Envisioning the Graduate of the Future from edX

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What you'll learn

What a graduate profile is and the benefits of creating one
A better understanding of your own school context through a reflection and discovery process
How a graduate profile design process can engage a community in reflecting on and communicating the purpose of secondary school and establishing a cohesive vision
Process and tools for designing a graduate profile that reflects the values of multiple stakeholders
How a graduate profile can guide continuous school improvement

What's inside

Learning objectives

What a graduate profile is and the benefits of creating one
A better understanding of your own school context through a reflection and discovery process
How a graduate profile design process can engage a community in reflecting on and communicating the purpose of secondary school and establishing a cohesive vision

Process and tools for designing a graduate profile that reflects the values of multiple stakeholders
How a graduate profile can guide continuous school improvement

What a graduate profile is and the benefits of creating one
A better understanding of your own school context through a reflection and discovery process
How a graduate profile design process can engage a community in reflecting on and communicating the purpose of secondary school and establishing a cohesive vision
Process and tools for designing a graduate profile that reflects the values of multiple stakeholders
How a graduate profile can guide continuous school improvement

Syllabus

Part 1: Reflecting on High SchoolInspired by voices from MIT and secondary schools, learners will reflect on what they feel is the purpose of secondary school. They will make a plan to gather information about what others in their community feel is the purpose of secondary school and what graduates should know and be able to do. They will understand why the graduate profile is a useful tool for reflection and communication. Part 2: The Graduate Profile ProcessLearners will gain familiarity with what the process of developing a graduate profile looks like. They will take some initial steps in the process and make a plan for future steps.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores the important questions of educational purpose to guide strategic development in schools

Teaches the methodology of graduate profile development through reflective and community-based processes

Develops strategies and tools for engaging a community in the development of a graduate profile

Taught by instructors from MIT Teaching Systems Lab, who are recognized for their work in secondary school education

Examines the role of a graduate profile in continuous school improvement, supporting educators in creating a cohesive vision for student success

Career center

Learners who complete Envisioning the Graduate of the Future will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

School Principal

As a School Principal, you are responsible for leading and managing a school to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective leader, including how to create a vision for your school, develop and implement policies, and manage staff and students. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to engage with the community and build partnerships to support student success.

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Curriculum Developer

Curriculum Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating curriculum for schools and other educational institutions. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Curriculum Developer, including how to identify learning objectives, develop instructional materials, and assess student learning. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to work with teachers and other stakeholders to ensure that the curriculum is aligned with the needs of students.

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Education Policy Analyst

Education Policy Analysts are responsible for researching, analyzing, and developing policies that affect education. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Education Policy Analyst, including how to conduct research, analyze data, and write policy briefs. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to engage with policymakers and other stakeholders to advocate for policies that support student success.

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Instructional Coach

Instructional Coaches work with teachers to improve their teaching practices and student learning. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Instructional Coach, including how to provide feedback, model effective teaching practices, and help teachers develop professional growth plans. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to build relationships with teachers and other stakeholders to create a supportive learning environment.

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School Counselor

School Counselors provide academic, social, and emotional support to students. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective School Counselor, including how to provide individual and group counseling, develop and implement prevention programs, and collaborate with teachers and other stakeholders to support student success.

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Teacher

Teachers are responsible for educating students in a variety of subjects. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Teacher, including how to plan and deliver instruction, assess student learning, and create a positive learning environment. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to work with students, parents, and other stakeholders to support student success.

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Educational Researcher

Educational Researchers conduct research to improve education policy and practice. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Educational Researcher, including how to design and conduct research studies, analyze data, and write research reports. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to disseminate your research findings to policymakers and other stakeholders.

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Education Administrator

Education Administrators are responsible for managing and overseeing schools and other educational institutions. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Education Administrator, including how to develop and implement policies, manage staff and students, and allocate resources. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to work with the community and other stakeholders to support student success.

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Education Consultant

Education Consultants provide advice and support to schools and other educational institutions. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Education Consultant, including how to conduct needs assessments, develop and implement improvement plans, and provide professional development to educators. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to build relationships with clients and other stakeholders to support student success.

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Education Lobbyist

Education Lobbyists advocate for policies that support education. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Education Lobbyist, including how to research and analyze legislation, build relationships with policymakers, and develop and implement advocacy campaigns. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to work with the media and other stakeholders to raise awareness of education issues.

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Education Journalist

Education Journalists report on education issues for newspapers, magazines, and other media outlets. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Education Journalist, including how to research and write news stories, interview sources, and analyze data. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to build relationships with educators and other stakeholders to gain access to information and insights.

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Education Lawyer

Education Lawyers represent clients in legal cases involving education issues. This course can help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective Education Lawyer, including how to research and analyze legal precedents, draft legal documents, and advocate for clients in court. Additionally, the course can help you learn how to work with educators and other stakeholders to resolve legal disputes.

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