Dating back to the 1950s, these community-driven spaces are more than just play areas.
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Social Justice Pedagogy: Paulo Freire’s Legacy
Paulo Freire, a Brazilian educator whose life journey from poverty to scholarly greatness profoundly impacted education, left a legacy that still reverberates in today's classrooms. In this post, we delve into the life and research of this iconic figure, Paulo Freire, and explore how his educational theories can empower and engage young learners in modern primary classrooms.
Ivan Illich: A Revolutionary Thinker in Education
Ivan Illich and his radical ideas continue to be discussed in schools all around the world. Decentralised, child-centred approaches have been a trend for the last two decades. Community-based initiatives and project-based learning are a norm in today's education. With this article, you will learn a little more about Ivan Illich and his renowned approaches.
Communities of Practice: Empowering Educators
During the pandemic, my experience as a Year 1 teacher was greatly enriched thanks to the initiative led by Slough Borough Council's group manager for schools effectiveness. She organised a community of practice that brought together educators from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1) who were passionate about continuous provision and … Continue reading Communities of Practice: Empowering Educators
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