Tag Archives: Charlie Robinson

It’s Tougher for Kids Today?

Posted on September 5, 2015 by

We say it’s tougher for kids today than it’s ever been. But are we not just a tidgey widgey bit wrapped up in our own time when we say that? In the 1800’s if they survived childbirth they could look … Continue reading →

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Astronauts, Superheroes and Cowboys

Posted on August 23, 2015 by

As a four year-old, Space Exploration was something I took seriously for a short time.             The wood pile could supply the resources to build a rocket but no rocket fuel and Dad said he … Continue reading →

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I’m Amazing (I Think)

Posted on August 15, 2015 by

During the dark early hours I was reflecting upon my life and I suddenly realised how amazing I must be. When I was a child I can recall my mother saying to visitors, “You’ll never guess what he’s done now.” … Continue reading →

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What Happened to Identity?

Posted on July 30, 2015 by

I have heard a lot recently about young people lacking identity. I have heard a lot recently about radicalisation of kids that are looking for identity. There are scholarly articles explaining the social and cultural problems in our society and … Continue reading →

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Reflection

Posted on July 5, 2015 by

Is reflection really a good thing? I guess that depends on your state of mind, character, and status at the time of the reflecting, doesn’t it? I have read some Twitter feeds that are reflective, and felt that it was … Continue reading →

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Supporting the 25% ‘ers

Posted on June 7, 2015 by

The last few weeks in FE can be, dare I say, a little stressful. Although that can depend on your attitude towards the less capable of your students and the poor attendees. We are now at that stage where we … Continue reading →

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Innovation

Posted on May 31, 2015 by

  Innovate; vb. To invent or begin to apply (methods, ideas, etc.)                                                 So that’s what it … Continue reading →

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Motivation

Posted on May 16, 2015 by

What is that motivates us? How do we motivate others? For me it’s one word – passion. One of the most motivational people I have met to date in FE is Nikki Gilbey and it was Nikki’s passion for her … Continue reading →

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Change, Evolve, but Make it Better.

Posted on January 31, 2015 by

Since my last post on the subject of education there have been many changes not only for me but, as you will all be aware, FE itself. We accept that FE is an ever changing beast, personally I think we … Continue reading →

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Paris, Moulin Rouge and Hot Chocolate

Posted on May 28, 2014 by

Back in Paris, I love Paris and it seemed the perfect place to take my wife for her birthday. It’s been a while, but nothing has changed. Parisian’s do not build towering office blocks around Notre Dame or place skyscrapers … Continue reading →

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