How can we keep up with and teach innovations?
The world is changing and becoming innovative, yet schools and universities are struggling to keep up. Why is this?
The AI that couldn't talk
Can we say that language is a faculty that distinguishes us from artificial intelligences? Can the robot dialogue with man? Are we already in the future?
Ensuring rigorous scientific research
A large part of research funding is based on the publication of articles in journals. The English-speaking world has dubbed this situation "publish or perish". This sometimes leads to small or large methodological errors. Nowadays, the scientific community is demanding greater rigor from all researchers worldwide.
When self-censorship blocks a group's creativity, and how to get out of it?
Nothing beats group reflection, hence the popularity of brainstorming and steering meetings. Many come away with mixed feelings, but few would dare question the principle. Yet researchers have shown that personal image, self-censorship and group dynamics can sometimes render creativity techniques ineffective. Fortunately, there are antidotes!
Humanist pedagogy in the age of the Anthropocene
According to a large majority of researchers, we are in the Anthropocene era. Our actions have direct consequences on the environment, among others. To avoid catastrophe, many believe that education systems should adopt a humanistic pedagogy at all levels. The latter promotes social and environmental justice.