Bellwether Report: Strengthening Demand for Innovation in Education

So often we see policy papers focused on the supply side of educational innovation. What systems need to get built? What new technology needs to be adapted for educational use? I'm thrilled to see a careful study of what needs to happen on the demand side of the innovation equation. How do the "users" or "customers" shape an innovative marketplace? We who teach in or run schools and networks have a tremendous influence on how suppliers size up and seize market opportunities in the next 10 years. In fact, every parent both as a customer and as a voter will influence what innovations take root both by creating smart demand and by helping shift the political landscape in ways that are favorable to high quality innovations. Kim Smith and Julie Petersen of Bellwether have published a report that is worth reading and more importantly acting on. Check it out!

http://bellwethereducation.org/pull-and-push/