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Happy World Theatre Day! đźŽđźŚŤ
Just last week, I was deeply honoured to be re-elected to serve another four years as a trustee on the board of ISTA – Global Learning Through the Arts. It is a privilege to continue advocating for the power of theatre alongside such an inspiring community and learning so much from my fellow trustees and…
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My Go-To Drama Techniques
Two of my favorite drama techniques aren’t just fun for kids—they help develop essential 21st-century skills like confidence, critical thinking, and collaboration. 🎠Hot-Seating – Kids step into character and answer questions in role, strengthening their quick thinking, creativity, and ability to express ideas on the spot—valuable skills for public speaking, leadership, and communication. 🎅
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Softness is Power
As a woman in public speaking and facilitation, I’ve often read, heard, and even witnessed first hand remarks that traits like empathy, softness, and emotional intelligence dismissed as “weak”—but in reality, they are exactly what make my work stronger. Creating a safe and open space isn’t just a nice addition—it’s vital. When people feel heard,…
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Positivity is Contagious!
Just wrapped up another Positive Education training, and it’s quickly becoming one of my favorite courses to teach! đź’› Every session leaves me feeling more positive myself and reminded of the power of small, intentional changes. One of the highlights? Our Gratitude Jar—each day, we added something we were grateful for, a simple practice that…
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Design Thinking at The Design Museum of Barcelona
Working with different teachers from all around the EU weekly, I hear a similar struggle across the board – traditional education often struggles to foster creativity and innovation as there are so many barriers (whether institutional, societal, or even individual). This often leave many teachers hesitant about integrating more dynamic methods in their classrooms. However,…
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Elana Shyong 