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Learning, making and powerful ideas

Learning with e's

The connection between thinking and doing is exploited, and interacting with one''s environment to effect change can have a profound impact on young minds. Lave and Wenger Communities of Practice 26. Maslow Hierarchy of Human Needs 27. Jahoda Ideal Mental Health 20. Koffka Gestalt theory 21. Köhler Insight learning 22.

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Reflections from May trip to Italy, UK, and Netherlands

Jay Cross

A shadow form of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs kicks in. I’d focus on the need to create the right environment to learn from and orchestrate the right blend of experiences to develop the street smarts to prosper in uncertain times. COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE. Communities of practice can be subtle.