Reflections on Global Education & Innovation

  Image source: https://www.thecollector.com/what-is-philosophical-intelligence-how-practice/   Philosophical Mindedness (Comment on Christou’s The Case for Philosophical Mindedness) Context: Christou argues in this article that pedagogy in this era must have a philosophical mindedness; meaning that everyone engaged in a profession that involves teaching and learning must act like classical philosophers. As in Ancient Athens, philosophers must always seek for wisdom and facilitate ideas. Mindedness is not about discourse of moral action but acting in a correct and fair way. Pedagogy has still a narrow focus and as stakeholders, we should all engage in conversations to generate ideas on how to improve and make education ethic and ideal.   Innovation: While the application of Philosophy in pedagogy is not new, but dates back to ancient Greece, we could as educators innovate (improve) current education by teaching with philosophical mindedness. In order for this in...

  Rethinking Key Concepts in Education: Innovation, Creation, Teaching, and Learning Education is a dynamic and ever-evolving field, shaped by the way we define and understand key concepts. In this post, I invite you to take a step back and reflect on four fundamental terms that we frequently encounter in our daily discussions: Innovation, Creation, Teaching, and Learning . These concepts are often used interchangeably or taken for granted, but as we grow as educators, learners, and thinkers, it’s important to revisit and refine our understanding . By doing so, we can develop a more intentional and insightful approach to education , ensuring that our definitions align with our evolving perspectives and experiences. In this post, I will share my personal definitions of these four key terms, offering a lens through which to examine their significance in education. I also encourage you to share your thoughts—how do you define these terms in your own practice and learning jou...

  Source: https://www.vikasconcept.com/the-importance-of-innovation-in-education-2/   Welcome to My Global Education Blog Hello, welcome to my blog! I’m Jessica Rangel , an educator, marketing specialist, and global citizen passionate about current topics in global education. Originally from Mexico City , I have lived and worked across the USA, Singapore, China, and Mexico in diverse sectors, including corporate marketing, non-profits, government, and education . Currently, I reside in Kingston, Ontario, Canada , where I am pursuing a Graduate Business Diploma in Education at Queen’s University . About This Blog This blog was born as part of an Innovation in Teaching and Learning course, but it is much more than an academic exercise. It is a space to document my journey, explore thought-provoking ideas, and engage in discussions about current topics in education and global education . My career goal is to specialize in Global Education , leveraging my diverse profes...