Older but Golder!

By Ellimaija | 28.12.2016

Finland is celebrating 100th anniversary in 2017 Finland became an independent state on 6th of December in 1917. Despite of hard times (civil war 1918, Word War II in 1939-44) the Finns have built this nation successful by making decisions together. Now we are steering the country to the new century with pride and courage.…

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World’s Best National Curriculum

By Ellimaija | 7.10.2016

Why to reform a well-functioning system? “Content of teaching, pedagogy and school practices should be reviewed and renewed in relation to the changes in the operating environment.” (Finland’s National Board of Education)  We have a new national core curriculum in Finland! Schools started to use the renewed curriculum in August this year for grades 1-6. …

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The Miracle of Finnish Education – how do we do it?

By Ellimaija | 28.6.2016

Our pride and joy – Teacher Academy Finland (TAF) – is ready to reveal the secret of the Finnish Education. The curriculum of TAF is just finished and we are excited about it! The aim of Teacher Academy Finland is to showcase the principles behind the educational system and basic education in Finland. In order…

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