Learning systems

When it comes to our state and local education systems, it’s surprising that so many of us neglect what we know about learning. What if our education systems were imbued with the same principles of discovery, observation, and experimentation that we encourage in students? What would an education system driven by a learning agenda look like?

Most of us acknowledge that learning is not just about transmitting and receiving facts. Learning is a process of accumulating knowledge and skills over time. When we watch students learn, we witness a complex journey that is fostered by exploration and experience—one made richer by active engagement with ideas and people rather than passive transmission of knowledge...