Read the article at: http://www.csmonitor.com/2009/0108/p03s03-usgn.html
In the comments section, provide answers to the following questions in consideration of your expectations for working in a global economy and ramifications for the future.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
Deadline to comment is Thursday, 09/17/2009, 11:59am
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThis report seems to indicate that the skills students need to succeed in the real world have changed directions in some respects and expanded in others. In addition to basic math/science/language education, there needs to be more of an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving, and the application of new skills and information.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
I don't plan on ever being a parent, but I will certainly be working with and affected by future students, and may end up mentoring/teaching future students, so this will hopefully mean a paradigm shift and overall improvement in American education.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
I feel that this article ties in to Pink's book very directly, almost presenting the same ideas in a different way. Pink emphasizes the importance of right-brain thinking, whereas our culture has been focusing on left-brain thinking almost exclusively. This article shows the importance of teaching creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving, all arguably right-brain activities, alongside more traditional education.
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ReplyDelete1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThe state-level approaches have strayed from the past practices of keeping it simple in the beginning, and building complexity in even increments. Each state has acted on its own interpretations and not tried to keep pace with the machinations or mentalities of industry.
The real world situations of work environments is very different beyond the boundaries of general research. Grasping technology out of convenience to not apply oneself staggers towards a terrible precipice for not holding the individual to being as capable as those 'tools' now thrust in the hands of young academics, who are unprepared.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
On Education, I am probably more prepared than the average parent, but for me the contemplation is very different. Would I want to father my first child in my mid to late forties? Will my new place in the future workforce allow me to do so?
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
It ties in by highlighting the need for a change in attitude and perspective on fundamental education. Bringing in considerations of new contexts are congruent with Pink's direction on "high touch" and "six senses" in addressing straight on matters of educating sooner than later, structuring for well-rounded abilities not slanted towards one skill set, or faltering on instilling fears during academic development during K through 12.
My first comment is in regards to the survey conducted amongst employers and superintendents. It is difficult for me to see the accuracy of the reported rankings when the amount of employers vs. superintendents is so off balance. The number of superintendents (155) is about double the amount of employers (89). In order for a study to be accurate, especially one that compares two groups to each other, shouldn't the sample size of each be near equal? But I suppose I am digrressing...
ReplyDeleteThe conclusions that can be drawn from the article is we have a lot of work ahead of us. And now more than ever we all are going through a time of great change. It is good to see the school system is waking up, but it is doing so quite slowly. I think there is a huge divide between academia and the corporate world - yet another reason I am not pursuing Graduate school. It is a great thing to see businesses reaching out to educational institutions so that the divide becomes less. A great example of this is the Junior Achievement program.
I am already a stepmother (soon to be) of two boys. They each live in two different parts of the country and are being raised by their mothers in two totally different ways. The oldest, Nico, lives in California. He will graduate from high school this year. He is being raised in a very strict, religious environment. There is an advantage to this, in that he have a lot of family values and good will towards his fellow man. However, his mother and step-father are quite old fashioned as is his school. His big ambition at this time is to be a welder. Based on my belief that we are indeed heading into a Conceptual Age, I have been trying to inspire him to use that skill for design. He has expressed interest in designing roller coasters and thrill rides and I think that goes right along with the new skills needed to survive.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
The big message so far in the book and in this article is: WAKE UP. This ain't your grand daddy's world anymore! It is interesting to read about General Motors in this book thinking of their current state now. When reading about the piss and vinegar leader who comments about being in the art business, I questioned his true belief in that. If he truly believed that would they be struggling so much now? Think of Toyota vs. GM. Why is Toyota doing so well? Their cars really cannot be that different under the hood can they? It's all about image. Toyota just seems more artful and creative. GM just doesn't have that vibe.
Think of this economy in which we are living. People are struggling, including myself maybe soon, to find a job. We have to gain a strong competitive advantage. Interviewing for a job is a huge excercise in R-Directed thinking. You have to know your audience (empathize) and communicate well to the potential employer. You have to inspire them to envision you with their organization being successful. At the Rosen College, every single class has at least one group project. This is realistic, students need to learn to work together. These are just a few examples of skills that were expressed in the article and in the book.
I feel one believe the sooner the educcation system wakes up, the better.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThere is a gap in the education system. Although, reading and writing and traditional education are necessary, it's not enough. You ned to be able to take those skills and utilize them in a real world setting. Educators are following and antiquated path in how they teach their material.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
I am already finding my children completing projects beyond the scope of what was required of me in my early education. They are preparing real world presentations and have extra-curricular assignments involving local businesses. Living near the space center, knowledge information in in the forefront of the school boards.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
I found this tie-in immediately. I had to wait to write it here instead of under number 1! The word "knowledge" is a huge keyword. It's not enough to do what was always done. Traditional education must take a look at where the world is going, meaning integrated R-directed thinking. I was thinking about how in other European countries children leave early education and tend to be trained in vocational settings for their further education. They are trained for specific careers instead of general knowledge (in the traditional sense). Our children (and us as students) need to leave college with experience that will be an asset to our economy. It is obvious that the U.S. is no longer leading in cutting edge information. We have to stop "sitting on our laurels" and respond to the global signs that it is time to adapt and once again take the lead in the World.
The conclusions of this article is that the way we approach educating and preparing children for the real world in the United States may not be doing the trick. It shows that the statistics of where we rank and how our students perform is not where we need to be and that a new approach may be in order to include better problem solving skills.
ReplyDeleteI do not think this will affect me too directly because I discovered something about myself when I spent a summer teaching swim lessons to children and adults. I do not think that my mind works or process information like others and problems solving and reading comprehension have always been my strong points.
The information in this article not only ties in with Pink's book but it proves many of his points as far as things changing in the way of people needing to think more for themselves and be more inventive in their own minds and work. Pink is always talking about how all the things that we are taught like math and left brain activities can be done by someone else for cheaper or by a computer and that we need people with compassion and creativity.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThe “What Does Creativity Mean?” research table, I believe, attempted to get too creative because it is not very clear. However, the article reiterated the point that things like critical thinking and actual hands-on approaches are monumentally important for grade school attendees to master.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
If all schools have the Napa Valley area way of educating, children’s assignments (and homework) may be more over the parent’s heads because of the technology used. For example: If a class of 2000 high school graduate has a kid this year, the child will be in the 4th grade in about 2020. If the class of 2000 grad hasn’t furthered her education since graduation, the simplest of third 4th grade assignments may be too difficult for her to help out with because of a technology knowledge barrier.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
The information presented in the article ties-in with Pink’s book because it stresses the importance of R-directed thinking and applications using it! In the past, schools focused on math, reading, and history. These days, people are realizing the importance of creativity and right-brained thinking being taught in the classroom. I’m sure Pink would love this article.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThis report asks us to do more for our children than just teach the basics. Although it is important to learn things like basic math, science, and English, none of these things will come up solitarily in the real world. They will be presented in a situation that requires critical thinking and a working knowledge of each base intertwined. Simply teaching children the basic functions of math or science without allowing them to apply and solve problems robs them of their potential and will not readily prepare them for the real world. Individual states are doing their best to take part in this trend, but we still need to do more.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
This will require me to do more than just help my future child with their homework, but asks me to challenge them as critical thinkers in everyday life. Of course, kids need to be kids, but if this trend continues in schools, they will be coming home with more questions and ideas than ever before. It will be interesting to look for changes in the mind-workings of the future generation.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
This ties in by again presenting us with the idea that the same old teaching system is not going to be able to keep up with the modern world. We need to be encouraging creativity and problem solving along with application of new ideas in order to have a fighting chance. Right-brained thinkers will move more and more into the spotlight in the coming years, and it will be fun to see the creativity spark.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThe statistics are uneven so it may be hard to draw any definite conclusions, but it is evident there is now more of an emphasis on problem solving/ real world skills.
"the kinds of research, scientific investigation, and problem solving that our children will need to compete in a 21st-century knowledge economy."
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
Being a possible parent in the future finds an artcile like this to be very interesting. I think it's extremely important for future America to have the proper skills to fight in the real world of business and economics.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
I think this artcile most definitely ties into what Pink's "Whole New Mind" is saying. Pink believes there has been a transition from Left brained thinkers to Right brained thinkers. And that the emphasis needs to combine the both, which in essence is the articles ultimate goal to take basic principles and analytical skills in combination.
The conclusion that I drew frome the article was that our society is evolving. With this evolution we are learning that we must change the ways we think and a key to a successful transition must begin in our education programs. According to this article the movement to reform the education system has begun and in the future we will have a system that teaches our students important life skills.
ReplyDeleteWell as a future parent I believe this change in the system might at first be difficult to deal with. Growing up our assignments were based on the mastering of certain skills. With this reform it seems that a geneal sens eof knowledge will be rewarded. The difficulty as a parent is this seems like a somewhat abstract concept. If your grading my child off communication skills then in my view, as a parent, he would always get a 100%. I think that the key to a successful and smooth change will lie in the introduction of a new grading system that thoroughly maps out expectations.
This information ties in with Pinks book because its the same concept. Were not talking about being L sided thinkers in this new school system were talking about dealing with the important issue of design and creativity rather then math and science. Like Pinks book the article does not want to completely outcast the subjects we grew up on but rather take the emphasis off these areas of study and put them on skills that will help our children in the real world.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteAfter reading this article and looking at the statistics from the chart I have came to the conclusion that creativity and problem solving is so important in todays society. I think that schools need to focus more on teaching students about critical thinking skills and not so much on one specific subject. The chart really shows where improvement is needed and I think this is one of the major areas.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
As a future parent I will expect the way that children get taught these days to change in a GOOD way. I hope that teachers and professors really start to teach things that will help students succeed in the future and think critically. When I was in school my teachers focused more on specific subjects such as Social Studies or Science. In todays society that is not as important as critical thinking skills are or even creativity. As a parent I will teach these skills to my kids as they grow up and I hope that school will as well.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
The information from this article relates to A whole new MInd in which it talks about the future. It lets us know how important it is to be smart in the future because of all the new technology and smart people that we have in our society today. Thinking of new things and being creative will allow us to hopefully reach these goals and succeed in our future. The conclusion of all of this that I came up with as well as Pinks book is that we need to focus more on Critical thinking and less of a specific subject like geography or science.
What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteFirst of all I have to call into question the accuracy of the report given the discrepancy between employer and superintendent sample sizes. But taking the results with a grain of salt it appears employers favor more right brain oriented critical thinking skills as opposed to the more traditional skill sets espoused in the American public school system.
What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
If I were to gaze into a crystal ball I suspect I would see private school in my child’s future. That is of course unless the public school system can catch up with employer demands and prepare students for real world situations. Personally, I hope the high technology innovations discussed in the article come to fruition and the national education system gets on the ball because most can’t afford the tuition of a private institution. It would be a shame to rob so many of a chance to succeed in the post graduate world by not challenging the status quo of the current education system.
In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
The information in the article ties in with Pink’s work in a very broad sense. The American workplace demands more right brain thinkers and problem solvers. As such, both pieces call for recognition of the coming conceptual age and urge educators to act accordingly by teaching students how to apply knowledge contextually and think critically.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteI think that the “Ready to Innovate” report indicates disparities between School Superintendents and Business/Employers in ideologies regarding what skills (creative) are most important. Ultimately the educational system needs to be re-designed in this context. Elementary, Middle, H.S. and Colleges should have teaching programs, seminars, problem-solving/creativity mentors. In addition, these schools should be in partnership with the Business Employers (and Corporate America). In other words, the Employers and Educators need to be partners to design a new, fluid educations blueprint that teaches book + practical skills simultaneously and possibly integrate these fundamentals with sports, music, the arts, and civics. This educational partnership could not only help educate our children in a meaningful way, but also in a relevant, valuable way that one could always be on track to learn how to become productive in society.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
I think future parents could step up and become part of this Employer/Educator/Parental partnership to stay in the loop and identify with what developmental paths and opportunities their children will be open to their children. In that spirit, parents can also volunteer, mentor, help with input, many creative juices can be exchanged.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
This article gives credibility to the fact that society is becoming global--and going through global growing pains where Right-Directed thinking is becoming more practical, requiring skills from people around the world. Pink’s book shows that society has its growth cycles. We jumped from the Industrial Age into the Information Age in 100 years; we seem to be jumping into new Ages in exponential form and currently hovering at the foothills of this Conceptual Age. Affluence has given us abundance; automation has technology growth-morphing exponentially; Asia and India (just for starters) have both been the recipients of our outsourcing (technology, more cheaply salaries) Globally, and—seemingly threaded the world together globally, economically where all peoples of all cultures have skills that can cross-benefit global purposes. With all these choices, we can think before choosing—choose with meaning as “cultural creatives”, keeping the big picture and our families in mind and heart. Baby boomers (like myself) revere this meaning because we may have only 20 or 30 more years to live (if we’ve lived half a century already). In this spirit and empathetic context, I can appreciate the idea of leaning toward Pink’s Right-Directed thinking. If done globally and collectively, it may reintegrate (Right-Directed & Left-Directed) people respecting both backgrounds early on-starting in childhood—thus nurturing sober critical thinkers, and reinstating humanity by sharing ideologies between Employers, Educators, Families and Global Partners—a higher level of communicating through and by elevating the arts, creative thinking, partnerships, and problem-solving to help the less-advantaged.
Lisa Beni
1)What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteI would sum up the report by saying that our schools need to think outside the box and start teaching to both sides of the brain. Yes math, science, and reading are important but critical thinking and problem solving is equally important. Schools are slowly starting to make changes implementing both areas of importance. I hope schools’ do not take the changes too far and push academics too far over.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
This change will definitely have an impact on all children attending school in the future. This change as well as so many others should have all parents looking at their child’s text books. History books are being altered already; math levels are dropping by grade levels. Adding classes such as real world studies will eventually push other important areas out the window. So parents must pick up the slack and teach their kids what school does not.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
Well, both readings are leaning towards a whole new way of thinking and operating nationwide. Right brained thinking will be taking the new and upcoming jobs, so why not start to train children in schools?
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ReplyDeleteOne of the most critical conclusions that can be drawn from this research is the importance of moving away from a completely problem solving based curriculum- I feel this research highlights the importance of a various set of skills that has not been emphasized in the United States education system.
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In terms of students educated in American schools, I believe a significant impact will be a class of Americans more appealing to employers than our own generation. While many students in my own age bracket received education that prepared them for, well, right-brained careers, the economy is shifting in another direction.
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As briefly alluded to above, newer curriculum may begin to emphasize both right and left brained thinking. Obviously this ties in with Pink's emphasis on the development of the largely neglected, in terms of most US schools, characteristics of left brained thinking. This research emphasizes the critical errors of an overemphasis on rationality and problem solving.
1) I would have to say that schools, not just colleges and universities, are really starting to see the importance of teaching kids how to apply the skills they learn to things that might actually happen in the real world. It seems that it may be getting off to a slow start, but at least it's happening at all!
ReplyDelete2) This will impact future parents forcing them to learn to teach their kids in a different way, not in the same way they were taught as kids. Parents will be forced to get their kids to think about the real world, not just how to read and write words and form sentences and how to do simple mathematical functions, but how to use those skills along with other newer skills to help them figure out how the world works earlier in life.
3) Both the article and "A Whole New Mind" argue that we should approach things from a new point of view. "A Whole New Mind" suggests that we should start using our Right Brains more to help us accomplish tasks instead of relying so much on our Left Brains. The article brings up the idea of not just teaching reading, writing, and arithmatic, but applying them to real things so that kids have a better understanding of the world as a whole, how it really is, before they get there so that they know how exactly to handle it.
The research “ready to innovate” has said many things about how our education system has worked in the past. Looking at the research it also means that our school systems are ready for the “21st century skills.” I think it’s a good idea to change the school curriculum around and do some more hands on material. Not just tests that state what to do in business, it should be more projects about actually starting a business. This is going to impact me when I’m a parent because my kids will have a different teaching curriculum then I did. So things are going to change. I think it should change and change for the better. Also, it is a different time because when I have kids they will have grown up with the internet and think nothing of it. In the article Obama was quoted saying there will be high speed internet nation wide in all schools. I think this is a great idea for getting kids used to the way things work in the 21st century. The information in this article relates to pink in many ways. It is time for change, and it needs to be done by today’s standards. That is what this article is saying, and that is what pink is getting across in his book. The doctor lawyer trend is still there, but more people are realizes they need more skills to make it then just a degree. In the article it said "so they are thinking about not just an end product, but really a process for solving complex problems," and this is what I think should be the main purpose of changing the system.
ReplyDelete1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteWe are leaving the age of textbooks and simply working math problems without truly knowing how it applies to real life situations. It seems that we are finally on our way to effective schooling that ties what we learn in school to the real world. Not just teaching the fundamentals then throwing us into American society and thrive by expecting us to automatically know how to apply everything we were taught.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
I think this will have an amazing impact on the next generations to come. I feel they will retain more information if they learn to apply it at the same time. I know this method works better for me.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
In Pink's A Whole New Mind, he emphasizes a change that needs to take place in the way we operate. This new way of teaching will help that change take place by implementing more of a broad spectrum of teaching methods.
The major conclusion that can be drawn from the "Ready to Innovate" report is that real-world skills necessary for the changing workplace is growing more distant from the traditional background provided by current educational systems.
ReplyDeleteThe impact of these findings will involve curriculum-setters, teachers, students, and even parents. While the repercussions for the first three are readily apparent, the bottom line may foresee-ably be left in the hands of parents. If the educational system fails to make necessary adaptations, any concerned parent should be aware of this changing angle and take responsibility for cultivating creative and practical skills if they desire to best prepare their children for success.
The message of this article is very much aligned with Pink's theme in A Whole New Mind. The bottom line is the shift in the occupational world to a new, multi-dimensional set of skills that extends further than the memorization of information. Prospective professionals need to be concerned with creative approaches that extend beyond the black and white. They need to be inquisitive, integrative, and constantly developing their perspective of "how to get the job done".
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDelete- The table focuses largely on he fact that all across the professional spectrum, the notion of creative, right-brained thinking, is becoming more important. This is important because the way we look at things, interact with people and advance as a society is ever changing. A creative person has much less problems adapting to a highly adaptable work environment than perhaps someone who is very meticulous and set in their ways. It's also pretty cool how the business end of that table is (for the most part) really synchronized.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
- Thats tough to say... I don't think I would have any problem adapting necessarily. I'd make the effort to be involved in my child's education as much as possible to make sure that I can. This way I won;t ever be stumped, I don't ever want to say "I don't know" to my kids.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
- This little table might as well be found on pinks book! I mean its all about the changing professional setting and how better suited right brained thinkers would be, as opposed to someone who is more methodical.
1) I think one major conclusion that could be drawn is that the school superintendents need to refresh their ideas and reprioritize their schools if they want to continue to be leaders in this new era. The school superintendents still believe that knowledge is enough now, and from what the business/employers are trying to get across is that while it might be important, but other values and characteristics are much more important.
ReplyDelete2) If this trend continues where my possible children will be educated for a bygone era, they will not be able to compete in their time. It seems like the superintendents are out of touch with reality, and just want to perpetuate the schooling that taught them, and in my future children’s time, it flat out won’t work.
3) I believe this moving to a blending of creativity and knowledge is precisely what Dan Pink is writing about in his book A Whole New Mind. It is becoming a new culture where children are better prepared to compete and communicate in the global aspect of things than their parents ever were. Just like Dan Pink said that left-brain directed thinking isn’t sufficient anymore, this article goes on to confirm his writing.
The conclusion that I have come to after reading this report is that we still have a long way to go in the fashion that we are educating our children. There is tons of research being done on how people learn and what is the most benificial way to teach our students. How much progress has there been in putting that research into action. It doesnt seem that our children are getting smarter. So I think that it is time that we start doing a better job at education at least in the early years, when the children are developing.
ReplyDeleteThe impact that this has had on me is that I want to take charge of my childrens education. I am not saying that I wan to home school but more that I want to take charge in the thought that I will make sure that they are taking advantage of every oportunity that they have. I can think back to time when my parents would ask if I had completed my homework or if I had studied, even if I didnt I would tell them that I did, and they just took my word for it. I will take the time to check to see if my child has done it and done it good. Take the time to sit and talk about with them to make sure they understand what and why they are doing this.
I believe that this report would tie into our assigned reading because, it is saying that what we have done and what we are doing now, just isnt enough any more. L-brain thinking and work is what we have been teaching and doing for so long now. while this is and always will be important what we need to start to shift to is including R-brain thinking, teaching, learning, and progress. It is time to change the way that we are doing things if they arent working and move towards what will work.
1) It can be concluded that the the workforce is transforming technologically and creatively. The teaching plans must, as a result of this shify, adjust to these "21st century skills" to better prepare children for their futures.
ReplyDelete2) Personally, I think that critical thinking skills and learning new innovative techniques is essential for my children's education. Therefore, learning these skills in the classroon would definitely benifit them and me in preparing for their futures.
3) I believe they are saying many of the same concepts. Left brain concepts are not enough, the concepts of creativity or critical thinking are very inportant and should be taught in schools just as much as math or reading.
1)What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteAs stated in the repot and to conclude that both education and business communities appreciated the need to foster creative new workforce entrants. The research helps understand the current and future workforce.
2)What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
I believe as a future teacher and a hope to be one day parent, that the impact and help that will help me grasp the concept… if schools are currently teaching the arts of satisfactory methods. In addition, as the report mentioned that it would be to my benefit on understanding the skills and knowledge of employees and the initiative that it is committed to helping ensure that employers
3)In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
This correlates with Pink because of his chapter on “High concept, high touch.” He states, in order to survive in this age, individuals and organizations must examine what they’re doing to earn a living and ask themselves if they are capable in successfully doing these tasks.
Based off the ready to innovate report it can be seen that what is viewed as important in schools is not equal to what employers are looking for. Where the school system is focused on direct problem solving in linear fashion the employers are seeking individuals that are not afraid to think outside the box when solving complex problems.
ReplyDeleteIf I ever have children of my own I will try to develop the skills missing from the public school system. I will raise my children to utilize right brain thinking as well as left brain thinking when asked for solutions to a situation.
The information presented in this article can be related to Pink's A Whole New Mind quite easily. Pink's book explains in detail how right brain thinking is essential to our survival in the modern workplace. This article shows how employers and businesses are seeking people displaying these right brain processes in addition to the traditional left brain analytical thinking.
1)What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThe results show that the superintendants and the employers differ on their opinions in most of the reported areas. However, they seem to be of the same mindset when it comes to “the ability to take risks” and “the tolerance of ambiguity”. The superintendants put more weight on most of these areas except when it comes to “the ability to work well with others”.
2)What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
As a current parent of children in our school system, I find that these results are pretty accurate. I always teach my kids to stop and look at situations from other points of view. I don’t only expect them to take a second look at other people’s points of view but I also expect them to reanalyze their own theories and opinions from time to time. I believe that the American Education System is taking a step in the right direction with this new approach.
3)In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
It is very similar to “A Whole New Mind” in the manner that they are starting to notice the same trend as Pink. I have felt that different kids learn in different ways. By taking Pinks approach and tapping into the creative side a little more, we open our future up to a whole new realm of innovations.
A conclusion I got from the article is that the way students are thinking now or being taught how to think needs to change so that it matches what is expected of workers and college students in today's world.
ReplyDeleteThe impact this will have would be a shift into what we will have to teach kids as parents and what to be expected of the schools to teach kids. With an over all change and mixing of the test and this is what we do in the real world sugar coating things is not the best way any more.
It ties in with the whole idea of changing thoughts of educating people and shifting into a different trend of showing more and testing more on a conceptual thinking. It also throws a wrench in the thought "if it ain't broke why fix it" when in fact it is broken and needs to be fixed.
1) What conclusions can be drawn from the research findings of the "Ready to Innovate" report?
ReplyDeleteThe conclusions I drew were that many schools put more emphasis on certain ideas of creativity that most employers expect. Not only that but on the sections where they closely matched the need for that skill was pretty low. In the article the question asked wasn't are the students learning the correct skills it was are the students learning how to use those skills correctly. I found that really interesting since a student ability to transfer information to the real world was never discussed when I was in school.
2) What impact will this have on you as [possibly] future parents of students educated in American schools?
While I don't plan on being a parent I think this will have a definite impact on future students. How information is taught will be changed so that students don't just see the correct methods and definitions, but how those definitions and methods relate to the workplace. They may begin to focus on not just the basics of a skill, but they may begin to teach students how to use those skills in real world circumstances.
3) In what way(s) does the information presented in this article tie-in with Pink's A Whole New Mind?
I think it correlates in the idea that preconceived notions of knowledge and how it is being used are changing. I think both so how people are realizing that there is a disconnect somewhere and that it needs to be addressed so that people can achieve higher levels of success.