The Noise of Paper
21 Foundation is all about aligning 21st century learning with 21st century learners. 21:21, our acclaimed documentary film shot in schools all around the world is now in the editing phase and will be available soon.
Find out more on our website at www.21foundation.com
Here on Tumblr we're sharing a series of cartoons by acclaimed illustrator Jean Paul. No Recess captures the essence of some aspects of modern-day education that we find ridiculous and out of place in today's world. We hope you enjoy and share these snippets of comedic truth! Ask us anything
Find out more on our website at www.21foundation.com
Here on Tumblr we're sharing a series of cartoons by acclaimed illustrator Jean Paul. No Recess captures the essence of some aspects of modern-day education that we find ridiculous and out of place in today's world. We hope you enjoy and share these snippets of comedic truth! Ask us anything
February 24, 2012
February 24, 2012
July 15, 2011
July 13, 2011
90% of what we typically teach is a waste of time”
- David Perkins, Professor, Harvard Graduate School of Education, speaking during an interview for 21:21, a documentary focusing on the huge benefits of 21st century learning.
Visit us at www. 21foundation.com for more info
July 7, 2011
"Indeed, the same paradox appears: many of the teachers and parents who grumble that kids ‘just don’t take responsibility’ spend their days ordering kids around—as though children could learn how to make good decisions by following directions."
— Alfie Kohn, What to Look For in a Classroom…and Other Essays (via teachingtoday)
July 6, 2011
"The teachers’ welfare body, Umwalimu SACCO, has declared its plans to avail housing loans to thousands of its members across the country … The project is one of the measures being put in place to improve the standards of living among teachers. This, according to government, will in turn improve the quality of education in the country."
— allAfrica.com: Rwanda: Teachers to Get Housing Loans (via teachersworldwide)
(via teachersworldwide)
June 17, 2011
June 17, 2011
One of the locations used for the filming of 21:21 was Iceland - spectacular scenery, and a great bunch of students to work with!
June 17, 2011
21:21 was filmed in schools all around the world, demonstrating the power of 21st century learning techniques to light up children in their learning.
