Ben Kestner
Thoughts on Education
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Big Ideas Week 2011
3rd– 7th October 2011 Middle School In line with our new curriculum framework, students need to be given opportunities to find, explore and present real world issues. The Big ideas Week is integral to the new curriculum framework in that it allows a deep… Continue Reading “Big Ideas Week 2011”
Patricia Lynden
Here’s an article about the flautist Pat Lynden, who I studied with in London many years ago. Her way of teaching had a profound impact on the way I approach teaching. Here’s my blog post from a couple of years ago too, about unconditional… Continue Reading “Patricia Lynden”
21st Century Learning. Reaction to Andy Burnham’s Speech
Andy Burnham, MP is the Labour party Shadow Education Secretary. (UK) I would like to focus on some key points Andy Burnham made in his speech on 12th July entitled “21st Century Learning- What do young people need to succeed in the Modern World?”… Continue Reading “21st Century Learning. Reaction to Andy Burnham’s Speech”
Tedxkids Brussels Tomorrow!
Follow the Tedxkids Brussels event live all day on http://www.tedxkids.be Great line up. Also follow students blog: www.stjohnstedxkids.wordpress.com and twitter @stjohnstedxkids Tan Lee will be here.
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Here’s a blog created by some students in our middle school to generate excitement for the Tedx event to be held at our school on June 1st St. John’s Tedx blog Please comment!
TedxKids@brussels
Getting Ready for Tedxkids at St. John’s International School. If you are around on June the first book a ticket! http://www.tedxkids.be
Letter to Students from a Torn Teacher
“…………..When given opportunities for curiosity, fascination, and discovery, your insights amaze me. When I offer you occasions to be brave in thought and expression, I am impressed by your abilities. You are smart, and you know that you could never tell the world who… Continue Reading “Letter to Students from a Torn Teacher”
Tedxkids at St. John’s International School
Great Event held at St. John’s International School, Belgium. June 1st. Don’t miss it. TedxKids Brussels http://www.facebook.com/tedxkidsbrussels?sk=wall#!/tedxkidsbrussels
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