NAIS 20/20 Challenge

NAIS 20/20 CHALLENGE

There is a lot of controversy about whether the time is here to fully integrate technology in education, there are discussions about the different implications and there is a lot of research being done. Slowly, but surely, teachers are experimenting with different programs, applications, BYOD, etc.

But there is no doubt about one thing; the time has come for global cooperation in education. The world has become a smaller place and communication infrastructure is available to everyone.

People who are involved in education have certain common characteristics; one of them is the enthusiasm for sharing, and sharing has become a lot easier, there is really no excuse for us as teachers to not be up to date with what’s being done in other parts of the world, and to make sure our students are getting the absolute best opportunities and resources.

The National Association of Independent Schools is providing a wonderful platform for collaboration in the solution of 20 problems that affect all of us in every country.

Teachers and students in all levels of basic education find in this challenge presented by NAIS an amazing opportunity to show their ideas, and to explore the experiences from classroom in different corners of the globe.

Being a part of this challenge will give students the chance to achieve all the aspects of authentic learning, according to educatorstechnology.com

1-Real-world

2- Ill-defined problem
3- Sustained investigation

4-Multiple sources and perspectives
5-Collaboration
6-Reflection (metacognition
7-Interdisciplinary perspective
8-Integrated assessment

9- Polished products

10-Multiple interpretations and outcomes

In my opinion this list covers all that we as teachers try to convey to our students.

So, go ahead, accept the challenge, embrace cooperation, and help your students become world citizens!