Posts by Ellimaija

In this post series, we explore the teaching of sustainability education in schools, aiming to enhance the well-being of both present and future generations, even in times of uncertainty. Our insights are informed by quality research from various universities. This post is the final one and focuses on considering how families could support the transition…

In this post series, we explore the teaching of sustainability education in schools, aiming to enhance the well-being of both present and future generations, even in times of uncertainty. Our insights are informed by quality research from various universities. This post is the second of three and focuses on considering why climate-related emotions are important,…

In this post series of three, we explore the teaching of sustainability education in schools, aiming to enhance the well-being of both present and future generations, even in times of uncertainty. Our insights are informed by quality research from various universities. We concluded that the topic is so important and timely that it deserves its…

We were thrilled and privileged to host a delegation of 20 Australian teachers in Finland! The Arctic Pedagogy Study Tour combined the enchanting atmosphere of Northern Finland with top-tier educational insights. The purpose of this tour was to showcase the key elements of Finland’s education system while allowing participants to immerse themselves in Finnish pedagogical…

In Finland, more support personnel are now being hired in schools with the primary task of reducing absences and absence related problems. Finnish schools are hiring school coaches who help students to come to school and succeed there. For example, in Vantaa, one of Finland’s largest cities, 11 new school coaches have been hired for…

Team Learning Scoop was happy to start collaboration with UNICEF and get an opportunity to organize a government delegation visit to Finland and Estonia. The delegation of Disability-Inclusive Education Study Tour was coordinated by UNICEF China as the participants represented different provinces and organizations. We would like to express our sincere thanks to Team Learning…

In late November we welcomed customers from Colorado U.S. to Oulu, Finland to take part of the Arctic Pedagogy Study Tour. Arctic Pedagogy Study Tour combines the Magic of Northern Finland and top-quality pedagogical content. The first day included a visit to Alaranta Primary School in the Municipality of Ii. It is a small and…

The Finnish national broadcasting company Yle challenged teachers to design innovative teaching solutions using artificial intelligence in education. The winner of the competition, Katja Koponen-Andersson, combined virtual reality and artificial intelligence in vocational education, allowing students to practice demanding tasks that would otherwise be impossible to practice. “There are so many professional tasks that cannot…

We had the privilege to host an enthusiastic and experienced group of education experts from Greece last week. They were keen on learning from and be inspired by the innovative practices in Finnish education and academic cultures in Finland. During the first day we shared great discussions about trust in education and society, the importance…

The Finnish national broadcasting company Yle’s News Class is a long-term project as part of their media education work. Young people learn about media by producing content themselves with the help of Yle journalists acting as news mentors. News made by young people are visible and audible in Finland every year. The goal of this…