Season 2, Episode 9: The Success of Play Based, Skill Centered Education of Scotland: A Conversation With Blair Minchin

In Episode 9, S2 , our first International podcast, I speak to Blair Minchin, a primary teacher based in Edinburgh, Scotland. Blair is revolutionary in his teaching work focusing on play and the Global Citizenship Initiative through the U.N.  We talk about the differences between knowledge based learning in the US and skills based learning in Scotland. Check out all the wonderful things Mr. Minchin is creating in his classroom!

 

Blair Minchin is a primary teacher of 6 years based in Edinburgh,Scotland. He currently works in an inner city school, teaching primary 6 but has worked in all stages of primary. A committed advocate of the Global Goals, Blair has a real passion for citizenship, sport and the arts. He is a champion of pupil voice and a strong believer in restorative practice and holding pupils in unconditional positive regard.

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Twitter:@mr_minchin

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/beminchin22