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The basic assumption underlying this article is that the really significant changes in human history are those that occur, not in the mechanical gadgets which men use nor in the institutionalized arrangements by which they live, but in their attitudes and in the values which they accept. The revolutions of the past that have had the greatest meaning are those that have taken place in the minds of men. To apply this theory to children means that the great changes in their status have been wrought because of changes in the ways in which their elders, particularly parents and educators, have conceived of children--their nature, their role, and their purpose in the cosmic scheme of things. In keeping with this theory, three conceptions of children will be presented briefly in this article. The first of these is of historic interest, chiefly, but even now not wholly so; the second is the essence of our contemporary emphasis; the third is presented as a reminder of reality and as the challenge of a simple truth. [Excerpts from this article are reprinted from "Childhood Education" v21 n1 1944 in celebration of "Childhood Education's" 125 year anniversary.]

As an artist and educator with a strong interest in environmental issues, the author relates how he was led to ask the following questions: (1) How effective is environmental education, as it is currently taught? (2) How can ecological public art infuse environmental education with new ways of perceiving and addressing environmental issues? (3) How can educators integrate inquiry about ecological public art into the environmental education curriculum? and (4) How can the infusion of arts-based education enrich students' awareness of and appreciation for nature? In this article, the author discusses the foundations of these questions and analyzes some current educational practices in an effort to show the potential for linkages between ecological public art and environmental education. Additionally, the author explains how art can promote better environmental education for children and can encourage high-level thinking and creativity that can be integrated across subjects. (Contains 8 figures and 7 notes.)

Describes six pressures and trends shaping society today: transformation of knowledge; the communications revolution; economic turbulence; shifts in power structures; new concept of work, education, and leisure; and the search for meaning. The effects of these pressures on social transition are discussed and implications drawn for learning and development. (AS)

Innovation is crucial for addressing challenges faced by children with visual impairments, as it enables the development of adaptive technologies and inclusive educational tools that enhance accessibility, independence, and learning opportunities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Educational technology can transform learning in the Global South by providing access to quality resources and interactive tools, bridging educational gaps and empowering students with skills for a brighter future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Exploring educational innovations from other countries enriches our own practices by introducing diverse perspectives and cutting-edge strategies that can drive meaningful improvements and foster global collaboration. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article describes the development process of the parental engagement and empowerment (PE&E) framework by the Zizi Afrique Foundation and the Regional Education Learning Initiative Africa. It refers to communication, collaboration, capacity sharing and leveraging sources and systems as components in catalyzing parental agency. It discusses the framework's potential for replication, adaptability and efficacy, as well as the challenges to the implementation of competency-based curriculum.

An introduction is presented to an additional column of the magazine which focuses on teachers keystone actor in the education ecosystem and highlights teacher learning and leadership, well-being and innovation.

Strengths-based education focuses on identifying and nurturing students' inherent talents and abilities, leading to increased engagement, motivation, and academic success by building on what they naturally do well. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Unique solutions are key when seeking to ensure children living in remote areas are able to access education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on Jusoor's "Azima" distance learning program for Syrian refugee children in Lebanon, detailing its inception, implementation, and evolution in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It states that the program initially adapted to an online format using WhatsApp and was later remodeled to serve out-of-school children, providing a tailored education in core subjects like Arabic, Mathematics, English, and Life Skills.

To keep AI grounded in best practices for teaching children, it's essential to prioritize ethical considerations, continually evaluate and refine algorithms to ensure they align with educational goals, and involve educators and child development experts in the design and implementation process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Farm to school programs benefit students by promoting healthy eating habits, supporting local agriculture economies, and fostering environmental stewardship through hands-on learning experiences. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

To address challenges affecting education accessibility, learning can be delivered via a variety of mediums to ensure broader reach and engagement in the learning process. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The value of nature-based education lies in its ability to foster holistic development by connecting individuals to the natural world, promoting environmental stewardship, enhancing well-being, and fostering a deep sense of curiosity and wonder. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on Sozo Kurahashi, an early childhood education and care (ECEC) pioneer in Japan, and his original curriculum theory called "inductive curriculum." Kurahashi's philosophy emphasizes respect for children's lives, spontaneous free play, a rich environment for self-fulfillment, and mutuality in education and the author suggests revisiting Kurahashi's concept of mutuality in contemporary education and care, drawing connections to psychoanalysis and Jungian psychology.

The article focuses on the challenges of providing early childhood education for all children globally, emphasizing its fundamental right. Despite consistent advocacy by educators, the struggle persists to adequately fund and provide access to affordable early learning and care programs, particularly for children in precarious contexts and the anniversary edition of Childhood Education reflects on the evolution of early childhood education, featuring a posthumous interview with Katie-Jay Scott.

The article focuses on challenges faced by refugee youth in Uganda, who often lack access to basic needs like food and education. Despite these obstacles, the Africa Education & Leadership Initiative (Africa ELI) is implementing The Wellbeing Club, a curriculum designed to enhance the resilience, voice, and expression of refugee and local Ugandan youth through activities promoting wellbeing, language, and community engagement.

Positive Education equips students with the skills and mindset to lead fulfilling lives, navigate challenges, and contribute positively to society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the experiences and challenges faced by kindergarten teachers in Hong Kong, China during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights how kindergarten children in Hong Kong were unable to attend school for three years due to a combination of the political turmoil in late 2019 and the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the various class resumption plans that were developed over time and the impact of the pandemic on children's education.

The article focuses on the problems and shortcomings of the current grading system in education. It discusses how the letter grading system, which has been widely used in the U.S., can be unfair and does not accurately represent a student's true abilities or understanding of the material. It highlights the inconsistency in grading norms and policies among teachers and the negative impact it can have on students learning.

An intentional approach to teaching the value of peaceful, positive interactions and providing the skills for healing and helping are key to stemming the tide of violence that is blighting our future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the importance of introducing computer science, specifically coding, into the curriculum at an early age. It highlights the misconception that coding is only for certain groups of people, such as boys or "techies," and emphasizes the need to dispel these stereotypes. It also mentions the evolution of the STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) acronym to STEAM, which includes art and creativity as essential components of education.

The article focuses on the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) in the Indian education system and the implementation of the acSELerate program by the Learning Curve Life Skills Foundation. It emphasizes that learning is a social process and schools are social institutions that facilitate learning. It highlights the collaboration among teachers, students, parents, and other stakeholders in the learning process and the lasting impact it has on a child's life.

The potential for early childhood education is enormous if designed and implemented from the bottom up with full community buy-in. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the ecosystem approach to transforming education. Topics include strategies for supporting a learning ecosystem, catalyzing and communicating as a critical key to driving learning innovation, and information on Remake Learning, a free peer network for educators and innovators that offers membership to any person, project or organization working to advance education.

In any field, true innovation can be best achieved by investing in development for the people involved. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents the discussion on involving the use of machinery. Topics include describing the emotional aspects of human endeavors such as empathy, creativity, resilience, and collaboration; and World Savvy being an education nonprofit working with U.S. educators and community leaders reimagining teaching and learning.

The article discusses the collaborative solutions for the improvement of education level. Topics include the role of Pratham Education Foundation, based in India in engaging parents with their children during pandemic; using the Power of Community to keep marginalized learners in school and work, and the power of collaboration to improve quality of learning for everyone including those who are too often left behind.

The article discusses Breteau Foundation's work in Lebanon has continued to evolve and adapt to the ongoing refugee crisis and the challenging social, political, and economic situation. Topic sinclude the Power Outages and Limited Connectivity; Trauma in Conflict Environments, and Partnerships With School Networks, NGOs, and Local Learning Centers.

The article discusses Gallia-Vinton Educational Service Center (ESC) in Ohio, USA, gained some valuable understanding about school and family collaboration through its Treasure Your Family (TYF) program. Topics include the Interactions and partnerships depend on these improved opportunities for developing school-community partnerships; examples of treasure your family activities, and education to create a sustainable future.

The article discusses the technological advancement, pandemics, wars, and the climate emergency all contribute to rapidly evolving social and financial landscapes. Topic include the innovation in social and financial education; changing world needs children and youth who possess socio emotional and financial skills and resilience, and social franchising is the application of the principles of commercial franchising to promote social benefit rather than private profit.

The article discusses Thai Child Development Foundation (TCDF), a charity operating in rural Thailand, implements the Learn-Earn- Return focus throughout ALL stages of life. Topics include the TCDF mentors help children rewrite their predictable futures and break out of negative life cycles by empowering children within customized support plans; Filling a Gap in Rural Thailand, and support programs of TCDF take place in the communities, in the villages high up the hills, in the rural schools.

The article discusses the benefits and barriers for early childhood education. Topics include the Virtual reality (VR) involves fully immersing a person in a wholly artificial world; use of augmented reality, mixed reality, virtual reality in medicine, science, design, settings, and opportunities for fostering creativity and collaborative learning with others.

The article discusses the benefits of teaching With documentary films. Topics include the perspectives of documentaries films for those who are most personally impacted by tragedy and systems of oppression; platforms, resources, tools for young people across the globe to share their experiences, in their own words and on their own terms, via the power of visual storytelling, and building the empathetic school culture.

Providing the best education possible for every child requires teachers and officials to be intrinsically motivated and effective role models for the foundations of lifelong learning. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses methods of teaching children about shapes and its importance. Topic discusses include Children need to go beyond using superficial shape labels and be able to talk about shape attributes and construct rules for a shape, helping children understand Ideas of shapes for higher learning of math, and intentionally facilitating children's constructions of knowledge about the attributes of shapes and supporting them.

Children learn best when they are inherently motivated to pursue new knowledge and skills; ownership and opportunity for initiative provide that inherent motivation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As we work to educate our children in effective ways, supporting their efforts to make a positive difference reaps benefits for both students and society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on reimagining education beyond traditional subjects. It emphasizes the importance of teaching life lessons such as communication, cooperation, and problem-solving. It reports examples of innovative educational approaches worldwide, and it highlights immersive storytelling, bringing infants into classrooms, and providing free access to digital books as transformative experiences that empower students.

The article offers information on the Arts for All (AFA) initiative developed by Slam Out Loud (SOL), a nonprofit organization in India, to leverage the power of delivering arts via low-tech platforms. Topics covered include research showing the benefits for children who received art education, the activities developed under Arts for All, and the impact that art had for students in Punjab, India.

The article offers information on an initiative launched by Project Design Education For Yourself (DEFY), a non-governmental organization based in Bangalore, India, to offer alternatives to mainstream education. Topics covered include the Nooks or self-designed learning centers created by Project DEFY for marginalized communities across South Asia and Africa, the rise of alternative learning methods during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the benefits of self-designed learning.

The article offers information on PLUS English, an EdTech program developed by 40K Group to help make English literacy education and digital learning more accessible for children in low-resource environments. Topics covered include the ways that PLUS English has transformed the lives of over 6,000 children in India and Cambodia, the needs addressed by this program, and a Memorandum of Understanding allowing 40K Group to expand the program to up to 250 schools across the Cambodian countryside.

Any advancements we pursue in education will be most effective if we simultaneously work to support students' physical, mental, and emotional well-being. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

When seeking to reach and engage students in marginalized communities, it is important to consider access and delivery from the perspective of teachers and students alike. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Many barriers to education are preventing children around the world from reaching their true potential. Digital solutions show much promise for addressing challenges associated with socioeconomic, geographic, and cultural circumstances. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on ANEER that is the National Initiative for Early Childhood Education in Rural Areas, an innovative and impactful project which brings preschools to remote Moroccan villages. Topics include examines that model aims to create the favorable conditions for a successful education through the implementation of projects for parents, youth, local associations/NGOs/champions, and teachers.