I have just read a Linkedin Post from Dave, regarding the interesting changes being made to the Education system in Singapore. The article focused on looking at the child learning through problem-solving, reasoning and socially inclusive processes. This supports John Dewey's model outlined in 'Child and the Curriculum' embracing a more collaborative learning approach by creative teaching strategies which enable the child to drive towards goals that have meaning to them, rather than a fixed defined goal to achieve a result based on one answer questions, In my opinion, this has got to be a better approach when contemplating the mental health of our young people. With an education model and mentality of either success or failure based on only grades and examination criteria, continual judging between each other and placing ourselves within a hierarchy purely through this process without including emotional intelligence must be putting humanity at risk. This further exasperates people when labeled into groups. It cannot be helpful in bridging the social gaps in our culture.
Loneliness and depression feature a great deal in the UK culture. How many of us look out for the elderly when we are snowed in? How many are concerned with our neighbours? Would we stop to help someone on the road in trouble? Mmmm....
We will all find reason why not, mostly stemmed from fear of others and the implications it might have on us.
Looking at the differences between the East and West in dance cultures and their codes, I am keen to establish which dance forms form a greater connect of bodies? How is touch looked upon by different cultures? Are their circuits of touch?
Would love to hear your thoughts.
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