Schooling for the Real World: The Essential Guide to Rigorous and Relevant Learning

1. Introduction: Initiating the Conversation 2. Teaching and Learning in Real World Contexts Learning through Projects Designing High-Quality Projects Kids as Consultants Learning through Work 3. Changing the Whole School Small and Personal Learning, Not Training The Tracking Trap Setting Standards Support for Teachers 4. Creating Circles of Support Shepherds of Reform Preserving Academic Integrity Clear Signals and Active Support Common and Uncommon Measures Benchmarking School-to-Career Reforms The State Role 5. Conclusion: Continuing the Conversation Resources Organizations Readings Video Productions.