
Teacher quality/retention issues
Role of education
More education stakeholders
Expectations for success for all
Diversity of languages, styles, cultures
12. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
K-12 Education Priorities
Seismic changes in K-12 education since early
1970’s
A sampling of those “earthquakes”
Standards based education
Teacher quality/retention issues
Role of education
More education stakeholders
Expectations for success for all
Diversity of languages, styles, cultures
A different kind of learner
13. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Creating the context to answer the question:
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
Tomorrow’s
Members
Millennial
Attitudes & Values
K-12
Education
Priorities
Technology-Infused
Learning
Current Forces @ Work
14. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Millennial Attitudes & Values
Birth years – 1982 through 2001
27% of Americans – 70 million
Most diverse in history – 34% minority
First generation: better educated moms than dads
2/3 report influencing parental purchasing decisions
Childhood had 34% decrease in unstructured time
Millennials Rising (Neil Howe and William Strauss)
15. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Millennial Attitudes & Values
Millennials Rising (Neil Howe and William Strauss)
7 Defining Characteristics:
Special
Sheltered
Confident
Team-oriented
Conventional
Pressured
Achieving
16. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Millennial Attitudes & Values
Millennials Rising (Neil Howe and William Strauss)
7 Defining Characteristics:
Special – high self-esteem, limited consequences
Sheltered – expect to be protected
Confident – they will fix the world
Team-oriented – dislike school, like group projects
Conventional – trust institutions, fairness important
Pressured – increase in pre-college stress and burnout
Achieving – expect success and college for all
17. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
86% say their generation
will produce the next Bill
Gates
Millennials & Accomplishment
18. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
86% say their generation
will produce the next Bill
Gates
67% say they know the
next Bill Gates
Millennials & Accomplishment:
19. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
86% say their generation
will produce the next Bill
Gates
67% say they know the
next Bill Gates
and 24% say they could
be that person!
Millennials & Accomplishment:
20. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Millennial Attitudes & Values
Millennials Rising (Neil Howe and William Strauss)
How do they want to learn?
Collaboratively
Anytime, anyplace, anywhere, any pace
Structured activities
Relevancy with real world
21. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Millennial Attitudes & Values
Millennials Rising (Neil Howe and William Strauss)
How do they want to learn?
Collaboratively
Anytime, anyplace, anywhere, any pace
Structured activities
Relevancy with real world
And with all kinds of technology
22. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Creating the context to answer the question:
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
Tomorrow’s
Members
Millennial
Attitudes & Values
K-12
Education
Priorities
Technology-Infused
Learning
Current Forces @ Work
24. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Participation
• 319,223 K-12 Students
• 19,726 Parents
• 25,544 Teachers
• 3,263 Administrators
Survey question themes
Learning & Teaching with Technology
Web 2.0 / Web 3.0 in Education
21st Century Skills
Science Instruction & Global Competitiveness
Emerging Technologies in the Classroom
Designing the 21st Century School
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
25. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
“Digital disconnect”
Between students and adults
Between advanced tech students and other
students
Between girls and boys
Between older and younger students
Key finding from Speak Up 2007 data:
26. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Let’s add some more context:
K-12 Classroom Internet Connectivity
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1994 1996 1998 2000 2002
Classroom Internet
Connectivity
27. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Let’s add some more context:
K-12 Classroom Internet Connectivity
0%
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Classroom Internet
Connectivity
Today’s 24 yr olds
were in 4th
grade
28. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Let’s add some more context:
K-12 Classroom Internet Connectivity
0%
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30%
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Classroom Internet
Connectivity
Today’s 24 yr olds
were in 4th
grade
Today’s 12 yr olds
were in 1st
grade
29. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Let’s get to know each other!
How would you assess your own technology
skills compared to your peers?
Beginner
Average
Advanced
30. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 National Findings
a. 6%
b. 24%
c. 70%
Audience Response:
What % of students grades 6-12 consider
themselves “advanced tech users?”
31. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Students' Self Assessment: Tech Skills
Advanced
Average
Beginner
What % of students grades 6-12 consider
themselves “advanced tech users?”
70%
24%
6%
32. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Students:
What do you do regularly with technology?
33. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
The “Big 4”
• Online and computer gaming
• Download music
• Communications – email, IM, Txt
• Maintain a personal website
Students:
What do you do regularly with technology?
34. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
The “Big 4”
• Online and computer gaming
– Over 64% of students K-12 play
• Download music
– #1 with students in grades 6-12
• Communications – email, IM, Txt
– Girls still lead in usage
• Maintain a personal website
– 40% of students grades 6-8
– 67% of students grades 9-12
35. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Top 5 responses:
1. Writing assignments (74%)
2. Online research (72%)
3. Checking assignments/grades online (58%)
4. Creating slideshows, videos, webpages (57%)
5. Email or IM classmates about assignments
(44%)
Students:
What do you do regularly with technology
– for schoolwork?
36. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
How satisfied are today’s students with
technology use at their school?
37. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Most popular responses every year:
• Filters block websites I need
• Teachers limit tech use
• Lots of rules
– That limit use of my school’s technology
– That prevent me from using my own tools
such email / IM / MySpace
Obstacles to student tech use at school
38. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Mobile devices
• Online learning
• Gaming technologies
Digital Disconnect:
A new “battleground” with emerging technologies
in education
39. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Mobile devices @ school
– Cell phones
– Laptops
– MP3 players
– Smartphones & PDAs
Digital Disconnect:
A new battleground with emerging technologies
in education
40. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Students' Access to Mobile Devices
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
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80%
90%
CellPhone Laptop MP3 SP - PDA
K-2
Gr 3-5
Gr 6-8
Gr 9-12
Using Mobile Devices for Learning
41. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Communications
• Collaborations
• Creativity
• Productivity
How student want to use mobile devices
to support learning
42. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Communications
– Email teachers, classmates
– Access personal websites
• Collaborations
– Projects and calendars
• Creativity
– Create/share documents
• Productivity
– Research, downloads, ed games
How student want to use mobile devices
to support learning
43. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
High School Students’ Usage
• 8% taken online class
• 9% taken a class with an online component
• 6% taken an online class outside of school
Almost 1 our 4 high school students have
experience with online learning
Online learning and students
44. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Online learning and students
Is there interest in taking online
classes? Yes!
Beyond the students with current
experience:
+33% of high school students
+24% of middle school students
+19% of students grades 3-5
45. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
a. Take class not offered at my school
b. Get extra help in a subject
c. Earn college credit
d. To work at my own pace
e. To learn more about the subject
Audience Response:
What is the #1 reason middle school
students want to take an online class?
46. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Why Students Want to Take an Online Class
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
30%
35%
40%
45%
50%
Learn about a subject
Class not offeredWork at own paceTo get extra help
Scheduling
College credit
Gr 3-5
Gr 6-8
Gr 9-12
What is the #1 reason middle school
students want to take an online class?
47. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Over 64% of students K-12 play
• Average is 8 – 10 hours per
week
• Using a wide variety of devices
Gaming Technologies in Learning
48. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Over 64% of students K-12 play
• Average is 8 – 10 hours per week
• Using a wide variety of devices
– Cell phones
– Computer games
– Console video players
– Handhelds
– Web-based: single or multi user
Gaming Technologies in Learning
49. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
a. Cell phones
b. Computer games
c. Console video players
d. Handhelds
e. Web-based single user game
f. Web-based multi-user game
Audience Response:
Girls are most likely to use which device for
their gaming activities?
50. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
a. Cell phones
b. Computer games
c. Console video players
d. Handhelds
e. Web-based single user game
f. Web-based multi-user game
Girls are most likely to use which device for
their gaming activities?
51. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
• Easier to understand difficult concepts 51%
• More engaged in learning material 50%
• Would learn more 46%
• More interesting to practice problems 44%
• Go beyond & try new things 37%
• See results of my problem solving 35%
• Direct my own learning 34%
Student views – why include gaming in school?
52. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
What if you could design the
ultimate school . . . .
what technologies would have the
greatest impact on your learning?
53. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
a. Digital equipment for creating projects
b. Games and virtual simulations
c. Personal laptops for each student
d. Student access to email and IM at school
e. Using devices like cellphones, MP3 players
and PDAs
f. Online classes
Audience Response:
What do students say is the #1 tech tool or
service that will impact their learning?
54. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Students in Kindergarten thru 12th
grade say
the same thing every year:
What do students say is the #1 tech tool or
service that will impact their learning?
55. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Students in Kindergarten thru 12th
grade say
the same thing every year:
“Give me a laptop for my personal
use at school and at home”
What do students say is the #1 tech tool or
service that will impact their learning?
56. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Yes:
School Principals 66%
District Administrators 48%
Teachers 47%
Parents 43%
Is your school doing a good job preparing
you/your students/your child for future jobs?
57. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
Yes:
School Principals 66%
District Administrators 48%
Teachers 47%
Parents 43%
Advanced tech students 23%
Is your school doing a good job preparing
you/your students/your child for future jobs?
58. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
What today’s students feel and believe . . .
• Is school interesting?
• Do I feel safe?
• Will I be successful?
• Are my parents and teachers helping me to
be successful?
• Does my school care about me?
59. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Speak Up 2007 Student Findings
What today’s students feel and believe . . .
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%
My school cares about
me
Parents/teachers help
me
I will be successful
I feel safe
School is interesting
Gr 9-12
Gr 6-8
K-5
60. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Trends to watch:
• Continuing “digital disconnects”
• Spectrum of digital native-ness
• Multiple “computers” in the backpack
• Embracing & adapting new technologies
• Anytime, anyplace, anywhere, any pace
learning
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
61. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Trends to watch:
• Self directed learning is key
• Everyone is a content developer
• Make it relevant to me!
• Blend of informal & formal learning opps
• Beyond engagement to productivity benefits
• “Long tail” of training & education
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
62. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Trends to watch:
• The era of the technology-enabled
Free Agent Learner
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
63. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
• Visit www.tomorrow.org
– Reports
– Webinars – new series for 2008
– Podcasts
– Speak Up Blog
– Facebook
• Speak Up Data and Services for your
association
– Consulting and custom data reports
– Speak Up with your members
More Speak Up?
64. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
Expert Panel Discussion with:
Dave Fellers
Radiological Society of North America
Tom Hood
Maryland Association of CPAs
Ron Moen
American Dietetic Association
How do we prepare for the association
members of tomorrow?
65. (c) Project Tomorrow 2008
It has been great to learn from you today.
If you have any questions, please contact us:
Julie Evans
Project Tomorrow
jevans@tomorrow.org
949-609-4660 x15
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