Education

[close] Here's a place to respectfully share opinions and peacefully debate with each other over a variety of topics, including climate, religion, politics, rights, education, and more. We'll make sure you're respected as you debate, no matter what views you have! This group is mostly for people in the US (because of many of the topics covered), but people from other countries are welcome! We want everyone to feel comfortable and respected. Please stay calm, and don't feel obligated to join an argument if you don't want to. Please don't hate on anyone, mock anyone's beliefs, or use slurs. Sometimes I'm not sure which folder to put a topic in, so it might be a bit messy. You can let me know in the Topic Suggestions chat if I should move a topic, or add a new one. Feel free to invite friends to the group to debate with us!

[close] Chapters of Change" is a book club for social workers dedicated to exploring literature that inspires empathy, promotes social justice, and enhances our understanding of the diverse communities we serve. We will delve into thought-provoking stories and insightful, evidence-based non-fiction, using each book as a stepping stone to deeper conversations and meaningful action in our field. As a "baby" social worker, my goal is that our discussions are a form of support for each other. I hope they bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering fresh perspectives or continued education on the challenges and opportunities we encounter daily in our work. I believe in the power of shared reading experiences to foster personal growth, strengthen our professional skills, and build a supportive community of like-minded social work individuals! Join me as we turn the pages toward a more informed, compassionate, and equitable world, one chapter at a time. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, connect with others in social work, or simply enjoy a good book, "Chapters of Change" offers a space for learning, reflection, and good company!

[close] ملتقى نبع المعرفة – مدرسة الحور الثانوية للبنات ملتقى نبع المعرفة هو مشروع تربوي وثقافي تنظمه اختصاصية مصادر التعلم أ. معصومة عبداللة في مدرسة الحور الثانوية للبنات، ويهدف إلى إيجاد بيئة تعليمية محفزة تشجع الطالبات على القراءة والتعلم ومناقشة الأفكار وتبادل المعرفة. يتضمن الملتقى مناقشات للكتب، وورشًا تربوية وتثقيفية، وأنشطة ثقافية، ومناظرات، بما يسهم في تنمية مهارات التفكير النقدي والحوار وتبادل الآراء والأفكار. أهداف المشروع: - الاستفادة من البيئة المدرسية في إثارة دافعية الطالبات نحو القراءة. - زيادة رغبة الطالبات في قراءة الكتب والاستمرار في التعلم والتثقيف. - نشر العلم والمعرفة بين أفراد المجتمع المدرسي. -توسيع مدارك الطالبات وتعزيز وعيهن وفهمهن لمختلف جوانب الحياة. - تعزيز القيم الإيجابية والخير والفضيلة والحوار البنّاء. - تنمية مهارات التواصل والتفكير النقدي والمناقشة من خلال القراءة والمناظرات. الفئة المستهدفة: الطالبات، والمعلمات، وأعضاء الهيئة الإدارية.

[close] +Seeking to articulate the storeis we enacted to create our current mess (e.g. global warming, gross inequality, pollution levels making us all sick, etc, etc.) AND seeking better stories that support e.g. an economy designed to meet the needs of all and a democratic deliberative government that would ac tually serve the needs of all.