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title: Schools Alive with Transformational Learning
description: Getting Smart highlights INCubatoredu as a model for sparking curiosity through real-world entrepreneurial learning—where students gain confidence, skills.
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# [Schools Alive with Transformational Learning](https://www.unchartedlearning.org/newsroom/schools-alive-with-transformational-learning)

 Written by [Tom Vander Ark](https://www.unchartedlearning.org/newsroom/author/tom-vander-ark) | 05.21.25

The ISTE+ASCD [Transformational Learning Principles](https://iste.ascd.org/hubfs/TLP.pdf?hsCtaAttrib=170909226641) are a set of evidence-based practices that highlight the most essential elements of effective learning. Organized in three categories—Nurture, Empower and Guide—the Principles are aligned with [Getting Smart Design Principles](https://www.gettingsmart.com/2024/08/13/here-are-our-design-principles-what-do-you-think/) (accessible, personalized, purposeful, joyful, authentic, challenging) and present a fresh, whole-child and design framework. 

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