21st Century Test Taking...

Here's an article that's sure to raise some eyebrows, but I agree with the need to move testing into the 21st century too! Check out the article at http://www.districtadministration.com/viewarticle.aspx?articleid=1199.

I attended a conference in Boston this summer where several international educators told how texts, notebooks, computers, and other student-created materials are expected at their national exams! Why limit the students to a relatively small body of knowledge that can be memorized and spit back on a test?

Would Pink agree? Is Souderton ready for this? What do you think??

Getting Pink: Applications & Implications

Now that we've had some time to read through particular sections I'd like to hear about the "bigger picture" of how this book has influenced your thinking.

Here are a few (example) questions that you might respond to: How will AWNM change the way you approach your job this year? What aspect of Pink's discussion is most on-target with your thinking? Pick a point and expand on it, (ie. brain-based issues, MBA vs MFA, Asia, automation, design, empathy, play, story, etc.)

I'm anxious to hear what you're thinking....Dave

PS - Welcome Gail Ryan to the blog. Seems likes lots of SASD folk are reading Pink this summer! I've sent her invitation, and I'm sure she'll be joining the conversation soon....