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Opinion Piece I’ve recently been talking a lot with educators about the potential to improve, and I get confronted almost exclusively with the following responses; “that’s lovely but idealistic” “that would never work in our setting” “we haven’t got the time/capacity/resources” or worst of all; “they don’t pay me to do that” I get it,…
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Developing leaders and managers who are new to their roles is of paramount importance in fostering organisational success and employee well-being. Effective leadership and management play a pivotal role in shaping the workplace culture, driving productivity, and ensuring a positive working environment. This process of development is not only beneficial for the individuals in leadership…
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The role of the instructor is crucial; it is your job to create the thread that links up the skills, experiences and processes that help form a strong and well-functioning team. However, you do this by stepping back. It is critical that the team is able to feel unified throughout the process of forming and…
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Introduction: The Nolan Principles refer to a set of principles that form the basis of ethical standards and conduct for individuals in public service. They were developed in the United Kingdom and are named after Lord Nolan, who chaired the Committee on Standards in Public Life that proposed them. The Committee was established in 1994…
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There is increasing demand for outdoor education and for Teambuilding as part of any curriculum or job. Employers are verbalising a need in potential recruits for more employability skills and have identified that these are being delivered through outdoor education and Teambuilding programmes. Fantastic! But is this the answer to all employers’ prayers? Well, this…
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At first glance this may appear to be only attributable to teaching professionals, but teaching is something we all do all the time, when you counsel friends, talk to your children, or discuss with family among many other instances. Being a good teacher comes down to effective communication, being an outstanding teacher requires responsive communication…
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“The Heart of Education: Unveiling the Purpose Beyond Philosophy” Introduction Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast, where we shift our gaze from philosophical debates to the tangible perspectives of educators. We posed a fundamental question to our network of diverse educators: “What’s the point of education anyway?” The responses, spanning various backgrounds, shed…
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Understanding the Curriculum Before we dissect the issues, it’s crucial to distinguish between the national curriculum and the curriculum implemented by individual settings. The former, designed to disseminate knowledge, faces criticism for its inability to meet the needs of the evolving workforce. Here are some key reasons why the national curriculum falls short: Issues within…
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In today’s complex and rapidly changing world, traditional hierarchical structures and command-and-control management approaches may no longer be effective. The team of teams approach, popularised by General Stanley McChrystal, offers a compelling alternative for organisations seeking to adapt and thrive in dynamic environments. This blog post explores how the team of teams approach can be…
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Unveiling the Philosophical Foundations of Education: A Constructivist Paradigm Education is a multifaceted construct, and its purpose has been shaped by various philosophical perspectives throughout history. By delving into first principles and addressing fundamental questions, we can uncover the philosophical constructs that underpin our education systems. This blog post explores the utilitarian objectives of education,…
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So what does constructivism offer that makes it so powerful for learning? It is a philosophy that says that knowledge is given meaning through the contextualisation of each persons experience. How we experience what we learn is the key to how we understand it. It is obvious when you think about this that it is…
Shevek Pring 