The renewed art of stone construction
Few human constructions stand up as well as those made of stone. But there's a difference between building a pile of stones like a pyramid or a dolmen, and a work of engineering like an arched bridge or a cathedral. Traditional techniques and know-how rub shoulders with the latest innovations. There's more stone to come!
15 effective strategies for introducing politics into a course
Does politics have a place in the classroom? Can teachers use controversial issues as learning opportunities, and if so, to teach what? Should teachers share their own political views and opinions with students? In this analysis, I share practical pedagogical tips for teaching politics without doing politics in the classroom.
How do think tanks produce new concepts?
At the crossroads of the political, research, business and education worlds, think tanks forge new concepts and views that feed into government and business policies
The influence of location on the desire to learn
When societal transformations lead us to rethink places to learn. How can we transform a space so that it is conducive to learning, so that it gives a place to everyone? What makes a place contribute to our growth and learning together?
Crafts are regaining popularity
Craft industries seem almost anachronistic in a digital world. However, the crisis has shown the usefulness of this sector which sees a growing shortage of personnel. Thus, many are retraining to prepare baths, weld materials or work with wood. The French vocational training field has even adjusted its approaches to this reality.