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SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts

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SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts Published: Social sciences, humanities and the arts are vital for addressing complex challenges, but do young people truly understand their value? What is SHAPE? SHAPE subjects are, in fact, just as vital to society as STEM.

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science. THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE. We have to consider farmers’ motivators from a social science perspective,” says human geographer Dr Ray Chan. THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL SCIENCE. FUNDERS : Wellcome Trust, Cabot Innovation Fund.

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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

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The goal is to improve science literacy among high school students by making lessons meaningful and relevant to their lives through a teaching method called project-based learning. The curriculum also primes students for college and potential careers in science. Department of Education and will last five years.

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Our school approach in teaching sustainability

Scientix

CC-By , provided by the author Betim Muço is a co-educational school located in the capital city of Tirana, Albania, a country situated in the south-eastern part of Europe. After-school clubs support mental and physical health, providing a safe space for students to develop their skills and talents.

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Harnessing CS and Technology Skills for Culturally Responsive and Sustainable Solutions

CoderZ

In today’s rapidly evolving world, computer science (CS) and technology skills have become indispensable tools for addressing a wide range of societal challenges. And yet, the importance of maximizing our CS innovative progress in ways that are sustainably and culturally beneficial is often overlooked.

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Cyber security for the AI age

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Digitalisation is helping organisations to enhance communication and collaboration efforts, to innovate, and to stay competitive,” says Dr Burcu Bulgurcu, a cyber security researcher at Toronto Metropolitan University. Today’s sophisticated attacks cannot be addressed with a one-dimensional approach.”

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Urban farming for urban families

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The 15th Street Farm NEP is serving school-aged children and families who primarily live in marginalised communities,” explains David. Additionally, teachers from schools in the local area are being provided with tools, facilities and training to promote healthy food choices. Who is the 15th Street Farm NEP designed for?