We are going to discuss Connected Learning through the following talking points of economical, social, technological trends and the challenges they pose to the transformation of our current educational system. Learning is meaningful when it is part of valued relationships, shared practice, culture, and identity. Young people need connection and translation between in-school and out-of-school learning. We can engage students to help effectively shape their learning experiences, with the concepts of Connected Learning and Design thinking in mind, and we can mindfully make progressive actions towards constructing a new pathway for educational purposes.