Edufuturists #321 Hope for the Future, Joy in the Present with Joe Lowther

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We are led to believe that the education system will continually evolve to meet the needs of learners and society. This has not happened. We need a revolution!

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We are led to believe that the education system will continually evolve to meet the needs of learners and society. This has not happened. We need a revolution!

Education

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Edufuturists #321 Hope for the Future, Joy in the Present with Joe Lowther

Edufuturists

51 minutes 6 seconds

5 days ago

Edufuturists #321 Hope for the Future, Joy in the Present with Joe Lowther

In this episode of the podcast, we are joined in a thought-provoking conversation with Joe Lowther, who shares his journey from being a principal to leading KICK, a Christian organisation dedicated to transforming young people's lives through sport and support. The discussion covers the importance of physical activity in education, the mental health challenges faced by youth, and the role of mentoring and coaching in fostering resilience. Joe emphasises the need for a holistic approach to education that prioritises character development alongside academic achievement, and he highlights the joy found in overcoming challenges and building hope for the future.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Holiday Cheer01:51 Meet Joe Lowther02:51 Transitioning Careers08:06 The Mission of KICK: Transforming Lives Through Sport11:49 The Importance of Physical Activity in Education16:34 Addressing Mental Health and Wellbeing in Youth22:22 The Role of Mentoring and Coaching27:33 Breaking Down Barriers in Gender and Sport31:55 Joy in the Present36:30 Rethinking Education42:13 ConclusionsConnect with Joe Find out more about KICK

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