Schools of Thought

Lessons to learn from schools doing things differently

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Schools of Thought

Lessons to learn from schools doing things differently

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Gain fascinating insights into schools with distinctive philosophies from around the world and reflect on the lessons we can learn for our own schools and classrooms. Hear how leaders teach creativity at The Royal Ballet School, how faith schools foster curiosity and critical thinking, and how schools in Silicon Valley take lessons from the world of tech.

With exclusive interviews from 30 unique schools worldwide, Schools of Thought will prompt you to ask penetrating questions of your own practice and challenge you to think more broadly and more deeply about the principles and practices behind education in a changing world.

A must-read for the thoughtful educator who wants to expand their horizons and learn from a diverse range of schools in developing their vision, values and ethos and prepare their pupils for the modern world.

Table of Contents

Introduction
1: Faith schools
2: Single-sex schooling
3: Traditional and progressive approaches to education
4: Schools with a focus on creativity
5: Developing curricula and assessment
6: Use of technology in schools
7: Wellbeing in schools
Conclusion

Product details

Published 29 Feb 2024
Format Paperback
Edition 1st
Extent 176
ISBN 9781472988461
Imprint Bloomsbury Education
Dimensions 234 x 153 mm
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing

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