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AI and making education more human

In the age of artificial intelligence, where technologies like ChatGPT are becoming part of daily life, how can teachers, parents, and communities help children thrive? Marcus Veerman, CEO and Founder of Playground Ideas and Nüdel Kart, discusses the importance of helping children build valuable skills using creativity, imagination, and play.
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Future-proofing our children by teaching skills critical for success

After the black spot that was the last two years, the world feels like a different place and many teachers have been fundamentally rethinking where to put their educational focus.  Humanity is shifting rapidly and with this year’s Preps not graduating until 2034, what things do educators need to teach now for success in the future?
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Creativity: Nature or nurture?

Over the past 20 years creativity has become an increasingly important skill, and education systems around the world are trying hard to integrate it into the curriculum. But it’s been challenging to put research into practice, according to educator and Nüdel Kart founder, Marcus Veerman.
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Teaching what can’t be taught: Nüdel Kart

Non-profit Playground Ideas had a mission 12 years ago to build over 40 playgrounds for refugee children on the Thai – Myanmar Border and this birthed a movement which has now impacted 2.3 million children in over 143 countries. Read More
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Nüdel Kart wins two Good Design Awards

Nüdel Kart from Playground Ideas has received a prestigious Good Design Award Winner Accolade in the Social Impact category in recognition for outstanding design and innovation.
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