Learning

All the previous conversations of this meetup led to the topic of learning and education's role in every aspect of our lives as adults (and children). From Critical thinking and letting our curiosity blossom and grow, to learning social skills and compassion in our societies.

It is undoubtedly an exciting topic that would let us share our experiences and thoughts on the different paths to knowledge - and any kind of knowledge!

• Learning with Education VS Learning by playing and exploring the world as the natural learners that we are (as suggested by Rousseau in Emile)
• Different paths to knowledge: experience, theory, books, travelling, empathy and so on.
• Some people feel the education style of schools damages originality and creativity. What do you think?
• What would be an ideal educational system, and teacher, for you?
• Is Education only for children?
• Inner/Outer motivation in the learning process, and why internal rewards should outweigh external ones (such as grades)
• Or simply...why do we learn? Why is it so important?
• ... And much more!

Looking forward to discovering your stories and thoughts and learning from you :)

Here are some cool appetizers for thoughts on Education and learning👇

• Rousseau On Education
• Noam Chomsky on the dangers of standardized testing
• 6 Problems with our School System
• Why Finland's schools outperform most others across the developed world

To build together a fruitful, respectful and inspiring conversation, please be aware of the following ground rules:

• Listen respectfully, without interrupting.
• Listen actively and with an ear to understanding others' views.
• Comment on ideas, not individuals.
• Commit to learning, not debating. Comment in order to share information, not to persuade.
• Avoid blame, speculation, and inflammatory language.
• Allow everyone the chance to speak.
• Avoid no-shows to be fair towards the participants in the waitlist and the organizer.