What’s KICKin’

with Education by Fran Kick

Student Loans Worry Students, Families, and the Fed

In 2011, the outstanding balance on student loans ($870 billion) exceeded the outstanding balance on credit cards and auto loans. In 2021, it was about $1.7 trillion.

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Making school different or keep stealing dreams

Seth Godin book might challenge you to think about a different set of educational goals.

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Overreliance On Accountability Undermines Confidence

New research presents startling evidence critical for education as well as a number of other fields including philanthropy, government, business, and health care. While the report authors admit the results are suggestive, not definitive, the implications are undeniably massive.

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No Textbook Answers, No Waiting For Superman

https://vimeo.com/35957308The Kettering Foundation released the full-length web version of No Textbook Answer: Communities Confront the Achievement Gap. The film highlights eight communities who were tired of waiting for Superman and came together to make a difference.FYI: According to the Kettering Foundation, the

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Unplugged Students Stress Out?

They now call it NOMOPHOBIA or NO MObile PHone PhoBIA. But back in 2011, a Columbus Dispatch article by Kathy Lynn Gray described college students experiencing those “ancient” times with no phone.

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65% of college students have taken a course online

EDUCAUSE released a report and infographic developed with Peter Grunwald on College Student Technology Use and Attitudes.

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Where Kids Are Learning A Work Ethic

Eric Chester’s book Reviving Work Ethic shares his take on the pervasive “entitlement mentality” in today’s emerging workforce.

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$226,920.00 to Raise a Child (excluding college)

How much to raise a child today you ask? $226,920 to raise a child (excluding college) in 2010 and $233,610 in 2015.

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Dan Pink on the surprising science of motivation

In a world that seems to be carrot-and-sticking students, teachers, and employees more and more, Dan Pink makes a strong, science-based case that intrinsic motivation is being squelched with extrinsic rewards.

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I.O.U.S.A. For Decades To Come?

I.O.U.S.A. is a documentary film that every social studies class needs to cover. Afterall no child will be left behind in dealing with this mess, so perhaps we should seriously consider expanding the teaching of financial literacy and related civic activities for middle and high school students around the country.

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FRAN KICK works with corporate and education organizations, groups, and associations that want to develop better leaders and smarter followers for faster long-term results. As an author, educational consultant, and professional speaker, he always shares relevant research, real-world insights, and actionable ideas YOU can implement to motivate yourself. So you can Kick It In and Take the Lead at work, in school, at home, and in life!

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