Leadership in Action
Leadership in Action
A Briefing Series for Education Leaders
A New England Secondary School Consortium Resource
About the Series
Leadership in Action is a series of briefings on some of the most important educational issues affecting today's students, high schools, and communities. The New England Secondary School Consortium is a state-led partnership working to promote innovative education strategies and policies in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. As the Consortium's lead coordinator, the Great Schools Partnership hopes these briefings will help school leaders strengthen their schools, empower their teachers, rebuild their economies, and give every student a better chance to succeed in life.
Each briefing includes a longer companion document, I Want To Know More, that provides a selection of information and resources for education leaders, parents, and community members who want to learn more about the teaching and learning strategies taking place in today's most innovative high schools.
The briefings are also available on the Leadership in Action website.
The Briefings
What Do Today's Students Need to Know?
Every day, the world is growing more complex and demanding. TodayÕs students need new skills that will equip them for success in the global economy.
> I Want To Know More about what students need to know
How Do Today's Student Learn?
Science has given us new insights into brain development and our best school leaders and teachers are showing us how to engage and inspire.
> I Want To Know More about how today's students learn
What Can the World's Best Schools Teach Us?
National borders no longer define the knowledge and skills needed for success. Lessons from other countries are helping us more effectively prepare our students.
> I Want To Know More about what the world's best schools can teach us
What Should A 21st Century High School Look Like?
Textbooks, chalkboards, and desks were the hallmarks of 20th century schooling. TodayÕs best schools are borderless community learning centers.
> I Want To Know More about 21st century high schools
What Is a Proficiency-Based Diploma?
Some students leave high school knowing calculus, while others struggle with basic math. How can we make sure every student graduates prepared?
> I Want To Know More about proficiency-based diplomas
What Are Personalized Learning Pathways?
Internships, technical programs, college courses, hands-on science, accelerated studyÑa new generation of high schools is redefining the high school experience.
> I Want To Know More about personalized learning pathways
What Is Real-World Learning...And How Can We Assess It?
If we want to know what to teach our students today, we should listen to those who will be preparing and employing them after they graduate.
> I Want To Know More about real-world learning
Education, Prosperity, and Economic Competitiveness
Across countries and time periods, education has been a universal gateway to greater prosperity, a stronger economy, and a better quality of life.
> I Want To Know More about education and the economy
Leadership in Action
A Briefing Series for Education Leaders
A New England Secondary School Consortium Resource
About the Series
Leadership in Action is a series of briefings on some of the most important educational issues affecting today's students, high schools, and communities. The New England Secondary School Consortium is a state-led partnership working to promote innovative education strategies and policies in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. As the Consortium's lead coordinator, the Great Schools Partnership hopes these briefings will help school leaders strengthen their schools, empower their teachers, rebuild their economies, and give every student a better chance to succeed in life.
Each briefing includes a longer companion document, I Want To Know More, that provides a selection of information and resources for education leaders, parents, and community members who want to learn more about the teaching and learning strategies taking place in today's most innovative high schools.
The briefings are also available on the Leadership in Action website.
The Briefings
What Do Today's Students Need to Know?
Every day, the world is growing more complex and demanding. TodayÕs students need new skills that will equip them for success in the global economy.
> I Want To Know More about what students need to know
How Do Today's Student Learn?
Science has given us new insights into brain development and our best school leaders and teachers are showing us how to engage and inspire.
> I Want To Know More about how today's students learn
What Can the World's Best Schools Teach Us?
National borders no longer define the knowledge and skills needed for success. Lessons from other countries are helping us more effectively prepare our students.
> I Want To Know More about what the world's best schools can teach us
What Should A 21st Century High School Look Like?
Textbooks, chalkboards, and desks were the hallmarks of 20th century schooling. TodayÕs best schools are borderless community learning centers.
> I Want To Know More about 21st century high schools
What Is a Proficiency-Based Diploma?
Some students leave high school knowing calculus, while others struggle with basic math. How can we make sure every student graduates prepared?
> I Want To Know More about proficiency-based diplomas
What Are Personalized Learning Pathways?
Internships, technical programs, college courses, hands-on science, accelerated studyÑa new generation of high schools is redefining the high school experience.
> I Want To Know More about personalized learning pathways
What Is Real-World Learning...And How Can We Assess It?
If we want to know what to teach our students today, we should listen to those who will be preparing and employing them after they graduate.
> I Want To Know More about real-world learning
Education, Prosperity, and Economic Competitiveness
Across countries and time periods, education has been a universal gateway to greater prosperity, a stronger economy, and a better quality of life.
> I Want To Know More about education and the economy