Edutopia
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| Type | Non-Profit Organization |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Marin County, California |
| Products | Edutopia.org |
| Website | www.edutopia.org |
Edutopia is a Web site published by The George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF). Founded in 1991 by filmmaker George Lucas and venture capitalist Steve Arnold, the Foundation celebrates and encourages innovation in K-12 schools[1] [2] [3] [4].
Edutopia's editorial agenda is based on documenting, disseminating and advocating solutions related to six core learning strategies.[5] [6].
- Project-based Learning
- Integrated Studies
- Comprehensive Assessment
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Technology Integration
- Teacher Development
[edit] References
- ^ *"Like Aristotle With a Light Saber, Lucas Urges Hands-On Learning," New York Times, August 31, 2005
- ^ *"George Lucas Takes on Education," CNN, May 13, 2011
- ^ *"George Lucas On The Best Fix For K-12 Education," Forbes September 21, 2011
- ^ *"How George Lucas is a Teacher," Oprah's Next Chapter January 22, 2012
- ^ *"Edutopian Vision," Education Next, Summer 2010
- ^ *"George Lucas Wants More “Greek Philosophers and Cobblers” Wall Street Journal Advertising Section 2009
[edit] External links
- Edutopia Official Site
- Edutopia on Facebook
- Edutopia on Twitter
- "News19 Teams Up with Edutopia," WLTX, 5/4/2010
- Edutopia: Students learn through a global culture
- Edutopia Magazine to Make Shift to Online Only
- "George Lucas Talks Tech in the Classroom," Star Wars Blog, September 19, 2007
- Pondiscio, Robert. "Edutopian Vision," Education Next, Summer 2010
