Success Stories
Success Stories
Success stories provide the details about technology implementations so that readers can understand what a particular school or district did along the way to being successful. The goal is always to showcase a model that other schools and districts can adopt or adapt to suit their own needs.
In the case of 21st century learning, there are many examples to draw from. The articles listed below are such examples. This list will grow over time to showcase exemplary practices that can provide guidance for readers. Read how digital learning and one-to-one computing are making a difference.
Civic Literacy in the New Century
Civic literacy in the 21st century goes beyond the annual essay contest of yesterday, and these guides and examples demonstrate a new depth.
North Carolina's 21st Century Schools: A Concerted Effort
Heading into the 21st Century, the people of North Carolina knew that tobacco, textiles, and furniture could no longer support the economy. What would take its place?
Cynthia Mann Elementary School
Students participating in Boise, Idaho's Cynthia Mann Elementary School States Fair dressed as state representatives and used their technology skills to share information with parents and guests.
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Beyond the basics, students will need 21st century competencies to survive and thrive in the future. They will have to know how to think critically, apply knowledge to new situations, analyze information, understand new ideas, communicate effectively, collaborate, solve problems, and make decisions. School districts are looking for ways to help students acquire these new skills while they also address NCLB mandates.
This 21st Century Connections site links students, teachers and administrators to the latest resources, creative tools and educational leaders behind digital learning. Provided by Lenovo, Adobe, Intel and Futurekids, the site is hosted by Technology & Learning, NewBay Media.
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Almost ten years into the 21st century, schools try to promote new ways of teaching and learning and then evaluate how well their efforts have led to results. New insights emerge from research and observation all the time. ![TechLearning.com [Logo]](/files/u9/tllogo.jpg)