Deep Dive: Is Curiosity the 7th Global Competency?

Are schools making students less curious? Is curiosity the 7th Global competency? Can curiosity really be taught? Our guests this week are David a Primary School Principal, Jodie a Deputy Principal, Kate who is working as the Head of Curriculum and Lisa a teacher who is teaching a grade 5/6 class this year. They will be delving deeply into the area of curiosity. Discussing topics about what does it mean to be curious and is our education system killing curiosity.  They will also share their opinions from evidence and experience around if they believe curiosity can be taught and is this a disposition that is necessary for people to be life long learners. You will also get helpful tips from leaders of learning in the school and an experienced classroom teacher about how they cultivating curiosity in their classrooms and across their school community.   So, is CURIOSITY the 7th Global Competency?