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projected that there could be 70 million free agents by 2020

I think that the U.S. school system would benefit from a dual system in high school where young people who are interested in doing or making things with their hands, for instance, could have high quality vocational programs or schools that would equip them with the skills they need to find jobs or employ themselves.

First, curriculum in vocational schools was adjusted closer to the standards of academic high school.

Second, a significant proportion of vocational studies was shifted to real work places where students are able to learn in practice the knowledge and skills they need in their future jobs.

Just like a carpenter chooses the right tool for the job, our students should have the opportunity to choose the right technology for their needs.

three different classes and we clearly need three different devices for our students.

As I listened to the conversation this week it struck me how much we handcuff students and teachers when we tell them what technology they are required to use.

Let's be clear: Technology is never going to replace teachers. What technology can do is give teachers closer, more human and more rewarding interactions with their students.