Posts by Ellimaija
Finnish Education in Practice webinar was a success! What next?
The take-aways of Finnish Education in Practice webinar are surely countless, yet most or perhaps all of us, have realized at this point that Finnish Education is not a miracle, and if it were, it would not happen perhaps then again, and it might not be applicable elsewhere. Rather, this world reputable system is built…
Read MoreWebinar: Pedagogy and Finnish Education in Practice June 16th
WEBINAR: PEDAGODY AND FINNISH EDUCATION IN PRACTICE What makes Finnish education unique? There are two basic principles which are constantly emphasized by Finnish educational policy makers and educators – collaboration instead of competition and life skills. Join the webinar on June 16th to learn more! 1 hour webinar will be held on 16 June 2021,…
Read MoreFacts About Finnish Education
Finnish education is famous for its excellent learning outcomes and child-centered, stress-free approach. But what else do you know about the Education in Finland? We gathered some Facts about Finnish Education. Did you know all this 😊? Every child in Finland has a subjective right to attend early childhood education and care if the family so wishes.…
Read MoreWho cares about the wellbeing of teachers?
“When teachers are experiencing wellbeing in their work, the whole school has the opportunity to thrive.” Reetta Yrttiaho & Susanna Posio 2021 Finland is known for high respect for our well-educated teachers. Finnish teachers also enjoy exceptionally high autonomy in their work which has given them large latitude to carry out their teaching the best…
Read MoreGrand Opening of Finland Education Shop by Learning Scoop
Why Finland Education Shop? “You should definitely make an online course of this theme!” “Is there a web shop where we can buy these products?” It’s been literally for years that we have heard these comments and questions. While training international education experts around the world and presenting Finnish educational ideas, practices, material, and products,…
Read MoreNo screen time! Survivor week at school focusing on wellbeing
Last week my daughter´s school was having a Survivor week. It means that everyone is encouraged to focus on healthy lifestyle, playing outdoors and spending time with friends and family. The most difficult part is that no screen time is allowed. Smart phones, laptops, play stations and computers are banned for the whole week including watching…
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Towa Overseas Study Center
Meet Our Partner: Towa Overseas Study Center – “Go Study” empowers future leaders
Towa Overseas Study Center, the visionary behind the “Go Study” initiative, firmly believes that school visits in a foreign country will inspire and offer professionals in the education field (whether teachers, principals or administrators) a different perspective on best practices around the world, fostering educational development and pedagogical leadership. The “Go Study” initiative offers different…
Read MoreDelivering Better Educational Services Together: Guest Blog from Polar Partners
Collaboration should be viewed as a journey, rather than a destination. It is an ongoing and developing process of finding a common ground and learning how to play off each other’s strengths. Sometimes it can be hard to let someone else to take over, but like anything, trust and collaboration skills can be polished with…
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