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EdLeader21 gratefully acknowledges the support of The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Foundation. Check out this new initiative by Ken Kay on 21st Century schools. A new PLC of educators committed to the idea of creating schools for the future.

An interesting website that illustrates how some organizations are thinking about and planning for the 21st Century.

Join me for a one or two- day workshop on Whole Brain Thinking: Cultivate 21st Century Creativity and Leadership at Royal Roads University, Victoria, BC Wednesday & Thursday, November 30 - December 1, 2011 or Thursday, May 31 or Thursday & Friday, May 31 - June 1, 2012 Times: 9 am - 5 pm Cost: One day $225 or Two days $350 (both are tax exempt) Recent surveys indicate skills in critical thinking, creativity, communication, collaboration and innovation are crucial for achieving success in a global economy.

From outside the US, but this article (and its link to its opposing article) does lay out one aspect of the mathematics debate that has been raging in the US for decades

Check out this reference or resource for ideas on professional development

NC is ahead of the game trying to develop schools that meet the needs of our 21st C workplace, as well as the needs of students. They are supporting STEM education and partnerships with local universities, Greensboro and Raleigh.