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“Buildings don’t make a school – the school community does (the support of staff, students, parents, local community)” ~ Jamie Portman
Archive for the ‘Education’ Category
Clarifying where I stand on ‘Kony 2012′
I have posted and tweeted a lot about ‘Kony 2012′ today and felt that it would be pertinent to provide an overview of where I stand. I am neither for or against ‘Kony 2012′. I am however, fascinated by the way the video has gone viral, turning into a living, breathing ‘Internet Meme’. I am [...]
Reflective Professional Development: A Literature Review
Yesterday I submitted my latest M.Ed assignment: RPD: Literature Review [Google Doc] It is part of a Reflective Professional Development module. We were required to submit: “A literature review of 3 – 5 books, articles or papers which have influenced your practice or understanding and have helped to shape you as a professional.” Each of the texts [...]
Sir Ken Robinson: Leading a Learning Revolution
Closing LWF12, Sir Ken Robinson did much more than draw together the various themes and ideas from the conference. Instead, he used his closing talk to discuss the “revolution” he believes is needed (and is already happening) in education. Echoing the conclusions of his 2006 TED Talk and purpose of his 2010 TED Talk, he referred [...]
[#ukedchat] Are schools (as physical spaces) necessary to facilitate learning in the 21st century?
Next Thursday I will be hosting #ukedchat for the second time. I have selected a challenging and contentious question: “Are schools (as physical spaces) necessary to facilitate learning in the 21st century?” It is prompted by my feelings with regard to the current state of education in the UK. It is my contention that the [...]