Grading

I read an article the other day about a school not allowing any student to receive a failing grade. Instead of getting an F they get an I (incomplete). They have extended time, etc. to turn late work in. I am kind of torn on this issue. I can see both sides. I am a big believer in RtI, but I also think the line has to be drawn somewhere. Your thoughts?

Leaders Fail

Bennis writes "Next-generation leaders will need to fail frequently. If leaders aren't failing enough, then they probably aren't stretching themselves enough." I'm not sure if I agree with the "frequently" part, but I do agree that failure can result in learning.

Global Village

Bennis says "Global leadership challenges include how to manage the inevitable cross-cultural differences that surface as employees with different cultural values and native tongues attempt to work closely together." Future leaders will need to know how to mesh with different cultures. Teaching 21st century skills like collaboration, communication, and relationship building will help the cause.