The "interdependence" of the current school system—where everything from bus schedules to standardized tests is linked—makes it resistant to change. Disruption usually happens from the outside or in "non-consumption" areas (places where the alternative is nothing at all, like home-schooling or remote rural areas). The Bottom Line
Disrupting Class isn't just about putting more iPads in schools; it’s about a fundamental shift in . By leveraging technology to match how children actually learn, we can move from a system that sorts students to a system that cultivates them. Disrupting Class: How Disruptive Innovation Wil...
High-quality, interactive software can provide immediate feedback, something a single teacher with 30 students simply cannot do. By leveraging technology to match how children actually
Student-centric learning enabled by technology allows for modular, customized instruction that adapts to individual needs. 2. What Exactly is "Disruptive Innovation"? interactive software can provide immediate feedback
In the landscape of modern education, few books have sparked as much debate as by Clayton Christensen, Michael B. Horn, and Curtis W. Johnson. The authors apply the theory of "disruptive innovation"—originally used to explain business shifts—to the failing structures of our school systems. 1. The End of "One Size Fits All"
Monolithic instruction leaves behind those who struggle and bores those who are ahead.
In this context, disruption doesn't mean "chaos." It refers to a process where a product or service starts at the bottom of a market and eventually displaces established competitors.