Transform.Ed Briefing #97
Inside the briefing: From navigating long arduous journeys marred by conflict and betrayal to discovering empathy and redemption - lessons on building social cohesion and achieving lasting peace.
Quick Updates 🔔
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Big Ideas 💡
The Critical Role of School Leaders in Implementing Social and Emotional Learning
By Dr. Norris M Haynes | .ed Magazine
Curriculum and Learning for Lasting Peace
By the International Bureau of Education | UNESCO
Poll of the Week 📊
Poll Results from Last Week
In response to the question “What is the most effective way Peace Education can support building social cohesion in a classroom with students from diverse cultural backgrounds? ” the breakdown of results are as follows:
100% chose to Encourage open dialogue.
Would you like to discuss these results or share your thoughts in the community?
Policy Pulse 🏛
Policy Brief » Strengthening Social Cohesion in Conflict-Affected Societies: Potential, Patterns and Pitfalls
By Fletcher D. Cox, Charlotte Fiedler, Karina Mross | German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS)
This policy brief outlines the "social cohesion" approach, its relevance to conflict-affected and fragile settings, and a typology of common interventions. It highlights the benefits of integrating social cohesion into development and peacebuilding efforts while addressing challenges faced by policymakers and practitioners.
Global Events for Your Calendar 🗓
Dec 03-04 | PAID EVENT >> 2nd UNITAR International Research Conference
This is an Online Event hosted by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research.
Dec 05 | FREE EVENT >> Learning, Games and Gamification: Trends and Applications
This is an Online Event hosted by the Learning Designers Community.
Dec 11 | PAID EVENT >> Adapting Together
This is an Online Event hosted by the California Teacher Development Collaborative.
Jan 17 | PAID EVENT >> Relational Classrooms - A Whole-School Neuro-Developmental & Trauma-Informed Approach to Education
This is an Online Event hosted by Inspire Me Events Ltd.
Lights, Camera, Education 🎬
Film >> The Kite Runner
The film tells the story of Amir, a young boy from Kabul, and his friendship with Hassan, the son of his father's servant. Set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's tumultuous history, the film explores themes of friendship, betrayal, and redemption.
Documentary >> On the Way to School
This documentary follows four children from different parts of the world - Kenya, India, Morocco, and Argentina - who embark on dangerous and long journeys to reach their schools. The film highlights the universal importance of education as a tool for promoting understanding, peace, and social cohesion across diverse cultural backgrounds.
Courses and Learning 🧑💻
Social, Emotional, and Ethical (SEE) Learning
By Emory University
Books 📚
Social Cohesion >> Peace Education: How We Come to Love and Hate War
By Nel Noddings
Community Connect 💭
How can educators effectively incorporate peace education into their curricula to foster social cohesion among students from diverse cultural backgrounds?
Share your ideas on our community.
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