4: What does content look like?

The data set included a number of entities exploring the redefinition of the content of learning. The five examples below show different ways entities are supporting interactions with the "what" of learning. They range from substantial reimagination of curriculum, to new innovative, open tools for improving specific skills, to entities opening up opportunities to new classes, to those integrating traditional disciplinary content into real-world learning.

We'd note the dataset contained many more entities producing tools and resources aimed at personalization, acceleration of learning, and supplemental supports that are organized around current content and curricular assumptions. In the learning supports segment (30% of all entities), nearly 70% could be considered as operating in the current horizon. This makes sense given the nature of district demand as well as the fact that venture investment funding models for products incentivize scale within traditional paradigms. While some entities are working to expand the range of content and experiences produced, these are often offered on top of or outside of traditional schools as a wraparound program or supplement. It's also worth considering concerns entities may have about how well the sector is able to execute new content approaches. Improving the quality and consistency of learning experiences through shared aligned materials, tools, and infrastructure was the top-cited priority in our qualitative survey.

(Note: these examples are illustrative and intended to reflect a diverse array of theories, approaches, and stakeholders, including less well-known or emerging initiatives. We also attempted to avoid duplication across categories.)