The podcast episode "New Hampshire Unbundled" explores how New Hampshire has become a leader in unbundled and competency-based learning, offering students personalized educational pathways that extend beyond traditional school environments. By embracing initiatives like the Virtual Learning Academy Charter School (VLACS) and Learn Everywhere, the state provides learners with opportunities to earn credits through real-world experiences, ranging from internships to independent projects, thus fostering a learning ecosystem that is adaptable to individual student needs and aspirations. The discussion highlights the importance of flexible learning models that prioritize student engagement and mastery over seat time, and it emphasizes the critical role of policy and technology in expanding access to diverse educational opportunities. Through these innovative approaches, New Hampshire is paving the way for a future-ready education system that prepares students for success in an ever-evolving world.

Outline

• ​​(00:00) Introduction to Unbundled Learning
• (03:17) Personal Stories of Impactful Learning
• (06:39) Innovative Education Policies in New Hampshire
• (21:02) Opportunities for Growth and Education Reform
• (23:12) Challenges and Barriers to Educational Innovation
• (30:21) Future Directions and Student-Centered Approaches

Links

• Watch the full video
• Read the full blog here
• Partnership to Advance Youth Apprenticeship
• Learn Everywhere
• New Hampshire Learning Initiative
• Portrait of a NH Learner
• Virtual Learning Academy Charter School