Rebecca Midles

1 week ago | gettingsmart.com | Rebecca Midles |Tom Vander Ark

Throughout history, from apprenticeships to field studies, learning has always extended beyond the walls of a classroom. Think about how often we learn outside traditional classrooms now – from looking up DIY fixes online to diving down rabbit holes sparked by a documentary. It makes you wonder: how is this constant quest for information shaping our future, and how are our schools adapting? The traditional classroom often feels disconnected from the vibrant, ever-evolving real world.

Nov 8, 2024 | gettingsmart.com | Rebecca Midles

New learning models, tools, and strategies have made it easier to open small, nimble schooling models. Focused on charting and defining the future-ready education system we need to serve and prepare all learners. Focusing on how making a difference has emerged as one of the most powerful learning experiences. This campaign will serve as a road map to the new architecture for American schools. Pathways to citizenship, employment, economic mobility, and a purpose-driven life.

Jun 18, 2024 | gettingsmart.com | Rebecca Midles

New learning models, tools, and strategies have made it easier to open small, nimble schooling models. The climate crisis is the most complex challenge mankind has ever faced. We’re covering what edleaders and educators can do about it. Focusing on how making a difference has emerged as one of the most powerful learning experiences. This campaign will serve as a road map to the new architecture for American schools.

Apr 4, 2024 | gettingsmart.com | Rebecca Midles

There’s something in the water at education conferences — sneakers have become the new conference dress code. This shift toward individuality, comfort and practicality is also representative of transformations we’re seeing in education. The 2024 Carnegie Summit marked not just a gathering of minds but a convergence of ideas reshaping the education landscape. Key themes emerged, focusing on equity, improvement, and community collaboration.

Feb 1, 2024 | gettingsmart.com | Rebecca Midles

Navigating the landscape of educational transformation requires leaders to cultivate a reflective process and practice strategic decision-making. More than two decades ago, my involvement in a groundbreaking learning initiative in Alaska paved the way for a transformative approach to education, aligning with many of Deming’s quality management principles. We were working to create systemic approaches for personalized learning that would not be time-bound or driven by course requirements.