This blog examines 1) the role of technology in K-12 education for instructional, operational, and strategic purposes and 2) the importance of effectively managing change in any innovation process. Views expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of the University of Chicago or the Center for Urban School Improvement.

Friday, March 09, 2007

Map of Future Forces Affecting Education

This collaborative effort between the KnowledgeWorks Foundation and the Institute for the Future examines 6 change drivers and their impact on family and community, markets, institutions, educator and learning, and tools and practices.

The 6 change drivers they identify are:
1. Grassroots economics
2. Smart networking
3. Strong opinions, strongly held
4. Sick herd,
5. Urban wilderness
6. The end of cyberspace


Both the content and execution of the map are thought provoking: View the map