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Donella Meadows offers what I think is probably one of the best discussions on systems change. She argues that systems are organized around core missions and purposes, and until that core changes, the system doesn’t change. So any new tech introduced, for example, is either assimilated, adapted such that it supports the core mission or purpose, or ejected because it doesn’t. Using this lens, one might begin to ask what we can tell about a system’s core mission or purpose based on what it enfolds, on what it adapts - and how, and what it endeavors to reject (not just tech but any manner of innovation or change).  If you aren’t familiar with it, her book is Thinking in Systems: A Primer. And while technical in nature (she was definitely cut from the MIT engineering cloth), I think it should be essential reading. (And PS I’d love to do an adaptation of it to educational systems. Jill Stefaniak, Ph.D.) https://lnkd.in/g6y7Kwe9 

Here’s a comprehensive collection of back-to-school articles, providing resources for icebreakers, instructional ideas across all subjects, and the latest education insights. http://spr.ly/6007cjBa9

Here’s a comprehensive collection of back-to-school articles, providing resources for icebreakers, instructional ideas across all subjects, and the latest education insights. http://spr.ly/6007cjBa9

Putting pen to paper is the first step - and often the most difficult. 📝 🤓 But MAS is here for you with our latest Back 2 School recap: Zero to Copy Hero.

Amber, one of our lecturers, is leading an engaging class in a computer room. She discusses key concepts from the textbook, while students are visibly involved and responsive, clapping and smiling as they participate in the discussion. 📚👏😊 #ManagementStudies #InteractiveLearning #ClassroomEngagement #EducationalExcellence #StudentParticipation

When the world seems beyond our control, it's time to realize the power of solving our problems! As we explore in this issue of Action Driven Education's newsletter, educators have the capacity and ability to recognize and solve the challenges our students face in our classrooms. The best solutions are developed by the individual who owns the classroom- the teacher! Learn more in the Spring '24 Newsletter: The Power of Problems-Solved.

School's out for summer! If you're looking for some useful reading for your time off, take a look at these expert-recommended education reads to make it a CPD summer. Take a look: https://bit.ly/4fl1Q9x What's on your reading list?

Seeing a classroom in action grounds leaders in their analysis of student learning and feedback to teachers. With the correct structure, these learning walks can pave progress for miles. Our latest blog explores learning walks as an effective practice: https://bit.ly/3X4EH2I

Summer reading is in the planning stage at most libraries. Whether you adopt the theme of Adventure Begins at Your Library or Read, Renew, and Repeat, summer reading takes lot of work. Check out our blog for tips & trick ➡️ https://bit.ly/49vbvXN

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