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The Sixth Mass Extinction: Are We in One?
Environmental Crisis
A mass extinction is the extinction of a large number of species within a relatively short period of geological time. The Earth has seen five great mass extinctions in the
The Station by Robert J. Hastings
Awareness, Education Transformed
Tucked away in our subconscious minds is an idyllic vision in which we see ourselves on a long journey that spans an entire continent. We’re traveling by train and, from
The Surprising Truth About Learning in Schools
Education Transformed
We know how to help kids develop into powerful learners. Now, we just need to make that happen in schools. A parent of two teen-agers, Will Richardson has spent the
The Toxic Culture of Education
Education Transformed
In the mid 1800’s, Horace Mann captured the potential impact of education on society. We have yet to realize the potential he saw, and in fact, we are missing the
The True Cost of High School Dropouts
Education Transformed
In 1970, the U.S. had the highest rate of school and college graduation in the world. 50 years later, we’ve dropped to No. 21 in high school completion and No.
Today’s Warming Is Different From the Past
Environmental Crisis
How is today’s warming different from the past? Throughout its history, the Earth has gone through climate changes which were not caused by humanity. Scientists use evidence such as tree
Top 10 Warmest Years on Record
Environmental Crisis
It’s official. 2019 wrapped up the hottest decade ever recorded, with the 5 hottest years ever being 2015-2019. Heat waves in June and July of 2019 broke many all-time high
Transforming Suffering into Compassion: A Guided Tonglen Meditation
Awareness
Life often brings moments of suffering, both our own and that of others. What if, instead of turning away, we could meet that suffering with compassion and ease? This guided
Trusting Children to Learn
Education Transformed
Education that derives from the self-chosen activities and life experiences of the person being educated is education that will remain with the child. This is about children making their own