In this recorded session hosted by the Sustainability Institute in Stellenbosch, Shaun Dunn and Allan Nguyen explore the profound role of education in shaping a regenerative future. Together, they discuss how education can move beyond information transfer to become a cultural force—nurturing curiosity, gratitude, and a sense of interconnection with the living world. Topics include: - Expansion and contraction in nature as a metaphor for growth - Montessori’s view of interdependence and the prepared environment - Ubuntu and the importance of community in education - Supporting children’s independence as the foundation for interdependence - Eco-literacy, connection to nature, and experiential learning - Rethinking error, performance, and assessment in education - Building an interdependent mindset for sustainable living The conversation blends personal stories, philosophical reflection, and practical insights for educators, parents, and anyone interested in education as a path toward a thriving future. Learn more: Shaun Dunn – Stellenbosch University Profile: https://www0.sun.ac.za/sustainability/sd-course-team/shaun-dunn/ Sustainability Institute: https://www.sustainabilityinstitute.net/ Paideia Nova (Allan’s Organization): (https://www.paideianova.org

L'enfant, Montessori et nous...

Allan Nguyen - www.montesori.quebec

Soil Soul Society - The Place of Education in Sustainability - 15 Sept 2025

SEP 15, 202599 MIN
L'enfant, Montessori et nous...

Soil Soul Society - The Place of Education in Sustainability - 15 Sept 2025

SEP 15, 202599 MIN

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In this recorded session hosted by the Sustainability Institute in Stellenbosch, Shaun Dunn and Allan Nguyen explore the profound role of education in shaping a regenerative future. Together, they discuss how education can move beyond information transfer to become a cultural force—nurturing curiosity, gratitude, and a sense of interconnection with the living world. Topics include: - Expansion and contraction in nature as a metaphor for growth - Montessori’s view of interdependence and the prepared environment - Ubuntu and the importance of community in education - Supporting children’s independence as the foundation for interdependence - Eco-literacy, connection to nature, and experiential learning - Rethinking error, performance, and assessment in education - Building an interdependent mindset for sustainable living The conversation blends personal stories, philosophical reflection, and practical insights for educators, parents, and anyone interested in education as a path toward a thriving future. Learn more: Shaun Dunn – Stellenbosch University Profile: https://www0.sun.ac.za/sustainability/sd-course-team/shaun-dunn/ Sustainability Institute: https://www.sustainabilityinstitute.net/ Paideia Nova (Allan’s Organization): (https://www.paideianova.org