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The Global Achievement Gap by Tony Wagner

The Global Achievement Gap by Tony Wagner The gap between the “real world” and the world of school is greater than ever. What, then, does it mean in today’s world to be an active and informed citizen, and how does a democratic society best educate for citizenship?

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The Global Achievement Gap by Tony Wagner

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  1. The Global Achievement Gap by Tony Wagner • The gap between the “real world” and the world of school is greater than ever. • What, then, does it mean in today’s world to be an active and informed citizen, and how does a democratic society best educate for citizenship? • Parker responded, “I look for someone who asks good questions. Our business is changing.” • How to think, as opposed to merely covering the chapters in textbooks and preparing for multiple choice tests. • Unfortunately, the bet that No Child Left Behind will save us is a losing one. • They need to learn the inquiry process. • We’re getting what we measure, but we’re measuring the wrong things.

  2. Seven Survival Skills • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving • Collaboration • Adapatability • Initiative • Effective Oral and Written Communication • Accessing and Analyzing Information • Curiousity and Imagination

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