Loving Change and All things Learning

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Welcome to my blog, you will find a myriad of posts that celebrate the joys of embracing change and delve into the limitless possibilities of lifelong learning! I believe that life is an ever-evolving journey and that every experience – good or bad, easy or challenging – presents an opportunity for growth and discovery. I hope you will feel inspired and empowered to pursue your passions, and continuously challenge yourself to reach new heights.

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  • Rethinking education

    Rethinking education

    In a previous post Paradigm Shift, I discussed the implications and effect the launch of ChatGPT was creating and the paradigm shift that the education sector especially was finding itself in. The rapid technological advancements and increasingly diverse society are causing a much-needed seismic shift in how we view education. The education system that we… Read more

  • Write your own narrative

    Write your own narrative

    Your past does not define your future Recently I went to see the musical &Juliet.  It was brilliant, they took a classic story and brought it into the 21st century. Shakespeare’s original version concludes in tragedy, but in the musical Juliet’s fate wasn’t sealed by the author’s pen, instead they gave her the choice, they… Read more

  • Interpreting words

    Interpreting words

    What are you hearing? Communication is the lifeblood of human interaction. Through spoken words, we convey ideas, emotions, and connect with one another on various levels. However, as intricate beings with unique perspectives and experiences, our interpretations of what we hear can often be flawed. Misunderstandings arise, conflicts emerge, and relationships suffer as a result.… Read more

  • What colour are your glasses?

    What colour are your glasses?

    How we view the world, people, and situations around us is dependent on many factors.  An individual’s diversity, their gender, socio economic status, ability, ethnicity will also influence the opportunities that they encounter. What individuals learn through these experiences and what they are told, what they read and believe is what forms our implicit or… Read more

  • Why words matter

    Why words matter

    The power of language to influence and inspire. Words have been used for centuries to shape history. They have been used to influence events and societies.  They have been used to convey ideas, inspire action, and sway public opinion. The power of words is evident in speeches, literature, and other forms of communication. Martin Luther… Read more

  • Paradigm Shift

    Paradigm Shift

    In November 2022 ChatGPT an artificial intelligence language model was released and in higher education the field I currently work, it sent teaching staff into a spin.  They were suddenly faced with an unprecedented situation and were caught off guard with no guidelines or policies to fall back on. Many teaching staff saw it as… Read more