Next Generation Learning Challenges
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Next Generation Learning Challenges (NGLC) supports educators and communities that are reimagining public education. #NGLCchat
Joined May 2010
Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » The Real Deal: Innovative Learning with Project Invent.
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A student was “blown away” by a program that encouraged her to create, experiment, and learn from failure—in a real project that benefited her community.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Reclaim Time to Reimagine School and Learning.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Take Learning Outside: Connecting Education with Nature.
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Outdoor learning fosters a deeper connection to the world, promotes physical activity, and provides a unique, enriching way to engage with the curriculum.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Let It Breathe: The Case for Slow Schooling.
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See how slowing down the pace in schools could help students develop craftsmanship, sustain attention & reflection, & build more skills, wisdom & judgment.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Soft Start, Strong Solution: The Impact of the Morning Routine on School Attendance.
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A “Soft Start” before-school initiative helps elementary school students transition into the school day, reducing tardiness and chronic absenteeism.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Computational Thinking Deepens Literacy for Young Learners.
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See how computational thinking routines in elementary ELA deepens literacy practices for all students and is especially helpful for multilingual learners.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » From Prototype to Pilot: Is Your Change Idea Working?.
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Iteration, student voice, and meaningful measures can help schools know if their ideas to improve learning are making a difference for students.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Peer Learning Pods: Where Peer-to-Peer Learning Thrives.
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Learning pods encourage student-to-student interaction, with space for learners to exchange ideas, give & get feedback, tutor each other, & study together.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Voices Unlocked: Centering Youth Voice in Self-Contained Classrooms.
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See how students in self-contained classrooms can be seen, heard and empowered to lead through routines, curriculum, leadership roles and cultural shifts.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Why Listening to Students Matters More Than "Good Intentions".
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Explore how involving students in decision-making fosters a culture of participation, trust, and shared responsibility, leading to better outcomes for all.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » The Intersection of Discomfort, Safety, and Peace: A Journey of Growth.
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Discomfort is a necessary part of learning and growth, but it cannot be productive without a foundation of safety and a path toward peace.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Versatile Learning Spaces to Support Every Student.
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A flexible physical space allows learning to be personalized and differentiated, dynamically adapting to the diverse needs and talents of each student.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » What Schools Could Learn from In-N-Out Burger.
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In-N-Out’s leadership and culture offer schools educational improvement strategies to improve staff support, student satisfaction, and operational clarity.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » If Your Reform Doesn’t Show Up in the Learning Lives of Kids… Did It Ever Really Happen at All?.
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Educational reform succeeds when it reaches students—Sunnyside USD shows how coherence creates connected, student-centered classroom learning.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » The application is now open for New England high schools to visit innovative schools serving multilingual learners this fall.
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Apply by 8/15/2025 to explore innovative learning designed for multilingual learners and work on promising ideas to better serve MLLs in your high school.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Supporting Multilingual Learners in 2025 and Beyond: Finding the Balance between Rigor and Support.
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See how schools are balancing rigor and support for multilingual learners with culturally responsive teaching and equitable classroom practices.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » From Service Cliff to Launch Pad: Transitioning Forward Beyond Special Education.
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Rethink special education transition with strategies for building autonomy, life skills, and vocational readiness to prepare students for life beyond age…
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Informal Huddle Learning Spaces Increase Peer-to-Peer Learning and Reduce Stress.
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Learn how informal huddle learning spaces reduce stress and support peer collaboration through flexible seating, discussion, and student engagement.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » 7 School Design Principles for Education's Next Horizon.
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Learn how these seven school design principles prioritize relevance, flexibility, and student-centered learning to prepare learners for a changing world.
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Read what's new on the Next Gen Learning blog » Creating a Culture of Wellness Using School and District Leader Circles.
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School and district leader circles are helping shift education toward wellness-focused environments by modeling emotional well-being and community care.
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