The document discusses the concept of "Shanzhai" innovation in China. Some key points:
- Shanzhai refers to Chinese copycat companies that produce inexpensive imitation products. This is traditionally seen as a step in an organization's evolution through copying, iteration, and improvement.
- Shanzhai products help project status and social mobility for many Chinese consumers. They also introduce consumers to established brands.
- Shanzhai companies may be more customer-centric and responsive than legal manufacturers due to their ability to quickly produce products without regulatory barriers.
- Shanzhai redefines the relationship between inventors and producers, where copies can improve upon original ideas through incremental innovation and collaboration with customers.
The document discusses issues in the fashion industry and proposes solutions through transparency and sustainability. It argues that the average shopper is uninformed about the harsh realities of fashion production, including low wages, poor working conditions, and environmental damage. It calls for greater transparency from companies about their supply chains and labor practices. It also promotes supporting local artisans and indigenous industries over large brands that culturally appropriate designs. Overall, the document advocates reevaluating fashion priorities to consider the human and environmental costs beyond price and labels.
This document discusses creativity in Africa and the creative industries. It provides examples of creative businesses and organizations in Africa like UNICER in Portugal and Afrigadget in Kenya. It also discusses concepts like the importance of networking, taking risks, and having passion in entrepreneurship. Creative industries are defined as those based on individual creativity, skill, and intellectual property that can generate wealth and jobs. The document advocates for promoting a conducive environment for creativity.
The document proposes marketing and communication strategies for a shoe brand called Schmoove based on future thinking. It discusses targeting both men and women with adaptable and customizable shoe options. The first future product proposed is teenagers' shoes that can be customized and allow them to create their own style. The second future product is women's shoes that are adaptable for different situations and times of day, with options for increasing or decreasing heel height. The communication strategy involves developing an online store and social media presence to engage customers in customizing and sharing experiences with Schmoove shoes.
"Re.invent Athens". A strategic plan for the city of Athens Eva Anagnostaki
Within the context of the workshop “Athens’ Co-Creation City Branding Project”, hosted by Betty Tsakarestou, we took a journey around the world to explore initiatives, campaigns and cases that apply to vibrant cities and have a message to communicate to the world.
About us: We are a three-member team of Cultural Management students, interested in Athens’ regeneration through culture and co-creation.
Anagnostaki Eva
Mavriki Rania
Rizou Anastasia
Hearst Magazines, Condé Nast, and Accent Magazines are all experienced publishers with a history of publishing fashion magazines. While all would suit publishing a new fashion magazine, each has different strengths. Hearst Magazines publishes magazines with a similar target audience and demographic, helping ensure success, and is best able to support a new magazine launch. Condé Nast has an excellent reputation but targets an older audience. Accent Magazines understands the regional audience but also targets older demographics. Overall, Hearst Magazines is concluded to be the best publisher partner.
The document discusses the concept of "Shanzhai" innovation in China. Some key points:
- Shanzhai refers to Chinese copycat companies that produce inexpensive imitation products. This is traditionally seen as a step in an organization's evolution through copying, iteration, and improvement.
- Shanzhai products help project status and social mobility for many Chinese consumers. They also introduce consumers to established brands.
- Shanzhai companies may be more customer-centric and responsive than legal manufacturers due to their ability to quickly produce products without regulatory barriers.
- Shanzhai redefines the relationship between inventors and producers, where copies can improve upon original ideas through incremental innovation and collaboration with customers.
The document discusses issues in the fashion industry and proposes solutions through transparency and sustainability. It argues that the average shopper is uninformed about the harsh realities of fashion production, including low wages, poor working conditions, and environmental damage. It calls for greater transparency from companies about their supply chains and labor practices. It also promotes supporting local artisans and indigenous industries over large brands that culturally appropriate designs. Overall, the document advocates reevaluating fashion priorities to consider the human and environmental costs beyond price and labels.
This document discusses creativity in Africa and the creative industries. It provides examples of creative businesses and organizations in Africa like UNICER in Portugal and Afrigadget in Kenya. It also discusses concepts like the importance of networking, taking risks, and having passion in entrepreneurship. Creative industries are defined as those based on individual creativity, skill, and intellectual property that can generate wealth and jobs. The document advocates for promoting a conducive environment for creativity.
The document proposes marketing and communication strategies for a shoe brand called Schmoove based on future thinking. It discusses targeting both men and women with adaptable and customizable shoe options. The first future product proposed is teenagers' shoes that can be customized and allow them to create their own style. The second future product is women's shoes that are adaptable for different situations and times of day, with options for increasing or decreasing heel height. The communication strategy involves developing an online store and social media presence to engage customers in customizing and sharing experiences with Schmoove shoes.
"Re.invent Athens". A strategic plan for the city of Athens Eva Anagnostaki
Within the context of the workshop “Athens’ Co-Creation City Branding Project”, hosted by Betty Tsakarestou, we took a journey around the world to explore initiatives, campaigns and cases that apply to vibrant cities and have a message to communicate to the world.
About us: We are a three-member team of Cultural Management students, interested in Athens’ regeneration through culture and co-creation.
Anagnostaki Eva
Mavriki Rania
Rizou Anastasia
Hearst Magazines, Condé Nast, and Accent Magazines are all experienced publishers with a history of publishing fashion magazines. While all would suit publishing a new fashion magazine, each has different strengths. Hearst Magazines publishes magazines with a similar target audience and demographic, helping ensure success, and is best able to support a new magazine launch. Condé Nast has an excellent reputation but targets an older audience. Accent Magazines understands the regional audience but also targets older demographics. Overall, Hearst Magazines is concluded to be the best publisher partner.
A thought provoking lecture on the parameters in which cultural opportunities are questioned and considered.
Can Art get people back to work? is a good discussion. Thesis: art and creativity positive forces which can be used to boosting morale, self esteem and empower people.
This document contains summaries of four articles:
1) "A Fortune-Teller Told Me" by Tiziano Terzani - The author decides to not fly in 1993 due to a fortune teller's warning and instead travels Asia by land, visiting fortune tellers along the way.
2) "COMME des GARÇONS" by Rei Kawakubo - The Japanese fashion label founded by Rei Kawakubo in 1969 presented revolutionary collections in Paris in 1981 and has since become highly influential.
3) "We are the world" by USA for Africa - The 1985 charity single written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie raised over $63 million for famine relief
The document discusses the historical and evolving relationship between art and luxury. It describes how art and luxury have been connected for centuries through patrons like the Medicis in Italy who supported both. In the 20th century, the relationship became more collaborative with partnerships emerging between luxury brands and artists. By the 1990s, art and luxury fully fused and luxury brands began consciously using art and creativity in many aspects of their business from product design to retail experiences. However, each luxury brand utilizes art differently based on its identity and values. The relationship is now more calculated than natural but still aims to stimulate emotions through beauty and creativity.
"I think everything is a remix, and I think this is a better way to conceive of creativity." Kirby Ferguson - Filmmaker and remixer
TED Talks - Embrace the remix
The Big Issue was founded in 1991 in London by John Bird and Gordon Roddick to combat homelessness. It provides homeless and vulnerably housed individuals an opportunity to earn an income by selling the magazine on the streets. Over time it expanded to Scotland and Wales and now circulates internationally. It is financed through magazine sales and advertising revenue, with vendors buying issues for £1.25 and reselling for £2.50 to keep £1.25 per copy sold.
Curating your Brand - Laura Ristea and Alin Tamasan, Hye Studio (RO)WeAreMuseums
Curating your Brand
Laura Ristea and Alin Tamasan, Strategist and Designer, Hye Studio (RO)
Presented at We Are Museums Bucharest on Monday 6 June 2016
Salt and Silk is a unisex streetwear brand that designs high quality clothing reflecting a forward-looking lifestyle. Their mission is to provide unique, high quality garments that follow their philosophy of encouraging positive thinking and self-expression. Their target market is 17-30 year olds interested in music, festivals and individuality. For marketing, they will use social media to promote their philosophy and lifestyle to their target youth audience. Their upcoming capsule collection will feature original cut-and-sew t-shirt designs reflecting streetwear trends.
The Big Issue was created in 1991 in response to the growing number of homeless people in London. It aims to dismantle poverty by providing opportunities through self-help and business solutions like selling their magazine. Vendors can buy the magazine for £1.25 and sell it for £2.50, earning money as micro-entrepreneurs. Since launching, the Big Issue has expanded to include related social enterprises that further their mission of reducing poverty and creating opportunities.
A presentation I gave to Mondelez featuring some big lies - and surprising truths - about innovation. Unfortunately, one of the first lies is that there's actually no sex in the presentation.
The idea of Posterscope Netherlands and psCity to support the homeless by creating an Out of Home campaign in cooperation with media owners JCDecaux, Exterion Media and Clear Channel worked out well. To support Sheltersuit (a wind- and water resistant jacket and sleeping bag) the Out of Home media owners worked with Posterscope by donating 3.500 six sheets free of charge. The media value equated to €350.000. Pscity developed this initiative and campaign to position the Out of Home sector in a positive daylight while delivering a valuable social contribution.
How to Create a Brand Mythology for L'Oréal's Kérastase Salon ProductDexter King, MBA
A concise marketing strategy deck on how to create a brand mythology for a luxury haircare brand. A mythology (or ethos or story) is key to establishing desire in people who will become your loyal customers.
The document outlines several business ideas based on cultural itineraries implemented during student mobilities in five European cities as part of a Erasmus+ program. It includes over 20 business ideas organized under sections for each of the five cities: Hildesheim, Simrishamn, Athens, Istanbul, and Morlupo. The business ideas proposed range from mobile food trucks and restaurants to video games, festivals, tours and more with the goal of promoting cultural heritage and economic growth in a sustainable way.
Walter Amerika is a brand and marketing consultant who is passionate about promoting the creative industries. He believes creativity can help improve the world by contributing to better architecture, homes, and lifestyles. Amsterdam is a thriving creative hub due to its social climate, creative diversity, and government support for the sector. In the future, advertising agencies will work more closely with consumers through social networks instead of just clients.
Marcel Wanders is an internationally renowned Dutch designer based in Amsterdam. His innovative yet warm designs have become classics. While technology plays a big role in design, Wanders believes design should be for people, not just industry. Amsterdam offers Wanders a pleasant lifestyle and good opportunities to excel due to its
The document contains a collection of business ideas generated by students from 5 European schools based on cultural itineraries they implemented in their respective cities. The business ideas are organized by city and include ideas such as a video game about life in ancient Saxony, a mobile app to promote sightseeing in Hildesheim, a movie about the Saxons, a rose festival in Hildesheim, and several food/restaurant concepts in Athens, Simrishamn, and Istanbul drawing on each location's cultural heritage. The business book aims to both promote cultural heritage and spur economic growth and employment across Europe.
1) Learning from creative disciplines like art can provide benefits for business and society. Artistic backgrounds may help people analyze problems more easily, address issues with empathy, and collaborate effectively.
2) Attitudes from art, such as appreciating ambiguity and change, can also be useful for businesses dealing with uncertainty and complexity. Leaders can learn from how artists balance competing demands.
3) The document discusses ways that art and business intersect, such as through exhibitions, product design, and artistic interventions in organizations. It also considers perspectives on applying creativity outside of art.
This is the first presentation I made after the inception of labels at the Art History Department of the Faculty of Fine Art, at MS University, Baroda.
labels was created for the Fine Arts Fair which is a bi-annual event at the Faculty of Fine Art designed to get students to interact with artisans and produce craft objects.
Thought up in Barcelona is knowledge and a city. It is ideas rendered reality in the form of good, service or process, designed locally and often found globally. It is applied innovation with the Barcelona stamp. An entire catalogue of goods and services that show that Barcelona is also on the map of innovation for its ideas. An innovative spirit that we must promote and make known in the world, but also among ourselves cast light on its value in making our city more economically dynamic, in creating more and better jobs, in building our future.
H&M is launching a new line of basketball shoes and seeks a marketing proposal. The objective is to sell 1 million pairs in 2013 to change perceptions and appeal to social influencers aged 18-24. The budget for the global campaign recommending local market strategies is $3 million, excluding production and taxes. Proposals are due by October 25th, 2012.
1. The document discusses the concepts of creative cities and the role of culture and creativity in urban development. It explores definitions of creative cities and reasons why they have become popular.
2. Key thinkers like Richard Florida, Charles Landry, and others are discussed who have promoted the concepts of the creative city and creative class. Their definitions and theories are summarized.
3. Examples are given of creative cities in Europe like Berlin which has strongly embraced policies to develop its cultural industries and creative economy. Berlin's cultural assets and challenges in maintaining its status as a creative city are outlined.
A thought provoking lecture on the parameters in which cultural opportunities are questioned and considered.
Can Art get people back to work? is a good discussion. Thesis: art and creativity positive forces which can be used to boosting morale, self esteem and empower people.
This document contains summaries of four articles:
1) "A Fortune-Teller Told Me" by Tiziano Terzani - The author decides to not fly in 1993 due to a fortune teller's warning and instead travels Asia by land, visiting fortune tellers along the way.
2) "COMME des GARÇONS" by Rei Kawakubo - The Japanese fashion label founded by Rei Kawakubo in 1969 presented revolutionary collections in Paris in 1981 and has since become highly influential.
3) "We are the world" by USA for Africa - The 1985 charity single written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie raised over $63 million for famine relief
The document discusses the historical and evolving relationship between art and luxury. It describes how art and luxury have been connected for centuries through patrons like the Medicis in Italy who supported both. In the 20th century, the relationship became more collaborative with partnerships emerging between luxury brands and artists. By the 1990s, art and luxury fully fused and luxury brands began consciously using art and creativity in many aspects of their business from product design to retail experiences. However, each luxury brand utilizes art differently based on its identity and values. The relationship is now more calculated than natural but still aims to stimulate emotions through beauty and creativity.
"I think everything is a remix, and I think this is a better way to conceive of creativity." Kirby Ferguson - Filmmaker and remixer
TED Talks - Embrace the remix
The Big Issue was founded in 1991 in London by John Bird and Gordon Roddick to combat homelessness. It provides homeless and vulnerably housed individuals an opportunity to earn an income by selling the magazine on the streets. Over time it expanded to Scotland and Wales and now circulates internationally. It is financed through magazine sales and advertising revenue, with vendors buying issues for £1.25 and reselling for £2.50 to keep £1.25 per copy sold.
Curating your Brand - Laura Ristea and Alin Tamasan, Hye Studio (RO)WeAreMuseums
Curating your Brand
Laura Ristea and Alin Tamasan, Strategist and Designer, Hye Studio (RO)
Presented at We Are Museums Bucharest on Monday 6 June 2016
Salt and Silk is a unisex streetwear brand that designs high quality clothing reflecting a forward-looking lifestyle. Their mission is to provide unique, high quality garments that follow their philosophy of encouraging positive thinking and self-expression. Their target market is 17-30 year olds interested in music, festivals and individuality. For marketing, they will use social media to promote their philosophy and lifestyle to their target youth audience. Their upcoming capsule collection will feature original cut-and-sew t-shirt designs reflecting streetwear trends.
The Big Issue was created in 1991 in response to the growing number of homeless people in London. It aims to dismantle poverty by providing opportunities through self-help and business solutions like selling their magazine. Vendors can buy the magazine for £1.25 and sell it for £2.50, earning money as micro-entrepreneurs. Since launching, the Big Issue has expanded to include related social enterprises that further their mission of reducing poverty and creating opportunities.
A presentation I gave to Mondelez featuring some big lies - and surprising truths - about innovation. Unfortunately, one of the first lies is that there's actually no sex in the presentation.
The idea of Posterscope Netherlands and psCity to support the homeless by creating an Out of Home campaign in cooperation with media owners JCDecaux, Exterion Media and Clear Channel worked out well. To support Sheltersuit (a wind- and water resistant jacket and sleeping bag) the Out of Home media owners worked with Posterscope by donating 3.500 six sheets free of charge. The media value equated to €350.000. Pscity developed this initiative and campaign to position the Out of Home sector in a positive daylight while delivering a valuable social contribution.
How to Create a Brand Mythology for L'Oréal's Kérastase Salon ProductDexter King, MBA
A concise marketing strategy deck on how to create a brand mythology for a luxury haircare brand. A mythology (or ethos or story) is key to establishing desire in people who will become your loyal customers.
The document outlines several business ideas based on cultural itineraries implemented during student mobilities in five European cities as part of a Erasmus+ program. It includes over 20 business ideas organized under sections for each of the five cities: Hildesheim, Simrishamn, Athens, Istanbul, and Morlupo. The business ideas proposed range from mobile food trucks and restaurants to video games, festivals, tours and more with the goal of promoting cultural heritage and economic growth in a sustainable way.
Walter Amerika is a brand and marketing consultant who is passionate about promoting the creative industries. He believes creativity can help improve the world by contributing to better architecture, homes, and lifestyles. Amsterdam is a thriving creative hub due to its social climate, creative diversity, and government support for the sector. In the future, advertising agencies will work more closely with consumers through social networks instead of just clients.
Marcel Wanders is an internationally renowned Dutch designer based in Amsterdam. His innovative yet warm designs have become classics. While technology plays a big role in design, Wanders believes design should be for people, not just industry. Amsterdam offers Wanders a pleasant lifestyle and good opportunities to excel due to its
The document contains a collection of business ideas generated by students from 5 European schools based on cultural itineraries they implemented in their respective cities. The business ideas are organized by city and include ideas such as a video game about life in ancient Saxony, a mobile app to promote sightseeing in Hildesheim, a movie about the Saxons, a rose festival in Hildesheim, and several food/restaurant concepts in Athens, Simrishamn, and Istanbul drawing on each location's cultural heritage. The business book aims to both promote cultural heritage and spur economic growth and employment across Europe.
1) Learning from creative disciplines like art can provide benefits for business and society. Artistic backgrounds may help people analyze problems more easily, address issues with empathy, and collaborate effectively.
2) Attitudes from art, such as appreciating ambiguity and change, can also be useful for businesses dealing with uncertainty and complexity. Leaders can learn from how artists balance competing demands.
3) The document discusses ways that art and business intersect, such as through exhibitions, product design, and artistic interventions in organizations. It also considers perspectives on applying creativity outside of art.
This is the first presentation I made after the inception of labels at the Art History Department of the Faculty of Fine Art, at MS University, Baroda.
labels was created for the Fine Arts Fair which is a bi-annual event at the Faculty of Fine Art designed to get students to interact with artisans and produce craft objects.
Thought up in Barcelona is knowledge and a city. It is ideas rendered reality in the form of good, service or process, designed locally and often found globally. It is applied innovation with the Barcelona stamp. An entire catalogue of goods and services that show that Barcelona is also on the map of innovation for its ideas. An innovative spirit that we must promote and make known in the world, but also among ourselves cast light on its value in making our city more economically dynamic, in creating more and better jobs, in building our future.
H&M is launching a new line of basketball shoes and seeks a marketing proposal. The objective is to sell 1 million pairs in 2013 to change perceptions and appeal to social influencers aged 18-24. The budget for the global campaign recommending local market strategies is $3 million, excluding production and taxes. Proposals are due by October 25th, 2012.
1. The document discusses the concepts of creative cities and the role of culture and creativity in urban development. It explores definitions of creative cities and reasons why they have become popular.
2. Key thinkers like Richard Florida, Charles Landry, and others are discussed who have promoted the concepts of the creative city and creative class. Their definitions and theories are summarized.
3. Examples are given of creative cities in Europe like Berlin which has strongly embraced policies to develop its cultural industries and creative economy. Berlin's cultural assets and challenges in maintaining its status as a creative city are outlined.
SDG 15 focuses on protecting and restoring terrestrial ecosystems. It addresses issues like desertification caused by overgrazing, habitat loss driving animal extinction with 150 species lost every day, and deforestation intensifying climate change. Achieving the goal requires indicators like forest area proportion, degraded land proportion, and endangered wildlife trade. Actions to support the goal include breeding programs, tree planting projects, laws protecting nature, and reducing consumption of endangered species and non-seasonal imported goods. Progress is measured using indicators like forest area and threatened species.
This document discusses life below water as a global goal for sustainable development. SDG 14 aims to reduce marine pollution by 2025 and conserve ocean ecosystems by promoting sustainable fishing, protecting coastal areas, and ending subsidies that contribute to overfishing. While overfishing, climate change, pollution, and habitat loss threaten ocean life, apathy is another problem. Individuals can help by properly disposing of trash, choosing sustainable seafood, and educating others on protecting ocean environments.
This document discusses SDG 13 which aims to take urgent action to combat climate change and its effects. It provides objectives at the global, national, and local levels, including reducing pollution, making food and water more accessible, and increasing climate change education. Specific initiatives discussed include installing more recycling bins in Durango, Mexico and placing blue recycling containers in each classroom at Maristak Durango to help meet SDG 13 goals. The document emphasizes the importance of individual actions like recycling to avoid natural disasters from climate change.
SDG 11 focuses on sustainable cities and communities. It aims to make housing affordable, promote public transport, and reduce the environmental impact of cities by 2030. Achieving SDG 11 is important because urban development is crucial for a sustainable future. Progress on SDG 11 can be measured by examining factors like public transport infrastructure and accessibility. Young people can help by using public transport and bikes instead of cars. However, not everyone is doing their part as many still find private vehicles more convenient.
SDG 9 aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation. Functioning infrastructure is essential for development and prosperity. Germany promotes future technologies and sustainable infrastructure development in other countries. However, some companies are afraid to innovate and some lack funding, hindering progress on SDG 9's goals. Young people can help by supporting innovative ideas and companies can improve by investing more in research and development. While Germany has made progress in areas like GDP and network coverage, more can still be done to maximize progress on SDG 9.
Goal 8 aims to promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all. It recognizes that many people around the world work in poor conditions to survive and help their families, including many children who work long hours. Achieving Goal 8 would help improve living standards and life chances for those in difficult work situations while also benefiting the global economy. Progress is measured by factors like the number of people in poverty despite having jobs and gender gaps in labor force participation rates between men and women. Individual actions people can take include buying local products, not supporting companies with poor working conditions, getting involved in advocacy and unions, and raising awareness of workers' rights issues.
Gender equality aims to give women equal opportunities and rights as men in all areas of society. It seeks to eliminate discrimination and harmful practices against women. Key goals include equality in pay, professional opportunities, education access, and the equal distribution of unpaid domestic work. Progress is measured using a gender index that evaluates differences between women and men across various indicators. While some countries and organizations have taken steps to promote gender equality, such as requiring women on corporate boards, full equality has yet to be achieved due to lingering misogyny and lack of compulsory protections in laws. Individual actions like supporting women and demonstrating for stronger regulations can help work toward gender equality.
Zero Hunger is an organization working to end world hunger through various activities. It provides statistics showing that while developed regions have very low hunger rates, over a third of people in Southern Asia and over a quarter in Sub-Saharan Africa experience hunger. The document discusses several aid organizations working against hunger including Worldwide Famine Aid, one of Germany's largest private aid groups, and Action Against Hunger, which has supported over 17 million people in over 50 countries since 1979. It suggests individual actions people can take to combat hunger such as donating food, raising awareness, and supporting schools and small farmers.
Goal 1 aims to end poverty in all forms by 2030 by saving people harmed by economic, social, and ecological events. Achieving no poverty is important to save lives and ensure all people can live happily and have their basic rights met by meeting basic needs like clean water and healthy food. Progress on Goal 1 is measured by whether communities and cities support fair pay for workers. As young people, ways to help reach this goal include donating food, clothes, and money to anti-poverty organizations, buying fair trade products, educating others about the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and informing oneself on issues of poverty.
8+8+8 Rule Of Time Management For Better ProductivityRuchiRathor2
This is a great way to be more productive but a few things to
Keep in mind:
- The 8+8+8 rule offers a general guideline. You may need to adjust the schedule depending on your individual needs and commitments.
- Some days may require more work or less sleep, demanding flexibility in your approach.
- The key is to be mindful of your time allocation and strive for a healthy balance across the three categories.
CapTechTalks Webinar Slides June 2024 Donovan Wright.pptxCapitolTechU
Slides from a Capitol Technology University webinar held June 20, 2024. The webinar featured Dr. Donovan Wright, presenting on the Department of Defense Digital Transformation.
THE SACRIFICE HOW PRO-PALESTINE PROTESTS STUDENTS ARE SACRIFICING TO CHANGE T...indexPub
The recent surge in pro-Palestine student activism has prompted significant responses from universities, ranging from negotiations and divestment commitments to increased transparency about investments in companies supporting the war on Gaza. This activism has led to the cessation of student encampments but also highlighted the substantial sacrifices made by students, including academic disruptions and personal risks. The primary drivers of these protests are poor university administration, lack of transparency, and inadequate communication between officials and students. This study examines the profound emotional, psychological, and professional impacts on students engaged in pro-Palestine protests, focusing on Generation Z's (Gen-Z) activism dynamics. This paper explores the significant sacrifices made by these students and even the professors supporting the pro-Palestine movement, with a focus on recent global movements. Through an in-depth analysis of printed and electronic media, the study examines the impacts of these sacrifices on the academic and personal lives of those involved. The paper highlights examples from various universities, demonstrating student activism's long-term and short-term effects, including disciplinary actions, social backlash, and career implications. The researchers also explore the broader implications of student sacrifices. The findings reveal that these sacrifices are driven by a profound commitment to justice and human rights, and are influenced by the increasing availability of information, peer interactions, and personal convictions. The study also discusses the broader implications of this activism, comparing it to historical precedents and assessing its potential to influence policy and public opinion. The emotional and psychological toll on student activists is significant, but their sense of purpose and community support mitigates some of these challenges. However, the researchers call for acknowledging the broader Impact of these sacrifices on the future global movement of FreePalestine.
The Science of Learning: implications for modern teachingDerek Wenmoth
Keynote presentation to the Educational Leaders hui Kōkiritia Marautanga held in Auckland on 26 June 2024. Provides a high level overview of the history and development of the science of learning, and implications for the design of learning in our modern schools and classrooms.
A Free 200-Page eBook ~ Brain and Mind Exercise.pptxOH TEIK BIN
(A Free eBook comprising 3 Sets of Presentation of a selection of Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Thinking Problems to exercise both the mind and the Right and Left Brain. To help keep the mind and brain fit and healthy. Good for both the young and old alike.
Answers are given for all the puzzles and problems.)
With Metta,
Bro. Oh Teik Bin 🙏🤓🤔🥰
Information and Communication Technology in EducationMJDuyan
(𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝟏𝟎𝟎) (𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 2)-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐬
𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐂𝐓 𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
Students will be able to explain the role and impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education. They will understand how ICT tools, such as computers, the internet, and educational software, enhance learning and teaching processes. By exploring various ICT applications, students will recognize how these technologies facilitate access to information, improve communication, support collaboration, and enable personalized learning experiences.
𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐭:
-Students will be able to discuss what constitutes reliable sources on the internet. They will learn to identify key characteristics of trustworthy information, such as credibility, accuracy, and authority. By examining different types of online sources, students will develop skills to evaluate the reliability of websites and content, ensuring they can distinguish between reputable information and misinformation.
2. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
PREVIOUSLY IN ATHENS …
▸ We visited the largest telecommunication company in
Greece (COSMOTE)
▸ We learnt about the ways circular economy has been
incorporated in their philosophy
3. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
THE NEW ASSIGNMENT
▸ We had to interview people who work for a company that
is based on the values of circular economy
4. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
THE PROBLEM
▸ There are a few people
familiar to the concept of
circular economy
▸ There are even fewer
companies that actually value
circular economy
5. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
BUT WE FOUND ONE COMPANY …
▸ SHEDIA ART
▸ A shop that makes and sells items of art using paper
from unsold magazines
6. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
WHAT THE NAME “SHEDIA ART” MEANS
▸ SHEDIA is the only Greek street paper. It is not sold at the usual
press points but in the city’s street by approved vendors.
▸ Vendors come from vulnerable population groups, usually
homeless people
▸ The price is 4 euros out of which 50% goes directly to the vendor
▸ It is an opportunity for these people to have the dignity to earn a
small income
7.
8. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
WHAT THE NAME “SHEDIA ART” MEANS
▸ ART is the way the unsold magazines are used
to produce new items for sale.
▸ All products are designed and created in
Greece, fully utilizing unsold copies of
“Shedia” street paper, as well as the passion,
positive energy and talents of their creators.
9. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
ADVANTAGES
▸ Innovative business idea
▸ Zero waste
▸ Small environment footprint
▸ Creating educational and training as well as employment
opportunities for people who are homeless
9
10. THINK CIRCULAR TO PREPARE THE FUTURE
NEXT STEPS
▸ Establishment of a new selling point - cafe to promote the
new products as well as the circular economy values
11. THANK YOU
FOR YOUR ATTENTION!
KATSAROS ALEXANDROS
KOSTAKIS KONSTANTINOS
LOLIS CHRISTOS
MAKRIS NIKOS