231 - Today's topic is all about trends!

Today's topic is all about trends! Tom is flying solo this episode to outline 20 global trends that learning leaders need to consider. These trends are impacting not only elementary and secondary but higher education as well! This podcast summarizes a blog series Tom wrote in August in September (linked below) — so be sure to check out the blog series after you're done listening to today's episode! Buckle up and get ready for 20 trends in (approximately) 20 minutes! Key Takeaways: [:14] About today's episode! [1:06] Tom starts by highlighting four mega-trends that everybody should be considering: new goals, active learning strategies, competency-based progressions, and integrated services boosting learner success! [6:28] Tom highlights four emerging trends: contribution, immersive learning, success skills, and guidance. [12:20] Four trends influencing education: inclusion and equity, lifelong learning, quantified life, and mindfulness. [15:51] Four future trends: responsiveness, becoming lean, the social economy, and growth communities. [19:55] Tom speaks about the last important trend category: the climate crisis. [25:06] Tom closes out the podcast and asks school leaders, system...