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📢 Young people of the world, use your voices to transform climate education! Sign the petition by #GEMReport and #MECCE Project and let your government know that #GreeningEducation should be about action, not just facts. As we approach the UN Summit of the Future and #COP29, we are calling on governments to prioritize climate change education. It must relate to our daily lives and local communities, with a stronger emphasis on social-emotional learning, action-oriented strategies, and environmental justice. 🔴 Join us in urging education leaders to: - Embed sustainability, biodiversity, and climate change education into all subjects. - Shift from teaching about climate change to teaching how to act and adapt. - Integrate education with broader climate action. - Regularly monitor and report on green content in curricula. - Engage youth in designing and delivering climate education that meets the needs of 21st-century learners. The future belongs to youth who are ready to act and #LearnForOurPlanet! 👉 If you agree, sign here: https://lnkd.in/g97d8Cmk Sustainability and Education Policy Network Earth Guardians Take Action Global

September 2015: the UN adopts the 2030 Agenda with a global education goal, SDG 4. 2015 World Education Forum: Global Education Monitoring Report entrusted by 160 governments to monitor and report on SDG 4. #SDG4 has 7 targets and 3 means of implementation. ➡️ Learn more about each of them: https://bit.ly/47uGN0t #GEMReport

It’s #GoodNewsSunday! ☀️ 🇨🇳 In 2004, #China launched an initiative to close the educational gap between urban and rural students, reaching over 100 million rural children. The reform equipped schools with critical technology — DVD players, satellite sets, and computer rooms — connecting students to the nation’s best teachers. Top urban educators recorded lectures and interactive materials, which were integrated into daily lessons with the help of local teachers. This effort led to remarkable results: a 32% improvement in Chinese and math skills. Long-term impact? Graduates landed more jobs focused on cognitive skills instead of manual skills, shrinking urban-rural education gaps by 18% and earning gaps by 38%! ℹ️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Aj4NaR Stay tuned for more uplifting #education news from around the world. 📚✨ #2023GEMReport #TechOnOurTerms

In this video, we catch up with Rougui, one of our Spotlight Children, a year after we began documenting her education journey in #Senegal 🇸🇳. Now in grade 3, Rougui is excited about learning new subjects and thriving in her studies. We are following the progress of four children across #Africa to showcase their passion for learning — and to highlight the potential we risk losing if we don’t invest in their education. Every child is #BornToLearn, yet so many never get the chance. Follow Rougui’s journey ➡️ https://bit.ly/4dPdM1B #SpotlightSaturday

📣 Young people around the world, become the voice of #GreeningEducation! Tell us what you wish you had learned about climate change in school, but didn’t. Share your thoughts in a video or post using #LearnForOurPlanet, and tag us and our partners. Your insights will help us address gaps in #ClimateEducation through a series of expert-led webinars and podcasts. ℹ️ If you want to know more about Education and #ClimateChange, explore the report by #GEMReport and Sustainability and Education Policy Network #MECCE: https://bit.ly/ccec2024 Earth Guardians

Bilingual education policies offer hope, but language barriers still hinder many African children: only 20% of them learn in their home language, compared to 70% in other regions. This and other challenges were discussed at the Inaugural East African Community Regional Conference on Education, taking place on 12-15 August in Arusha, #Tanzania. During the Panel Discussion on Confronting the Language Question, GEM Report Director Manos Antoninis presented findings from the 2024 Spotlight Report "Learning Counts" by #GEMReport, Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and African Union. ➡️ Explore more: https://lnkd.in/e7vEQyNy #BorntoLearn

In #Chad 🇹🇩, where student dropout rates are alarmingly high, an innovative education initiative is making a difference. The 2017/18 rollout of the Basic Education Quality Improvement and Local Management Promotion project, led by Chad’s Ministry of National Education and Civic Promotion, marked a significant shift in the way remedial education was delivered. Instead of simply adding more hours to an already overburdened system, the project focused on enhancing the quality of instruction during regular school hours, integrating tailored remedial support for students who were struggling. 👩🏫 Key to this initiative's success was its focus on empowering teachers. They were trained to observe students' unique learning patterns, meet their mistakes with support and guidance rather than punishment, and adapt their teaching methods to engage students actively. Teachers also received comprehensive guides and training kits, equipping them with new strategies to better cater to varying student needs. This shift from traditional, passive classrooms to a more nurturing environment helped rebuild students' confidence and motivation. As a result, by 2022/23, almost all participating teachers had adopted these new methods, leading to a notable reduction in grade repetition rates. Chad's approach offers valuable lessons for other countries facing similar challenges. By focusing on teacher capacity and creating a supportive learning environment, they can pave the way for more students to stay in school and succeed. ➡️ See more in the #WorldEducationBlog by Jean-Louis Ripoche: https://bit.ly/3Mow4LP #BorntoLearn

Today, on International #YouthDay, we celebrate the vital role of young people in driving climate change education and action. 95% of youth are deeply concerned about climate change, yet many feel unprepared by their education to confront these challenges. Formal education systems often miss the political aspects of #ClimateChange, leading young people to take action themselves. Through climate strikes and activism, they are filling the gaps left by traditional education. Movements like Fridays For Future International, led by Greta Thunberg, have amplified youth voices worldwide, turning students into climate educators who teach their communities — and even their teachers — about impactful actions. Youth are also exposing systemic flaws, such as outdated school textbooks that prioritize low-impact actions like recycling while neglecting more significant changes like living car-free. As youth-led initiatives continue to focus on advocacy, communication, literacy, and leadership, they are reshaping the narrative around climate change. They demand a more action-oriented, justice-focused climate education that equips the next generations to face the challenges ahead. ➡️ Explore more on how youth are leading the way in #GreeningEducation in the publication by #GEMReport UNESCO and the Sustainability and Education Policy Network #MECCE Project: https://bit.ly/ccec2024 #LearnForOurPlanet

It’s #GoodNewsSunday! ☀️ Geospatial data help address equity and efficiency in infrastructure and resource distribution, targeting them at schools and child populations vulnerable to specific risks. #SierraLeone 🇸🇱 utilizes a GIS tool to strategically select new school locations based on poverty, population, and flood risk data. Geospatial data also guides decisions on renovating and expanding existing schools, ensuring they are equipped with essential facilities like water and sanitation. Learn more about how technology is shaping education in the #2023GEMReport: https://bit.ly/3uljWFe #TechOnOurTerms

Meet the #SpotlightChildren — Godfred, Priscilla, Rougui, and Pape — a year after we began following their inspiring educational journeys. This year, we returned to Ghana 🇬🇭 and Senegal 🇸🇳 to witness the incredible progress they've made. Despite the challenges they face, they are paving the way for a brighter future for themselves and their families. Their stories remind us that every child is #BorntoLearn and deserves the opportunity to thrive! ➡️ Explore more: https://lnkd.in/gFudUmJG #SpotlightSaturday African Union, Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA)