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Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

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Nam’s work is grounded in the belief that education must be both empowering and compassionate—equipping learners not only with knowledge, but with resilience, empathy, and the confidence to shape a better world. This helped them apply knowledge, develop communication skills, and see themselves as active citizens.

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I’ve Taught Gen Z for Almost a Decade. I’m Split on the So-Called Gen Z ‘Split’

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The choices include qualities like kindness, humility, confidence, innovation, strong communication, empathy and decisiveness. The same traits tend to rise to the top: kindness, strong communication and knowledge/expertise. Communication is key.” Older Gen Z students entered college with a stronger belief in the system.

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Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching 

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Additionally, it cultivates intellectual and practical skills, including inquiry and analysis, critical and creative thinking, written and oral communication, quantitative literacy, information literacy, teamwork, and problem-solving. The “Thinking” in Systems Thinking: Seven Essential Skills (Pegasus Communications, Waltham, MA).

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Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom

k12 Digest

Nam’s work is grounded in the belief that education must be both empowering and compassionate—equipping learners not only with knowledge, but with resilience, empathy, and the confidence to shape a better world. This helped them apply knowledge, develop communication skills, and see themselves as active citizens.

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Crafting Thoughtful AI Policy in Higher Education: A Guide for Institutional Leaders

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Institutional leaders play a pivotal role in championing AI adoption by fostering trust, ensuring transparent communication, and making informed decisions. Building trust requires: Transparency in Communication : Leaders should articulate the “why” behind AI initiatives, addressing both opportunities and risks.

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AEF Schools: Empowering Students with Individualized Learning, Social Growth, and Real-World Skills

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At the heart of AEFs teaching methods is the belief that learning should be engaging and accessible. For many students, developing social awareness, confidence, and communication skills requires structured support. Effective communication is a key aspect of the BIC System. Communication is at the heart of this partnership.

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Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching 

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Additionally, it cultivates intellectual and practical skills, including inquiry and analysis, critical and creative thinking, written and oral communication, quantitative literacy, information literacy, teamwork, and problem-solving. The “Thinking” in Systems Thinking: Seven Essential Skills (Pegasus Communications, Waltham, MA).

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