World Class Learners could be a good read for educators and parents who are interested in fostering creativity, independence and entrepreneurship in their students. It offers actionable insights on how to help students become resourceful, flexible and independent thinkers who are able to succeed in a global economy that is constantly changing. Yong Zhao's book provides practical strategies for fostering student autonomy and leadership, developing global partnerships and resources, and championing inventive learners with the resources they need to succeed.

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In the new global economy, the jobs that exist now might not exist by the time today's students enter the workplace. To succeed in this ever-changing world, students need to be able to think like entrepreneurs: resourceful, flexible, creative, and global.



Researcher and Professor Yong Zhao unlocks the secrets to cultivating independent thinkers who are willing and able to use their learning differently to create jobs and contribute positively to the globalized society. World Class Learners presents concepts that teachers, administrators and even parents can implement immediately, including how to:





Understand the entrepreneurial spirit and harness it


Foster student autonomy and leadership


Champion inventive learners with necessary resources


Develop global partners and resources


With the liberty to make meaningful decisions and explore nontraditional learning opportunities, today's students will develop into tomorrow's global entrepreneurs.

Author: Yong Zhao
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 288
Publisher: SAGE Publications Inc
Publication Date: 27 Sep 2012

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