

Who You Know
Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students' Networks
Author: Julia Freeland Fisher, Daniel Fisher, Clayton M. Christensen
Narrator: Heather Costa
Unabridged: 5 hr 39 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Ascent Audio
Published: 02/05/2019
Categories: Nonfiction, Education, Teaching, Psychology, Interpersonal Relations
Synopsis
Discussions about inequality often focus on achievement gaps. But opportunity is about more than just test scores. Opportunity gaps are a function of not just what students know, but who they know. This book explores the central role that relationships play in young people's lives, and provides guidance for a path forward. Schools can:
● Integrate student support models that increase access to caring adults in students' lives
● Invest in learning models that strengthen teacher-student relationships
● Deploy emerging technologies that expand students' networks to experts and mentors from around world
Exploring the latest tools, data, and real-world examples, this book provides evidence-based guidance for educators looking to level the playing field and expert analysis on how policymakers and entrepreneurs can help.