In the 2014 K-12 Horizon Report, creating authentic learning opportunities was identified as a solvable challenge; those that we understand and know how to solve.

Authentic learning allows students to focus on real-world, complex problems and solution. In this 40 minute video Karen Bonanno explores 18 innovative learning activities that help to engage students in everyday, real-world environments where they can learn informally about the world they live in. The content for this video is inspired by MrHooker’s post on 21 things every 21st century teacher should do this year.