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Great schools have exceptionally strong student cultures. Amazing, research-based curricula won't work in an off-task classroom. Discourse falls flat unless students are respectfully listening to each other, and Socratic seminars only sing when students have excellent, well-organized pre-work and meet incredibly high expectations for note-taking and participation. Don't just take my word for it. When the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) studied great schools, they found an exceptionally strong correlation between schools that had strong school cultures and schools that had outlier-high student achievement: "Not only is a strong disciplinary climate consistently and strongly associated with better performance in mathematics across most countries, but improving the disciplinary climate seems to be a universally effective strategy to improve achievement. Looked at another way, an orderly environment negates the impact of income level on achievement.” At Simply Great Schools, we believe in the full spectrum of great teaching. We also recognize that the school year follows a natural "arc" ... and that great schools obsess in the first six weeks of school on creating focused, joyful classroom environments with clear routines and strong student-teacher relationships. Schools working with us are leveraging turnkey summer and school-year PD and coaching tools to ensure that every single classroom has the foundations for excellence in place early in the school year. These schools know what PISA knows -- "An orderly classroom environment negates the impact of income level on achievement" -- and the work they do in August and September will set up their classrooms to spike in rigor, feedback, and thinking the rest of the year.

How heartbreaking is it to hear that even spaces meant for women are no longer safe?  A university chancellor reported cases of sexual harassment, with students being compelled for marks. The very institutions created to empower women are being tainted by this spreading disease. This is not just about isolated incidents—it's a reflection of a systemic issue. Women already face numerous challenges in their personal and professional lives. Are we going to allow this to continue unchecked? Or will we stand up, create meaningful change, and protect the dignity of those who rely on these institutions for education and growth? This is a wake-up call for us all. We need accountability, action, and change. Let's ensure that our institutions serve their purpose and remain a safe space for learning and growth for everyone.

#educategirls Education is not only empowering minds but also transtorming economies!=Recently, several organizations focused on educating girls have made history by listing on the national stock exchange. This groundbreaking move signifies a shift in societal values and investment priorities, recognizing the crucial role of girls' education in shaping our future.From classrooms to stock markets, the rise of girls' education listings on the national stock exchange marks a monumental shift in societal investment and future prosperity. By supporting these listings, we're not just investing in stocks; we're investing in a brighter, more equitable world for all!

The time to introduce hand dexterity and hand eye coordination skills is in kindergarten, ioo. https://lnkd.in/d7zwa7pf

🔬 “Interest in science has declined and a gender gap has opened up” - EngineeringUK, 2024 How are we still seeing this in 2024!! EngineeringUK’s latest report surveyed over 7000 children in state schools. It showed a decline in: 📉 Interest in STEM subjects  📉 Confidence in subjects like science and computing  📉 Number of children intending to learn science at GCSE and study at university  📉 Career information for students On top of this, the gender gap also seems to be widening. But what is causing this? Hands-on practical work has shown to be key in motivating students with science, however, most students (49%) are only experiencing these through online videos. Most students are also unable to relate the practical tasks in schools to real-life contexts. In the UK, the STEM skills shortage is already costing businesses £1.5 billion a year - and with these survey results, I worry it’s only going to worsen. These are the skills we desperately need for the net zero transition and for productivity increase. At Team Repair, we’ve been seeing that we can have a positive impact on these stats. After just one session, 25% of children have an increased interest in going to a science or tech job. All of our metrics were 10% higher for girls as well! If your organisation are considering how you can inspire the next generation - reach out to me! We’d love to see if we can help you with your outreach activities. Reference -

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the future of young people, enabling them to unleash their skills and potential for building sustainable and thriving societies. Youth, on the other hand, are instrumental in driving the relevance of learning. #Education #YouthDevelopment

This study assessed the extent of implementation of youth formation programs of the identified elementary and secondary schools in Asturia s District 2, Cebu Province Division, during the School Year 2023 2024. This studys 2171 2021 students and 150 teachers respondents were distributed from the identified secondary and elementary schools in Asturias District 2. The findings of this study were utilized as a basis for a development plan. Descriptive correlation, survey technique, and purposive sampling were used in this study. The gathered data were treated using the percentage formula, weighted mean, and Pearson correlation coefficient. Results revealed that most teachers were in the age range of 21 30, females, had 1 5 years of teaching, had seven years and above number of years as moderators, and had MA units. Most of the teacher respondents perceived the technology assisted activities as motivating students to get more involved in learning activities, with a 3.61 mean rating. Most of the student respondents were in the age range of 16 years and above, male, had a year level of grade 10, had less than a year as a club member, and most respondents had television as multimedia available at home. Respondents agreed to the attitude scale towards technology use, with a 3.01 rating, which means they agreed. The school had 5 6 organizations and 5 8 activities, and most schools had limited resources of computers and tablets. The extent of technology integration in implementing youth formation programs was found to be very satisfactory, with a mean rating. The study pointed out a significant relationship between the profile of the teachers as to the number of years in teaching and the perception of technology assisted activities with a p value of 0.005 at 0.01. Therefore, technology integration in the implementation of youth formation programs is compelling. Thus, the researcher proposed a sustainable technology integration development plan to enhance the technology integration of the youth formation programs. by Rowin V. Bacan "Technology Integration Development Plan for Youth Formation Programs" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-8 | Issue-4 , August 2024, URL: https://lnkd.in/dwM3bzvV Paper Url: https://lnkd.in/dBKdYV57

Maybe the US should focus on #SKILLING young Americans - rather than #EDUCATING them in “traditional” #schools As I see it, #education in the future will be: - LATERAL: peer-to-peer learning - EXPERIMENTIAL: learning by doing - SELF-REFERENTIAL: empower each student to trust and unleash his/her unique potential The US government should ask for advice Sam Pitroda - who chaired #India’s National Knowledge Commission - on how to unleash young #Americans’ creative capabilities through personalized “skilling” program that leverage #digital platforms Next-Gen #educators like Vaibhav Chhabra and Richa Shrivastava (She/Her) can show the US States how to launch online programs like the #SDG #School that impart young people valuable digital #Maker skills they can use to build inclusive and sustainable local communities Learn about the SDG School, a hybrid program for young change makers: https://lnkd.in/e2b_Z29D To thrive in a VUCA world dominated by “smart” tech like #AI , young Americans need also to cultivate #soft #skills that boost their EQ and make them act as #wise #leaders

Michael Fullan's insightful article highlights the urgent need for a fundamental transformation in our education system, echoing a sentiment that resonates deeply with today's literacy challenges. Ensuring we engage all kids and provide equitable learning environments is crucial. Moreover, we must not overlook students who still struggle with reading in Grade 4 and beyond. Our focus must include them to foster a truly inclusive education system. I can't wait for Part 2 of this series—Michael's article is a must-read for everyone invested in educational reform. #Education #equity #literacy Dr. María Asusena López-Guerra Hamish Brewer Michael Funk Kate Fullan Dr. Michael Meechin Nicole Nesheim, PhD Joy Allcock

Women should challenge the societal norms that suggest they are only suited for lower levels of education and strive to achieve a PhD. Research indicates that there is a disparity between the number of men and women who hold PhDs, with men outnumbering women in this regard. It is important for women to break free from these stereotypes and pursue higher education to further their academic and professional goals. By obtaining a PhD, women can contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their respective fields and break barriers that have historically limited their educational and career opportunities. It is crucial for women to believe in their capabilities and strive for excellence in academia, regardless of gender stereotypes.