For the Press
The "Linked Learning" Name
Linked Learning is the new name for the educational approach formerly known in California as "multiple pathways." After extensive public opinion research, the schools and organizations implementing this approach selected the Linked Learning name to more clearly convey its unique benefits to students, educators, parents and policymakers. Read More.
Background information, details, and analyses are available here for members of the media and other interested individuals. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view the following documents.
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Information on ConnectEd and Linked Learning
- ConnectEd Fact Sheet (PDF, 134KB)
- ConnectEd Staff Bios
- Fact Sheet on Linked Learning (PDF, 128KB)
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Videos on Linked Learning including student profiles, teacher, industry, and policymaker interviews on Linked Learning
- Fact Sheet on California Linked Learning District Initiative (PDF, 72KB)
- ConnectEd eNews
Evidence Supporting Linked Learning
- Quantitative Evidence Supporting Linked Learning (PDF, 266KB)
- Evidence from California Partnership Academies: One Model of Pathways (PDF, 231KB)
- Student Poll Analysis (PDF, 74KB)
Press Releases
$11.3 Million Awarded to Expand High School Pathway Programs in 10 California School Districts
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Ten California School Districts Awarded $1.25 Million in Planning Grants to Expand High School Pathways
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Surprising “Multiple Pathways” Coalition Launches to Improve California High Schools
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Contact Information
Reporters interested in more information about ConnectEd, Linked Learning, high school improvement issues, or other education issues please contact:
Carol Studier
Communications Director
ConnectEd: The California Center for College and Career
CStudier@ConnectEdCalifornia.org
Phone: 510.849.4945 x230
