

S4 Ep. 1 | Why Reimagining Time Matters
19 snips Jan 5, 2024
Michael B. Horn, an education expert dedicated to transforming learning and time management in schools, discusses the significance of reimagining time in education. He argues for competency-based learning, emphasizing mastery over traditional seat time. The conversation also delves into the true meaning of rigor, analyzing the origins of the school calendar and its impact on equity. Horn shares innovative strategies for creating flexible learning environments, advocating for a personalized approach that better supports diverse student needs.
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Time's Importance
- Reimagining time is crucial in education, potentially the most important aspect.
- It allows educators more freedom in designing learning experiences.
Difficulty of Reimagining Time
- Reimagining time in education is difficult because it requires dismantling years of established processes and assumptions.
- These are often deeply ingrained and tied to time-based metrics.
Mastery-Based Learning
- Mastery-based learning (MBL) uses time as a variable, allowing students to progress at their own pace.
- This flips the traditional model where time is fixed and learning outcomes vary.