Tuesday 8 July 2008

Charles Leadbeater

I always find it affirming when I "bump" into affirming or interesting ideas and stories - especially those that connect with my own. The Guardian Education is carrying a story about Blue Skies Learning focusing upon communities and leadership, and empowerment of learners. More liberal hand-wringing huh? But it opened up a new channel for me in the work of Charles Leadbeater who focuses upon leadership and participation and the role of the web.

I am really looking forward to his report for the Innovation Unit on the future of learing in England launched July 10th, entitled WHAT'S NEXT ? : 21 Ideas for 21st Century Education. Comment will follow...

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