Give students control over the learning process. The 21st century has seen vast advances in technology - which can connect students and teachers to more information, knowledge, and experts than ever before. Investigate why the traditional education system isn't working, uncover why the meanings of education and success should be redefined, and understand the teacher's role in a free learning environment.
In this short book, Will Richardson makes a great case showing the disconnect between our advances in 21st Century technology and our educational system which remains virtually unchanged since the 19th and 20th Centuries. This book is worth reading by anyone interested in the future of education; it is a great book for discussion.
Great message about how successful schools still need change. Our kids are not engaged. We know what works but are afraid to remove the obstacles that keep us from it.