The new school year is beginning, and so I'm returning to my world of public education that I consciously take a break from during the summer. Other than showing the film Education, Inc, to a small audience who finally "got it" ("it" being what I so often rant and opine on,) I've steered clear of most reading and conversations related to education for the past 8 weeks.
But then I came across another brilliant piece by UNH professor Thomas Newkirk. This time on what reformers have labeled "Competency-Based Education." Who can argue with anything that seeks to make kids competent?
I encourage all to read to find out more.
