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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

Ken Robinson on passionate learning

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From the Burlington Free Press – 9/23/2011 [Sir Ken Robinson's] early career focused on bringing more arts education into British schools and from there he became an internationally known authority on the value and power of creativity. He’s advised governments around the world on arts education and innovation… Robinson challenged the audience to create schools … | Read more.

In: Noted, Transformation
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    • User AvatarJay Collier Yes, Daniel. I concur. It is interesting that, as I have benefitted from the increasing power of digital processing and the Internet over the years,... – Apr 01, 2:45 PM
    • User AvatarDaniel hi jay i think we’ve become too dependent on the digital world (computers, the internet, digital gadgets, etc) to do things for us that we... – Apr 01, 1:53 PM
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