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FLEX Big Ideas Change the World the Class That Helps You Think Bigger Pt 1 4W3
Explosive Learning Jo Reynolds Life Skill Teachers
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This class will teach your student how to think big and develop innovative ideas to make a positive impact on the world.
Class experience
Part 1 of 4 This is the first 4 week section of a 4 part course. Are you looking for a class that will help your student think big and change the world? Look no further! In this 16-week class, our experienced instructor will teach your student how to identify and analyse social and environmental issues, think creatively to develop innovative solutions, and communicate and implement their ideas. With no formal grades or tests, learners will have the freedom to explore and develop their own...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Big IdeasDive into the world of innovation and learn how big ideas can transform the globe.Week 2Lesson 2Exploring Innovative IdeasDiscover how groundbreaking ideas are born and how they can address global issues.Week 3Lesson 3The Power of CreativityUnleash the creative potential within to solve problems in unique ways.Week 4Lesson 4Challenges and OpportunitiesLearn to identify global challenges and see them as opportunities for change.
This class is taught in English.
Throughout the course, students will learn to identify and analyze social and environmental issues, think creatively to develop innovative solutions, and develop the skills necessary to communicate and implement their ideas.
With over 20 years of teaching experience, our instructor has developed a unique approach to teaching students how to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
Homework Offered
Each week, learners will complete a project related to the topic covered in class. Projects may be completed individually or in groups, and will take approximately 1-2 hours per week. Students will also be expected to read articles and watch videos related to the topic.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Learner progress will be assessed through regular feedback and guidance from the teacher. There will be no formal grades or tests.Grades Offered
Learners will need a notebook and pen or pencil for reflective writing exercises.
This course requires no prior experience. No content or safety warnings apply.
The course material will be developed using a variety of sources to ensure a balanced and comprehensive understanding of the social and environmental issues discussed. These include: "The End of Poverty" by Jeffrey Sachs for understanding global poverty "The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness" by Michelle Alexander for exploring issues of social justice "This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. The Climate" by Naomi Klein for analyzing climate change "The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History" by Elizabeth Kolbert for understanding biodiversity loss "Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide" by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn for discussing gender inequality Various articles from reputable sources like The Guardian, The New York Times, and National Geographic for current and diverse perspectives on these issues
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Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(1,252)
Explosive Learning specialises in Life Skills classes that: * Develop essential life skills rarely taught in schools * Improve wellbeing by helping make kids happy and active * Increase confidence through performance skills * Are great fun to...
Self-Paced Class
$25
weekly or $99 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Ages: 15-18
