https://wijnandbaretta.com/authors/horn-michael-b./Recent content in Horn, Michael B. on Wijnand Barettahttps://wijnandbaretta.com/images/og-default.pnghttps://wijnandbaretta.com/images/og-default.pngHugo -- 0.152.2enThu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/disrupting-class-expanded-edition-how-disruptive-innovation-will-change-the-way-the-world-learns/Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/disrupting-class-expanded-edition-how-disruptive-innovation-will-change-the-way-the-world-learns/<h1 id="disrupting-class-expanded-edition-how-disruptive-innovation-will-change-the-way-the-world-learns">Disrupting Class, Expanded Edition: How Disruptive Innovation Will Change the Way the World Learns</h1> <h2 id="summary">Summary</h2> <p>&ldquo;Disrupting Class&rdquo; explores how disruptive innovation—originally a business concept introduced by Clayton M. Christensen—can be applied to the education sector to improve learning outcomes. The book discusses how traditional educational systems are often resistant to change and frequently fail to meet the diverse learning needs of students. The authors argue for a shift towards student-centric learning, facilitated through technology and innovative teaching methods that cater to individual learning styles. They propose a model of personalized learning, driven by advancements in educational technologies and online learning platforms, which can enable more effective and equitable education.</p>https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/blended-using-disruptive-innovation-to-improve-schools/Thu, 30 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000https://wijnandbaretta.com/books/blended-using-disruptive-innovation-to-improve-schools/<h1 id="blended-using-disruptive-innovation-to-improve-schools">Blended: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools</h1> <h2 id="summary">Summary:</h2> <p>&ldquo;Blended: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools&rdquo; by Heather Staker and Michael B. Horn explores how innovative educational technologies can transform traditional schooling. The authors delve into the concept of blended learning, which combines traditional face-to-face instruction with online learning experiences. The book outlines various models of blended learning and provides a framework to help educators effectively implement these strategies in their schools. Staker and Horn emphasize the potential of disruptive innovation to create student-centered, personalized learning environments that can enhance educational outcomes and prepare students for the challenges of the modern world.</p>