Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning
This brief outlines a one-day job shadowing intervention that helps high school students develop self-awareness, career clarity, and decision-making skills through real-world exposure to professional environments. Read more »
This brief explores how media clubs in secondary schools enhance students’ media literacy through news writing, editorial work, mentorship, and social media analysis, fostering critical thinking and ethical media engagement. Read more »
As artificial intelligence tools become more accessible to students and educators, it’s critical that schools build a shared understanding of how to use these tools responsibly and effectively. In this session, educators will explore the foundational elements of AI literacy, practice crafting high-quality... Read more »
Created by: Amber Hale
Date Updated: June 30th, 2025
This brief examines the impact of educational escape games (EEGs) on student motivation, engagement, collaboration, and knowledge acquisition in primary and secondary education. The study categorizes EEGs into four game shapes and provides design recommendations for effective implementation. Read more »
This activity simulates the process of enrolling in college courses. Students practice creating a course schedule, evaluating scenarios that impact scheduling, and analyzing course requirements. Participants compare the course schedule to a degree plan and create a semester calendar. This scheduling... Read more »
Created by: Amber Hale
Date Updated: March 31st, 2025
