The Covid-19 pandemic has led many of us to re-imagine what ‘normal’ life can look like. In this article, Peter Hyman argues that the things we have learnt during lockdown can help us shape a better education system in the future. He addresses the limitations of our current structure, with four key points for change.…
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Today we’re bringing you an interesting initiative from an Ontario school board. Recognising the importance of empowerment, teachers there have placed more leadership in students’ hands in the classrooms. We’re excited to see how self-directed learning helps education flourish. We live in a time of change. In fact, rapid developments can be seen in just…
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At the Institute of Imagination (iOi), we are often asked what the difference is between imagination and creativity. We answer by referencing our Institute of Imagination champion Sir Ken Robinson’s definition: creativity is the application of imagination. Is There A Difference Between Imagination And Creativity? Through imagination we can step outside of our current context, revisit…
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From Lego bricks to light bulbs to pianos made from bananas it’s official – we love makerspaces. Check out these cool ideas for inspiration and come and see us at the Mega Maker Lab this summer do some making of your own! A makerspace is a place where people work on projects, network and ultimately,…
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At iOi and IM, we’re big advocates of expanding the scope and remit of learning and play. It’s easy to fall into the routine of seeing the two as distinct; a separation we often carry into adulthood. Here are some practical tips from EdSurge for increasing engagement by bringing the playground into the classroom and…
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HundrED are a Helsinki-based organisation that we’ve written about before, working to innovate in education and schools. Here, Education Week visited their Innovation Summit and spoke to students about some of the projects honoured by HundrED. It’s of upmost importance to involve and understand the opinions of those these innovations are created for. Especially when…
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New year, new thinking? Time for an interesting read from NPR on personalised learning. Controversial for some, revolutionary for others, it’s about students determining their experience. However, whether it’s the future of learning or not, it leaves some questions unanswered. See what you make of the debate. Personalised learning is based on going at your own…
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A lovely article from Nathan Dunne of The Guardian, showing us how understanding others can be a pretty basic art. With screens and space removing us from each other, something as simple as life drawing connects us. An intimate study of an unknown body reminds us of our own memories and feelings, and that others…
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While making is enjoying a space in the limelight against the distant nature of the digital, its work isn’t done. This article from The New York Times looks at the importance of making as more than a hobby. Learning to get creative in the classroom is essential to solving real world problems. Creating in the…
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