Teaching+T: Experiments In Ed

In an era where the landscape of technology is in exponential flux, and hierarchical systems are giving rise to horizontal collaborations, critical thinking and fluency across disciplines have become increasingly relevant. The stories below experiment with modes of learning for our ever-evolving times. --Daniela

Sparking Curiosity, Embracing Uncertainty

"If [students are] learning in an environment where ambiguity is welcome and they are encouraged to question facts-- then they are more apt to be curious and innovative in their thinking." Linda Flanagan investigates teaching students how to embrace uncertainty. Read Full Story »

8 Professors, 43 Students

Southern Utah University goes all in with an experiment to redesign its General Education, combining 13 courses into one year of material that eight professors jointly teach. Read Full Story »

On Innovation and Failure

"We teach students how to get through uncomfortable moments so that they can actually get to really new places." Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)'s newest president, Rosanne Somerson, shares insights on creativity, disruption, and human-centered design. Read Full Story »

'Be The Change' Idea

Question the world around you and your students. Initiate an activity or discussion that challenges why something is the way it is.