Microsoft Interviews The Core
This past January I had the pleasure of meeting Microsoft’s VP of Education Anthony Salcito. His passion for education was clearly evident as we discussed global education initiatives. Salcito recently interviewed me for his blog and I appreciate his time
Jess Lahey on Why Parents Should Let Kids Fail
Jess Lahey, middle school teacher and writer for the New York Times and The Atlantic, shares her insights on education from the perspective of an educator and mother. Jess has seen an unbelievable response to her article on why parents
Learning Accelerator CEO Scott Ellis
The CORE welcomes the Learning Accelerator’s CEO Scott Ellis to the program. Scott shares his vision for blended learning in the U.S. and core components of successful initiatives. Scott and his team just today announced a $5 million grant they
‘Saving The School’ Author Michael Brick
Author Michael Brick visited the CORE recently to discuss his book, ‘Saving The School.’ Brick, a former writer for the New York Times, takes us inside a turnaround school in Texas sharing his observations and experiences as both a writer
UK Union Head Russell Hobby Discusses Teacher Evaluation
Russell Hobby, General Secretary, for the National Association of Head Teachers in the UK. Head Teachers are the UK version of U.S. school Principals. The NAHT is an independent trade union and professional association representing over 28,500 members in England,
CISCO Director Dr. Kevin Dunseath Talks Global Education
Dr. Kevin Dunseath, Director, Education MENA, Global Education chatted with the CORE at the Education World Forum in London recently. Dr. Dunseath discusses CISCO’s role in global education and his passion to connect educators to the best technology. The U.S.
Dr. James Stronge-Teacher Effectiveness Expert
Dr. James Stronge joins the Core to discuss his impressions on Teacher Evaluations in the U.S. Dr. Stronge shares his approach and more importantly provides commentary on the issues facing states and districts still in the throws of what effectiveness
Eric Sheninger’s Digital World Revamps School Leadership
Eric Sheninger is the Principal at New Milford High School located in Bergen County, NJ and joins the Core to discuss why he chose education as a profession and what expectations he has for his staff. You’ll find Eric’s candor refreshing
Educreations Founder Wade Roberts
Wade Roberts, founder of Educreations, joins the Core to discuss his work and the response he has gotten from the ed community at-large. Check out Educreations on Twitter and learn how teachers are using this technology to improve curriculum delivery.