Tag: free schools
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Unlocking Student Autonomy: The Power of Democratic Schools

Democratic schooling, also known as Sudbury schooling or free schools, is an alternative educational approach that emphasizes student autonomy and self-governance. In these schools, students are given the freedom to pursue their interests and take control of their own learning experiences. Democratic schooling has gained popularity in recent years due to its focus on fostering…
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Unicorns in Education? Exploring the Quirky World of Free Schools

Ah, free schools. The controversial yet trendy alternative to traditional schooling. It’s like a unicorn in the education world – elusive and magical, but does it really exist? Let’s explore this topic through the lens of humor. First things first, what is a free school? Well, it’s not exactly free as in no cost (sorry…
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The Evolution of Alternative Education: From Montessori to Forest School

Alternative schooling and education have been around for a long time, but it wasn’t until the past few decades that they really started to gain traction. As we look back on the history of alternative schooling and education, we can see how these new approaches to learning have evolved and changed over time. One of…
