This article links to a study (33 page PDF), authored by the Economist and sponsored by Microsoft, reports that "survey respondents agree, by wide margins, that the purpose of education must shift to helping students know how to collect, interpret and apply information, rather than just learning it." It also says "A majority (60%) think new teachers will increase the use of technology by 2030." Yet, the study argues, "teachers are not being equipped with the skills and tools they need to deliver a next-generation education agenda—and optimism may be fading on the job." It suggests "training should embody the dynamic learning environments reformers want to see in schools" and supports "meritocratic career progression, better salaries, more effective teacher evaluation and career-long support of the workforce" (I can't guarantee the direct PDF link; I had to go through a spamwall to get to it).
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