The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation & Resources
Dr. Lisa Hassler
78 episodes
1 day ago
Send us a text Imagine a school where grades reward collaboration, character, and genuine mastery—not just memorization and speed. In this episode, Dean of Academics Marc Aronson shares how his school, Cheshire Academy, rethought assessment through Grading What Matters, a framework focused on authentic learning, student agency, and mission-aligned outcomes. We explore Final Demonstrations of Learning instead of exams, a Community of Learners model that grades students on contribution ...
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Send us a text Imagine a school where grades reward collaboration, character, and genuine mastery—not just memorization and speed. In this episode, Dean of Academics Marc Aronson shares how his school, Cheshire Academy, rethought assessment through Grading What Matters, a framework focused on authentic learning, student agency, and mission-aligned outcomes. We explore Final Demonstrations of Learning instead of exams, a Community of Learners model that grades students on contribution ...
AI Education for Kids: Expert Guide for Teachers & Parents | Mike Todasco
The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation & Resources
29 minutes
1 month ago
AI Education for Kids: Expert Guide for Teachers & Parents | Mike Todasco
Send us a text The digital revolution in education is happening right now, and AI literacy has surged to become the #1 skill employers demand. With 70% of job skills projected to change by 2030, our conversation with Mike Todasco couldn't be more timely or crucial for parents and educators navigating this shifting landscape. Mike brings a rare dual perspective as both a visiting fellow at San Diego State University's AI Center and father of two school-aged children. His insights bridge the t...
The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation & Resources
Send us a text Imagine a school where grades reward collaboration, character, and genuine mastery—not just memorization and speed. In this episode, Dean of Academics Marc Aronson shares how his school, Cheshire Academy, rethought assessment through Grading What Matters, a framework focused on authentic learning, student agency, and mission-aligned outcomes. We explore Final Demonstrations of Learning instead of exams, a Community of Learners model that grades students on contribution ...
