In these times of debate about learning, curriculm and structures of schools, this article gives a fresh perspective from an international perspective.

by Will Richardson and Bruce Dixon 

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The 10 Principles of Modern Schools

1. Have clearly articulated and shared beliefs about learning that are lived in every classroom.

2. Live a mission and a vision deeply informed by new contexts for learning.

3. Have cultures where personal, self-determined learning is at the center of student and teacher work.

4. See curriculum as something that is co-constructed to meet the needs and interests of the child.

5. Embrace and emphasize real-world application and presentation to real audiences as assessment for learning.

6. See transparency and sharing as fundamental to a powerful learning environment.

7. Use technology first and foremost as an amplifier for learning, creating, making, connecting, communicating, collaborating, and problem solving.

8. Develop and communicate in powerful ways new stories of learning, teaching, and modern contexts for schooling.

9. Encourage community wide participation in the equitable, effective education of children.

10. Embrace and anticipate constant change and evolution.