Preparing our Children for the Digital Age: How the KED Program Empowers Parents to Embrace Education 4.0
Education has always been an important aspect of life. It has been through education that people have learned how to read, write, and perform basic arithmetic. However, the world is rapidly changing, and with it, the way we approach education. The World Economic Forum has recently published an article on “Education 4.0: A new paradigm for learning in the digital age,” which highlights the need for education to evolve and adapt to the changing technological landscape.
So, what is Education 4.0? It is the fourth industrial revolution, which is characterized by the integration of digital technologies into all aspects of society. Education needs to shift towards a learner-centric approach, with a focus on personalized learning, competency-based education, and lifelong learning. This means that parents need to understand the changing nature of education and be proactive in ensuring that their children are prepared for the digital age.
The first thing parents need to do is to familiarize themselves with the technologies that are being integrated into education. Artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, and blockchain are just a few examples of emerging technologies that are being used in education. Parents need to understand how these technologies work and how they can be used to enhance their child’s learning experience.
The second thing parents need to do is to encourage their children to take ownership of their learning. Education 4.0 is all about personalized learning, which means that children need to take an active role in their own learning. Parents need to encourage their children to ask questions, explore their interests, and take risks. This will help them develop the skills they need to succeed in the digital age.
The third thing parents need to do is to support their child’s learning outside of school. Education 4.0 is all about lifelong learning, which means that learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends. Parents need to provide their children with access to resources that will help them continue to learn and grow. This could be in the form of books, online courses, or extracurricular activities.
While Education 4.0 presents exciting opportunities, it can also be overwhelming for parents who are trying to navigate the changing landscape of education. Fortunately, there are resources available to help parents prepare their children for the digital age.
The KED program at Kunskapsskolan Schools continues to be an innovative approach to education that is based on the principles of Education 4.0. It is a personalized learning program that puts students at the centre of their own education. Students work with teachers to set their own goals and create a learning plan that is tailored to their individual needs and interests.
One of the key strengths of the KED program is the use of digital tools to support learning. Students have access to an online platform that allows them to track their progress, set goals, and receive feedback from teachers. This digital platform is also used to facilitate communication between students, teachers, and parents.
Parents play an important role in the KED program. They are encouraged to be involved in their child’s learning journey and to provide support and encouragement. Parents receive regular updates on their child’s progress and have access to resources that can help them support their child’s learning at home.
The KED program, introduced since 1999 to address the changing landscape of skills and learning, has been implemented in Kunskapsskolan schools around the world, and has been shown to be highly effective in preparing students for the digital age. Students who participate in the KED program are more engaged in their learning, develop stronger problem-solving skills, and are better prepared for the workforce of the future.
In conclusion, Education 4.0 presents both challenges and opportunities for parents to prepare their children for the digital age. By embracing personalised learning, digital tools, and strong partnerships between teachers, students, and parents, the KED program can help students succeed in the ever-changing world we live in.
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Article by – Mr. Kunal Bhadoo
Director, Kunskapsskolan Schools India
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A typical day at Kunskapsskolan School is exciting and challenging. At Kunskapsskolan School, students start their day with their base group and coach. The base group session begins with listening to and observing the daily news. This is followed by guidelines from the teacher to help students create their own personal time plan which ensures optimal utilization of time to achieve students’ personal and academic goals.
During the day students attend diverse teaching learning sessions such as workshops, lectures, seminars, communication sessions and lab sessions. Each of these sessions is aimed at supporting and mentoring students. While some sessions such as the lectures, lab sessions and seminars are largely teacher directed, workshops and communication sessions are guided by the needs of the students. Workshops are sessions wherein students receive targeted help from subject teachers. The student get individual or group help on starting a course or learning skills.
The lab sessions are interactive sessions providing students opportunity to explore and apply their learning in real life situations. Communication sessions held regularly help to enhance the ability of students to express with clarity, develop listening and comprehension skills and vocabulary.
These academic sessions are interspersed with co curricular sessions such as art, music, dance and diverse sports, providing the environment for holistic development of the student.
Kunskapsskolan is a global school where students will develop in an environment that nurtures them and their uniqueness. Exposure to the varied curriculums of Kunskapsskolan schools across the continents will provide the students with an enhanced and holistic view of the world they inhabit. The subjects and concepts taught at the various grades are aligned to the CBSE curriculum.
In Kunskapsskolan, all the subjects are organized in Steps and Themes. This challenges students to stretch their boundaries, construct a solid foundation of knowledge and skills.
Subjects that are required to be learnt sequentially and progressively are taught in steps. Math and languages are step subjects. The student moves from one step to the next, once he has mastered the previous requisite step. The students understanding of the concept is assessed through presentations and projects.
The thematic courses integrate subjects. EVS, Arts and Computers are theme courses and organized around projects and missions (assignments). They are solved or carried out by using and applying what the student has learned and demonstrate the ability to use logical thinking and creativity to solve problems.
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