Transform.Ed Briefing #31
Inside the briefing: Delve into understanding the complexities of the mind, honing problem-solving skills, and exploring the fascinating crossroads of neuroscience and education!
Last week, we asked our readers about the diverse ways through which they enhance cognitive development in classrooms. 67% answered that mixed learning styles is their go to strategy, while 33% said they used riddles, games, and puzzles to foster cognitive development.
These innovative pedagogical approaches that cater to diverse learning needs and incorporate brain-teasing activities, present us with a possibility to create meaningful experiences and enhance learning outcomes.
As we continue to shape the many futures of education, exploring the intersectional dimensions of cognitive science, especially neuroscience and education could help discover transformational insights to guide our teaching practices. If the latest insights from neuroscience are incorporated in education appropriately, they can revolutionize classroom instruction and learning experiences. However, if we succumb to neuromyths, we could possibly end up doing more harm than good!
Stuck between a mirage and a miracle or have overcome one of the many neuromyths? Share your thoughts and experiences with your global peers in the comments below or you could also join the Global Citizenship Foundation’s Educational Leadership Community, exclusively dedicated to educators worldwide. Engage in discussions with peers from across the world. If you haven't signed up yet, please contact us here.
With this carefully-curated edition of Transform.Ed Briefing, you can explore featured articles, stay informed about latest education policies, participate in our weekly poll, discover global events, indulge in a recommended movie, enhance your skills with professional development opportunities, enrich your knowledge with our book recommendations and stay on top of finding exciting job opportunities!
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In service of education and visionary education leaders,
— Aaryan Salman
Director-General
Global Citizenship Foundation
📄 Big Ideas
Discover thought-provoking insights from the .ed Magazine and around the web!
The Neuro-Science Behind How Cooperative Learning Augments Social-Emotional Learning Skills
By Dr. Judy Willis | .ed Magazine
Psychology, Education and Neuroscience (PEN) Principles
By The University of Queensland, Australia
🗳️Poll of the Week
Our weekly poll, designed to spark conversations on critical topics impacting you and education.
📜 The Policy Pulse
Stay informed about the latest developments in education policy with our curated selection of articles, policy briefs, or other valuable resources.
Mental Models: To Get Better at Problem-Solving
By World Economic Forum
🗓️ Global Events for Educators
Explore exciting upcoming events for educators worldwide.
Aug 15: Strengthening Social-Emotional Behavior Supports for All Students
(Free Entry) This is an Online Event hosted by edWebinar.
Aug 16: AI Panel of Voices
(Free Entry) This is an Online Event hosted by Pearson.
Aug 17: Global Citizenship Education: Student Voices, School Aims and Practices
(Free Entry) This is an Online Event hosted by the Social and Citizenship Education Association of Australia (SCEAA)
Oct 16-18: The Teaching Learning Coaching (TLC) Conference
(Paid Entry) This is a Hybrid Event hosted by Instructional Coaching Group in Orlando, Florida.
🎬 Lights, camera, education!
Enjoy a thought-provoking film recommendation.
The Mind, Explained
Ever wonder what's happening inside your head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works with this illuminating series.
💻 Courses & More
Enhance your skills and competencies with our handpicked courses and professional development opportunities.
Cognitive Development in Early Childhood
By Alison
📚 Must Read Book
Discover our featured book recommendation, carefully selected to inspire and empower education leaders.
The Invisible Classroom: Relationships, Neuroscience & Mindfulness in School (The Norton Series on the Social Neuroscience of Education)
By Kirke Olson
💼 Job Opportunities
Explore exciting career opportunities and openings in educational institutions and international organizations.
🇿🇦 Coding and Robotics and CLA - ISASA, Broadacres Academy, Sandton (Deadline: 15 Aug 2023)
🇬🇧 Assistant Professor (Education & Research), Durham University, Durham (Deadline: 15 Aug 2023)
🇫🇯 Education Specialist (Systems Strengthening), UNICEF, Suva (Deadline: 16 Aug 2023)
🌎 Global Citizenship Education Facilitator, GOAL, Flexible Locations (Deadline: 16 Aug 2023)
🌎 Senior Consultant, Early Childhood Development, Multiple Locations (Deadline: 31 Aug 2023)
🇵🇰 Education Lead, USAID/Pakistan Education Resilience Activity (ERA), Islamabad (Deadline: 01 Sep 2023)
🇮🇪 Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Educational Psychology, University College Dublin, Leinster (Deadline: 06 Sep 2023)
🇺🇸 Academic Neurologist, University of Oklahoma School of Community Medicine, Tulsa (Deadline: 25 Oct 2023)
🇱🇺 PhD position in Psychology, University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg (Deadline: Open Until Filled)
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Thank you for being a part of our community, and we hope you enjoy this issue!
The Global Citizenship Foundation is a leading specialist international organization based in South Asia (NCR Delhi, India) and the European Union (Tallinn, Estonia). Its principal mandate is to realize the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 4 and Target 4.7 (Education for Global Citizenship and Sustainable Development). Since 2016, the GCF has impacted education in 70+ countries, striving to transform education for human and planetary flourishing.
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