Future Education

In the real world, people on the autism spectrum need the same kinds of day-to-day skills everyone else needs to be functional! It's true. No matter how high-functioning children with autism or Asperger's may be or may become, they function better as adults if they've had the chance to learn basic skills, from being on time to good personal hygiene. But many reach adulthood without those skills. Enter Jennifer McIlwee Myers, aspie at large.

Especially recorded to help educators, teachers, and administrators think about what they want for their schools and their students, this audiobook takes a deep dive into the essence of the educational process, the technology that we now have to improve it, and how to strike a balance between the tools of the past and the future to best help kids.

The founder of the international Transition Towns movement asks why true creative, positive thinking is in decline, asserts that it's more important now than ever, and suggests ways our communities can revive and reclaim it.

In 1971, Cynthia Solomon and Seymour Papert published Twenty Things to Do with a Computer, a revolutionary document that would set the course of education for the next fifty years and beyond. This book, Twenty Things to Do with a Computer Forward 50, is a celebration of the vision set forth by Papert and Solomon a half-century ago. Four dozen experts from around the world invite us to consider the original provocations, reflect on their implementation, and chart a course for the future through personal recollections, learning stories, and imaginative scenarios. Twenty Things to Do with a ...

Delving into the renaissance spurred by AI, this book navigates the changing tides of education and employment, emphasising the resurgence of skills as the key currency for success. A shift towards a more dynamic and skill-centric approach to education and employment, challenging the conventional reliance on academic qualifications as the sole indicator of a person’s capabilities. Preparing for the Future: By delving into the future of work, the book prepares you for the upcoming challenges and opportunities. It provides actionable insights on how to future-proof your career, ensuring you...

Information about “Montessori for Family and Community.” For over 50 years, the author has taught children and young adults—from age two to eighteen years, parents of children of all ages, and other adults, in over thirty countries. Everything she shares in her books is based on firsthand experience with families, school staff, government officials, and others. Only a tiny percentage of families can afford to send their children to a Montessori school, so, along with her other roles, the author works continually to make the most important elements of a Montessori education available ...

In 1998, Tony Blair expressed how Technology has revolutionized how we work and how it is set to transform global education. In his words, “Children cannot be effective in tomorrow’s world if they are trained in yesterday’s skills.” True to what he said, technology has been and continues to be a significant force creating massive changes in the way students learn. According to Rod Paige, the U.S. Secretary of Education in 2002, “A click of a mouse button provides any student anywhere with unprecedented opportunities to learn.” Indeed, the possibilities are substantially much ...

Do human beings carry a latent potential for extraordinary psychic abilities? What if we could see into the past, the present and the future? What would it mean for the future of the human species? Discover the answers to these questions in Extraordinary Mind! Integrated Intelligence is the natural human ability to tap into the extended mind – consciousness beyond the brain. Drawing upon twenty tears of research in Futures Studies and the wisdom gained from his personal explorations, futurist and visionary Marcus T. Anthony shows you that this evolutionary breakthrough is here, now! Dr ...

There is something wrong with education in America. No. Belay that. There is something wrong with education in the world. Year after year, in different ways and using different methods, schools churn out and chew up millions of children who possess only a generalized relatively useless body of knowledge, pass a few standardized tests, and can’t seem to function in the real world. Something needs to change. It's time we switch over to a functional education that will train our kids for success rather than set them up for failure. Dr. David Powers is a Cultural Architect, combining the ...

This call to action pulls together all of Sir Ken Robinson’s key messages and philosophies, and challenges and empowers listeners to reimagine our world, and our systems, for the better.

Transform your child's potential into unstoppable success with actionable strategies that cultivate future leaders from an early age. Imagine your child as a confident, successful young adult – someone who navigates life's challenges with ease, makes informed decisions, strives for excellence, and leaves a lasting legacy for future generations. "Raising Future Leaders: How to Turn Tiny Tyrants into Titans" is the ultimate guide for ambitious parents to strategically focus their time and effort on nurturing their child's development.

What if everything you’ve been told about success and college is a myth? In this groundbreaking book, The Degree Myth, you’ll discover a world of possibilities beyond the traditional classroom. From high-paying trades and global opportunities to thriving in the gig economy and becoming a digital nomad, this is the ultimate guide for breaking free from the degree-driven mold. Packed with actionable strategies, inspiring success stories, and insights into industries that value skills over diplomas, this book equips you to seize your future on your terms. Whether you dream of mastering a ...

Se encuentran los principios básicos de la "terapia vital". El punto de partida es que cada persona posee, en sí misma, la capacidad de mejorarse a través de un diálogo interior en el que aprende a darse cuenta de sus problemas y encuentra la manera de descubrir sus propias soluciones. En la primera parte, el autor repasa los condicionantes que afectan al autoconcepto de defensa que podemos utilizar para superar la adversidad y, en la segunda parte, plantea su teoría de la superación personal y propone las vías para favorecer la autorrealización.

In Kids Don’t Need School, veteran homeschool parents and community leaders Jonathan and Adriana Prescott lay out a radical new approach to home education that empowers children to love learning, build real-world skills, and take charge of their future—all before age 12.

Schools and teachers today are competing with highly engaging video games for students’ attention. That’s because the gaming industry knows how to keep kids captivated and aspiring to the next level. No one knows this better than Nolan Bushnell, the legendary father of the video game industry, and Dr. Leah Hanes, a leading educator, who have combined their years of experience to present a revolutionary way of learning that will change the future of education . . . and the world.

Essential stock trading terms you should know. Whether you're a new investor or a seasoned pro, it helps to have a solid glossary at your fingertips to provide quick clarification on a particular term or to expand your overall stock market vocabulary. This practical glossary audiobook compiles a list of 150 most common stock trading terms you’re likely to encounter. Every stock trading term is explained in detail, with clear and concise article style description and practical examples.

Para un aprendizaje mas rápido del inglés haga foco en estudiar los verbos utilizados con mayor frecuencia. Aprenda los 100 verbos que necesita para la vida cotidiana para referirse al pasado, al presente y al futuro. Enfoca tu aprendizaje del inglés en los verbos más utilizados. Aprende sólo las 100 verbos en inglés que necesitas para la vida cotidiana y para viajar. Uno de los errores más frecuentes al estudiar un idioma extranjero es que el estudiante no fija prioridades. Todas las palabras desconocidas reciben la misma atención.

In despair over his nation sliding into authoritarian rule, an 82-year old scientist writes a letter to a new-born child whose name he’s just read in the paper. His nation is the United States; his letter is what life has taught him about what this child can expect if she lives to her own 82nd birthday on March 21, 2100, during a global pandemic and our ongoing assault on the American Dream by people elected to preserve that dream and make it achievable for all. The letter takes two years to write and ends up a hundred pages long. From his memory of a mother crying, shoulders heaving, ...

Learning with Spanish Novels is easy and straightforward. Forget about difficult long texts with English-translations. This book for Spanish learners is not like that. It will take you to the next level in less time. That means less effort and struggling towards your way to fluency in Spanish. Improving your Spanish can be lots of fun. A Spanish Book for Intermediates (B1) - Viaje al futuro is the book number 14 of the Spanish Novels Series. This intermediate Spanish audiobook is packed with useful expressions you need in everyday situations.

Unlock the future with "The Age of Artificial Intelligence," a compelling exploration into the transformative world of generative AI. This thought-provoking eBook serves as your ultimate guide to understanding how AI is reshaping the modern landscape across various domains. Start your journey with an introduction to the rise of generative models, discovering their evolution from humble algorithms to complex systems capable of creativity. Delve deep into the mechanics powering generative AI, from neural networks to transformers, and gain insight into the data-driven processes that breathe ...