Students Speak Out: What is Achievement?

Teens chose to explore: If we want real innovation in K-12 public education, should we broaden our definition of student achievement?

This project will culminate with a final report circulated nationally to people making key decisions about the future of K-12.

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This project is facilitated by Kim and Lindsey, Brett and Nora! Say hi if you see us around!

Thank you for your insights into the question of whether or not we should broaden the definition of achievement. We've learned so much from all of you!

We are still completing a paper that will communicate your ideas and be circulated nationwide. We'll email members of this project when it is complete.

Below is a list of the discussions that took place on this site, between adult guests and student commentators in summer 2011.

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  Week 1: What does "achievement" mean to you?
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  Week 2: Should students' capacity for self-learning from the Web affect the definition of student achievement?
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  Week 3: In the name of maximizing teens’ energy and talent, might it be time to end the concept of “adolescence”?
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  Week 4: Should learning your aptitudes be part of school? How might this influence your school, work, and life achievement?
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  Week 5: What do YOU think should be the kind of math competence we require students to learn? And, is it important for students to see the relevance of math to jobs and everyday life?
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  Week 6: Should we offer different types of specialized high school diplomas for different students?
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  Week 7: Should we focus on the gap in achievement? Or the gap in opportunity?
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  Week 8: Is there more than one pathway to prosperity?
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  Week 9: Should we broaden the definition of student achievement?
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