Sprout e-course – idea growth

Guiding Principles

To engage a diverse and truly global audience while striving towards widespread accessibility in accordance with UNESCO's global Education for All (EFA) movement that aims to meet the learning needs of all children, youth and adults by 2015.

To incite and enhance a strong sense of civic identity and responsibility that focuses on the importance of leadership and practical, community-based action.

To provoke critical thought and meaningful reflection and encourage both personal and professional transformation.

To support value-driven work that promotes sustainability and community solidarity.

To provide a supportive environment through e-mentorship and facilitate co-learning and encouragement amongst participants. 

To encourage a culture of play where learning is both an adventure and a process of discovery. To promote excellence in everything we do.

To create a learning community wherein social connections exist in tandem with and act to enhance both collaborative and autonomous learning.

To support creativity by encouraging self-expression, meaningful contributions and a community of cooperation and sharing.

To reflect and respond to continuous feedback and strive for new and innovative ways to better serve young people.

References

• Jenkins, Henry: Confronting the Challenges of Participatory Culture: Media Education for the 21st Century, Comparative Media Studies Program, MIT, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
• Bennett, Lance: Civic Life Online: Learning How Digital Media Can Engage Youth, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.