What if schools could do more than teach sustainability? What if they could test it, measure it and experience it in real time? Across Europe, students and teachers have been turning classrooms into small-scale laboratories for environmental change. Over the past four years, schools and universities in Finland, Portugal, Romania and Spain trialled more
Robert Mattes, University of Strathclyde ; Matthias Krönke, University of Reading, and Shaheen Mozaffar, Bridgewater State University By the end of 2025, 42 African countries will have held national elections in the previous 24 months. But do these elections produce parliaments that accurately reflect the societies they serve? Aside from studies of women
Flawed thinking can lead us into a lifetime of pointless arguments and bad decisions. Fixing the problem won’t be easy — but we know how to do it. By Frederic Bertley This essay accompanies a separate interview with Frederic Bertley, in which he discusses his strategies for science communication with OpenMind co-editor Corey
ph. BalanceFormCreative/Shutterstock Cathryn Knight, University of Bristol and Emily Lowthian, Swansea University Nearly half of people born in Wales in 2002-2003 were classed as having special educational needs (SEN), our new research has indicated, raising questions about the system used to diagnose a generation of Welsh children. Our report for the Nuffield Foundation
In an era where the global educational landscape is continuously evolving, Asia has emerged as a significant contributor to educational innovations, reshaping traditional paradigms and setting new benchmarks for academic excellence and inclusivity. As the world grapples with the challenges of the 21st century, including rapid technological advancements, shifting economic landscapes, and the
In the ever-evolving realm of contemporary education, Artificial Intelligence (AI) surfaces as a formidable catalyst, redefining the modalities through which educational content is tailored and distributed to accommodate the distinct requisites of each scholar. This shift towards AI-orchestrated personalised learning trajectories heralds a radical transformation in educational experiences, enhancing engagement, accessibility, and efficacy
Researchers in the education sphere benefit from collaboration and idea-sharing. cgstock/Shutterstock Mpho-Entle Puleng Modise, University of South Africa and Maureen Robinson, Stellenbosch University South Africa has for many years been a strong player in several areas of world-class research. Some of the country’s researchers have made major contributions in areas like the biomedical
On 28 October 2003, Barcelona became the backdrop for a tragic incident that would reverberate across the Spanish port city and beyond. Leaving his school that Tuesday afternoon, 15-year-old Ronny Tapias was shot dead by a Barcelona gang that mistakenly identified him as a member of a rival clan. Warring factions The murder
Imagine a world where a machine could offer students personalised feedback, generate content tailored to their needs, or even predict their learning outcomes. With the rapid emergence of generative AI, notably the likes of ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs), such a world seems to be on our doorstep. However, as the horizon
In “News of the Week,” host Mike explores the future of education . The podcast delves into how digital technology and innovative teaching methods are transforming traditional learning into a more interactive, personalised experience. Highlighting the shift towards virtual reality, AI tutors, and student-centered approaches, Mike discusses the challenges and opportunities of ensuring