This is a presentation for Curriculum Class

1. A Change In Education
Transforming education so students can flourish in the 21st century world
Created By: Shannon Zirpoli

2. This presentation is inspired by the ideas of Sir Ken Robinson who stresses education must be transformed!

3. Robinson stresses as educators we must…
• Rise with the occasion
• Think anew
• Disenthrall ourselves with old ideas

4. We must realize…
• Life is not linear
• Life is organic
• Conformity is harmful
• Passion is individual
• It is important to find out what excites your spirit

5. What is agricultural flourishing?
• Agricultural flourishing is the idea of transforming education to help
students to grow and flourish. This is done by customizing the
experience for each student so they can find their authentic self.

7. Global Awareness

9. We must help students to become multiculturally aware

10. How can we help students to flourish?
• We can help students to gain self-awareness by activities that require
reflection and discussion about strengths, talents and dreams
• We can help students by helping them to develop attainable goals
• We can help students by encouraging them to find their passion

11. How can we help students to achieve their dreams?
• Help students to realize that with good academic achievement more
options are available in life
• Help students to manage their social and coping skills effectively
• Expose students to a wide variety of activities and experiences which
allow them to realize where their passion is

12. Thanks so much for viewing!