Freedom to Learn (Solutions) - how traditional school structures strip students of their control over the learning process

by Will Richardson

Part of the Solutions for Modern Learning series The 21st century has seen vast advances in technology which can connect students and teachers to more information, knowledge, and experts than ever before. Schools play an important role in equipping students for society, despite the massive changes taking place in learning due to technology. But to stay relevant and to avoid negative societal consequences, schools must shift their focus from control and organization to freedom and self-direction. Educators must center their work and their own professional development on bringing freedom to learn to the forefront. Give students control over the learning process. 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.
Preface
Blueprints for Learning
Chapter 1: The Current System
Chapter 2: Learners Versus Knowers
Chapter 3: The Freedom to Teach
The End of the Beginning

Genres: Education

65 pages, Paperback

First published August 24, 2015

Reviews

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

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.

[C Heaslip · Rating 5 out of 5]

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.

[Steven Kolber · Rating 3 out of 5]

A book that has dated a fair bit, but fits within the ‘things will be completely different when (X or Y) technology becomes widespread.