David Osborne’s Post

I'm thrilled to share that we've carefully reviewed, reaffirmed, and refreshed our Blueprint for high-performing education systems. It describes the strategies, structures, and key qualities of systems that deliver high-quality, future-ready education for all learners.  And it leaves room for determining how to do these things your way - in your context and within your communities' needs and priorities.  Be the first to get a copy with a few quick clicks: https://bit.ly/4fhogss National Center on Education and the Economy #LearningToLeading

Grades represent a currency for students to communicate what they have achieved, but how can we ensure they represent actual student learning? Join us for our upcoming webinar, Equitable Grading: A Competency-Based Education Entry Point and Core Practice on 12/17 @ 3 PM EST. Learn from Joe Feldman, author and leading expert on equitable grading, and two learning communities changing how they communicate student learning. Register here: https://hubs.li/Q02ZfXXQ0

It’s hard to believe that in 2024, we’re still using grading practices that punish students in ways that have nothing to do with learning. Take the common practice of assigning a 0 for missing work: a student who doesn’t turn in one 100-point assignment receives a grade that’s essentially double an F, digging a hole so deep they may never climb out. For many, this leads to frustration, disengagement, and ultimately dropping out—outcomes that disproportionately impact our most vulnerable students. This is why conversations about equitable grading practices and mastery grading matter so much. These strategies aren’t just about fairness; they’re about giving every student the chance to succeed and ensuring that grades reflect what students know and can do. I encourage anyone invested in education to join this critical conversation. The webinar “Equitable Grading: A Competency-Based Education Entry Point and Core Practice” hosted by the Aurora Institute on 12/17 at 3 PM EST promises to challenge outdated norms and offer transformative solutions. #EquitableGrading #CompetencyBasedEducation #EquityInEducation #edtech

Looking forward to this presentation at #NHETC2024, and hope to see you there! We'll be discussing strategic approaches to implementing online quality assurance, and the importance of understanding why successful implementation often necessitates a change management process and approach. Looking to scale your online presence to meet enrollment demands, but not sure how to proceed? We'll discuss best practices, starting points, and key metrics. Bring your questions, and join the discussion!

Online learning continues to grow exponentially…is your institution prepared to respond to demand? Start prepping now because higher education needs to plan for change, including increased student demand for online education. The Changing Landscape of Online Education, 2024 (CHLOE 9) outlines the strategic shifts institutions can adopt to prepare. Our latest showcase, Adapting to the Future, has all the resources you’ll need to plan for 2025 and beyond. https://buff.ly/496goY5

The #PearsonSchoolReport 2024 is here! This year, the Pearson School Report brings together over 12,000 teacher, learner and sector voices in education – shining a light on the challenges, solutions, and opportunities for the future. Download the report now for insights into what teachers and learners think of education today. #PearsonSchoolReport 👉 https://bit.ly/45FzuT3

Online learning continues to grow exponentially…is your institution prepared to respond to demand? Start prepping now because higher education needs to plan for change, including increased student demand for online education. The Changing Landscape of Online Education, 2024 (CHLOE 9) outlines the strategic shifts institutions can adopt to prepare. Our latest showcase, Adapting to the Future, has all the resources you’ll need to plan for 2025 and beyond. https://buff.ly/496goY5

Leaders in education across the nation are reimagining assessment with a student-first approach. 🌐 In our new booklet, Understanding Through-Year Assessment, see how they are using a #ThroughYearAssessment model to do this and what people at all levels of the education system need to know about through-year. Download the booklet today: https://hubs.li/Q02qDppk0

Today, we’re excited to share our vision for policy changes that will transform essential skills education in England in alignment with the new government’s mission for education.   The government wants to ensure that every child and young person benefits from a broad, complete education that not only builds literacy, numeracy and knowledge, but also the wider experiences and essential skills to thrive.   It’s this very vision that Skills Builder Partnership has been building towards over the past 15 years.   Working with over 900 partners across education and employment and reaching more than 2.5 million individuals last year, we’ve drawn on our collective experience and evidence of building essential skills at scale across the whole life journey by using a consistent language and model known as the Universal Framework.   Our new paper for policymakers, Essential Skills at Scale, provides a roadmap for scaling high-impact approaches to teaching and assessing essential skills in schools and colleges in England.   If we can make these changes, then one day, every child and young person can build the essential skills to succeed. Read the executive summary, or full report at: skillsbuilder.org/insights

An increase in online enrollment has led to an increased need for instructional support. Read the full study here: https://buff.ly/3GSiVa8 #onlineeducation #instructionalsupport