The Global Search for Education: The Holistic Approach
There are now numerous studies which point to the fact that world-ready kids will require a holistic education. Knowledge, Skills, Attitudes and Values are all important when we talk about creating a holistic approach to learning. Quality schools with plenty of resources are creating frameworks needed to ensure kids are successful but it is often in the most vulnerable situations that communities are unable to focus on strengthening...
Around the World in 30 Days – August 2017
C. M. Rubin’s Monthly Global Education Report If the world’s teachers were calling the shots on content in curriculum, what would they change? This month our world-renowned educators had their say. “Yes, the world is changing. I would say shrinking day by day,” writes teacher Rashmi Kathuria from India, who believes “the entire education system needs revamping. We need to develop a generation of critical thinkers, collaborators,...
The Global Search for Education: Will Singapore Continue to Lead in 2030?
“We are putting in more efforts to emphasize values inculcation, lifelong learning, holistic education and 21st century skills. We hope to encourage joyful learning and help our students develop resilience and an entrepreneurial spirit.” — Pak Tee Ng Singapore has been well publicized as one of the most highly regarded education systems in the world. But does that acclaim exist mainly because of the country’s consistent high placement...
The Global Search for Education: More From Singapore
“I think our key strategy to engage students in learning is to have good teachers, those who understand their students, tailor teaching strategies according to their students’ profile, and make lessons interesting.” — Dr. Pak Tee Ng Singapore is recognized globally as a high-performing education system. Singapore students fared very well in the 2009 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA)....
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