Monthly Archives: November 2011

From problem solvers to problem finders

TEDxKids Sunderland

From Ewan McIntosh: My students explore the themes upon which our planet really depends, immerse themselves in the ideas, find the problems they feel are worth solving, and then try them out in a prototype. | Read more.

In: Creativity, England/Scotland/Wales, Noted, Self-directed learning, Whole education

Peter Benson on Sparks: How youth thrive

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This entry is part 6 of 6 in the series Favorite video talks

From YouTube: ‘Every teenager has a spark — something inside that is good, beautiful, and useful to the world. Sparks illuminate a young person’s life and give it meaning and purpose… ‘Just ask a teen: “Tell me what it is about you that gives you joy and energy? What’s going on in those moments when life … | Read more.

In: Noted, Video/audio
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