Green Vibes

INVALSI 2025: segnali d’allarme su competenze e divari. Urgente una strategia nazionale per la qualità e l’equità dell’istruzione https://www.invalsi.it/invalsi/index.php I risultati delle prove INVALSI -  Istituto Nazionale per la Valutazione del Sistema educativo di Istruzione e di Formazione -  somministrate agli studenti del secondo e dell’ultimo anno della scuola secondaria di secondo grado, evidenziano una flessione generalizzata delle competenze in Italiano e Matematica rispetto al 2019. In particolare, i punteggi medi in Italiano risultano inferiori del 7,5%, mentre in Matematica il calo si attesta intorno al 5%. Solo nelle prove di Italiano e di lettura in lingua inglese oltre la metà degli studenti ha raggiunto livelli considerati adeguati. Questi dati, uniti al rafforzamento dei divari territoriali, impongono una riflessione urgente sulle politiche educative in atto. Divari territoriali sempre più marcati La distanza tra Nord e Sud del Paese continua ad ampliarsi. ...

    Online Event Educators and language enthusiasts are invited to the next  Chat & Chill Café at 16.00 on Saturday, 12th July .  A n engaging event dedicated to exploring how teaching English to teenagers can extend far beyond grammar and vocabulary. This session will focus on innovative approaches that support young learners not only in developing language proficiency but also in becoming open-minded, empathetic global citizens. Key discussion points will include: How to engage teenagers in meaningful and relevant learning experiences Ways in which language lessons can inspire curiosity about the world Strategies for fostering emotional intelligence through language education Whether working in a classroom or supporting learners at home, participants will gain valuable insights and practical ideas to enrich their teaching practice. Join us to connect, reflect, and reimagine how we guide the next generation You can participate by joining us via th...

  4th  July  1776 On July 4, 1776 , the 13 American colonies officially declared their independence from Great Britain by adopting the Declaration of Independence .  https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration-transcript This document, mainly written by Thomas Jefferson , stated that the colonies were no longer under British rule and were now free to govern themselves. This declaration marked the start of the American Revolution , a war fought between the colonies and Great Britain for independence. After years of conflict, the United States won its independence in 1783 , officially ending British rule. The 4th of July has been celebrated annually as Independence Day since then, honoring the nation's birth and the values of freedom and self-determination.                                          The Fourth of July: A Day of Celebration and Reflection Th...