Sustainable agriculture for a new consumption model
Agriculture, characterized by the intensive use of chemical inputs, has long been presented as the guarantor of food security. Today, this model is proving incapable of guaranteeing stability. The multiple responses to today's challenges provide much more than just food.
Pseudos and virtual characters to develop creativity
Creativity works by detours. Simply replace the phrase "what would you do if..." with "what would Leonardo da Vinci have done if..." to get answers of a very different nature. It is a similar process that leads a writer to develop his creative process through a pseudonym, or Michel Serres to produce an original thought through a multitude of characters.
e-reputation of teachers: not helpless
Young people underestimate the power of nuisance and the extent of the damage their actions can cause in the media; they know little about legal practices and potential consequences. We're not talking about giving a teacher a bad mark on Rate My Teacher! Beyond tolerance, we're not helpless when it comes to protecting our reputation; it's worth defending.
Predicting the unpredictable: now within our reach
Extreme events do not come without warning. They build up over long periods of time and begin to show warning signs long before they arrive. But by paying attention to these signs and changing conditions at the right time, most of these disasters can be prevented. Inspiring ideas for coping.
The international visibility of African languages
With over 2,000 languages, Africa is the 2nd richest continent in terms of languages. If multilingualism is such a powerful factor in development, why is it that the continent doesn't really exploit this cultural wealth? What are the reasons for the low profile of African languages on the international stage? What are the identity and economic benefits of promoting local languages in Africa?