Want Change In Education? Look Beyond The Usual Suspects (Like Finland)

Submitted by Judy Hanning on Thu, 2017-11-09 17:00

This article explores different education methods used in schools around the world which have been proven to be successful.

On the outskirts of Tokyo, a kindergarten is built more like a giant playground. There is a circular park on the roof. You can reach classrooms by climbing a tree.
~ National Public Radio

Key Takeaways:

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There is always talk about a change in the education system but if you want to change, you have to look at different places than what we currently focus on.
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The issue is that not enough children are learning the basics and the other issue is that the basics are no longer enough in education.
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The key to any learning structure is creativity and collaboration.
Read the full article here:
http://www.readingrockets.org/news/want-change-education-look-beyond-usual-suspects-finland