Schools in America have embraced standardized testing as the only legitimate measure of success. We know it doesn’t work well and, at its worst, kills the love of learning innate in every child. We value what we measure, so what comes when we decide to measure love of learning or student engagement? What happens when we treat students as partners instead of experimental subjects as we look for the best possible outcomes in education?

Since 1980, Robert D. Brisk has been passionate about changing the world of education. Rob serves as the Head of The Wellington School, an independent school for students in preschool through grade 12. Wellington under Rob’s leadership has developed and commercialized educational technology focused on student engagement and has been named a top workplace in Columbus 4 years running.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx