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CONFINTEA VII Marrakech Framework for Action: Harnessing the Transformational Power of Adult Learning and Education Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) This Marrakech Framework for Action is an outcome of the the Seventh International Conference on Adult Education (CONFINTEA VII) held in Marrakech, Kingdom of Morocco, and online, from 15 to 17 June 2022. 
CONFINTEA VII Seventh International Conference on Adult Education: Final Report; Adult learning and Education for Sustainable Development; A Transformative Agenda Year of publication: 2023 Corporate author: UNESCO Institute for Lifelong Learning (UIL) The International Conference on Adult Education (CONFINTEA) is a UNESCO intergovernmental conference for policy dialogue on adult learning and education (ALE) and related research and advocacy, which has taken place every 12 to 13 years since 1949. This is a final report of the Seventh International Conference on Adult Education (CONFINTEA VII) held in Marrakech, Kingdom of Morocco, and online, from 15 to 17 June 2022. 
From Access to Empowerment: Operational Tools to Advance Gender Equality in and Through Education Year of publication: 2021 Corporate author: UNESCO This toolkit has been developed to strengthen individual and institutional capacity to integrate gender equality into education programmes in an effective manner. It has been prepared for all UNESCO Education Sector staff, including those at Headquarters, in Field/Regional/Cluster Offices and in Institutes as well as for implementing partners. This toolkit provides orientation and operational tools to meaningfully integrate gender into all education programmes. The first part provides a short introduction to key concepts on gender equality in and through education and an overview on how gender equality in education links to UNESCO’s vision and internationally agreed objectives. The second part provides practical guidance on how to mainstream gender equality into an education programme, how to design gender-transformative programmes and finally, how to monitor and evaluate gender results in education programmes. 
Knowledge-Driven Actions: Transforming Higher Education for Global Sustainability; Independent Expert Group on the Universities and the 2030 Agenda Year of publication: 2022 Author: Adrian Parr | Agnes Binagwaho | Andy Stirling | Anna Davies | Cheikh Mbow | Dag Olav Hessen | Helena Bonciani Nader | Jamil Salmi | Melody Brown Burkins | Seeram Ramakrishna | Sol Serrano | Sylvia Schmelkes | Tong Shijun | Tristan McCowan Corporate author: UNESCO With 2030 less than a decade away, it is paramount to think critically and act urgently if we are to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to contribute to the social, economic and environmental transformations that are required to tackle the world’s most pressing issues.This report thoroughly discusses the role of higher education institutions in contributing to the 2030 Agenda, through a focus on three interrelated themes: the need to move towards inter- and transdisciplinary modes of producing and circulating knowledge; the imperative of becoming open institutions, fostering epistemic dialogue and integrating diverse ways of knowing; and the demand for a stronger presence in society through proactive engagement and partnering with other societal actors. The report directs attention to the systemic barriers that have inhibited transformations in these three areas so far, and provides advice and examples on how to achieve this. The report calls on higher education leaders and actors to push for transformations within their institutions, using the report’s recommendations to critically reflect and act on their role for achieving the 2030 Agenda. 
Free Play in Practice in Linyi Kindergartens Year of publication: 2022 Corporate author: UNICEF China This video introduces UNICEF's Free Play in a kindergarten in Linyi, Shandong Province, which is dedicated to fostering children's creativity and independence. 
The Effect of Cooperative Learning on School Achievement and Academic Tendencies for Mathematics among School-related Students Year of publication: 2012 Author: Burio Murad Corporate author: Baji Mukhatar University Academic delay is a prevalent problem in the educational setting, and it is one of the most frequently addressed by researchers and professionals. It has no detrimental influence on the student's psychological development since it impedes his academic progress and cognitive development, given that this stage is a stage of diverse growth, as it is physical, psychological, emotional, and cognitive. It also contributes to wasting financial resources allocated to education and, accordingly, the repercussions of the phenomenon extend to the family and society as a whole. Those who are falling behind in school typically have a normal level of intelligence and good physical condition, but their level of achievement is lower than their true level or the level expected of them.In this study, the focus was on the cooperative learning strategy to verify its effectiveness in increasing students’ achievement in mathematics and improving their inclinations towards it. 
Students Protesting for Climate Protection Year of publication: 2019 Corporate author: DW Channel Climate change from global warming and sea levels has become a preoccupation for many, especially young people. The 16-year-old Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg became famous for her activism against climate pollution and her impact was transmitted to German youth, and the goal is to influence politicians for a better future for them. And for the world. The video shows a documentary produced by DW about a protest stand by students about what is happening regarding climate change. 
A Strategy for Promoting Citizenship Education in the Modern School Year of publication: 2015 Author: Zayneb Algharibi Corporate author: Mohamed Lamin University Citizenship is regarded as an important aspect in the life of community. With the lack of citizens who do not realize their role in the development of their community, no society/ or community will be able to progress, grow, and develop. Since education is the best means to develop good citizenship, the process of bringing up students into citizenchip is called 'citizenship education', and because of its importance, education for citizenship has begun to be integrated within the educational systems of Gulf countries ; for the fact of the role of our successive generations in exercising the different roles of citizenship and positive activities in society.The present paper highlights the strategy to strengthen and promote citizenship education in the modern school; It seeks to answer the following questions:What the modern concept of education for citizenship?What is the justifications for giving much concern to education for citizenship in the modern school?What steps that should be used to strengthen education for citizenship at school? 
Education for The Future: The Global Experience of Developing 21st Century Skills and Competencies Year of publication: 2015 Author: Liu Jian Corporate author: Qater Foundation This report aims to provide policy makers, education leaders, and researchers with a comprehensive understanding of the meaning, formation, and implementation of twenty-first century competencies around the world. The competency frameworks of five international organizations and 24 economic entities have been investigated, and official references are available in more than eight languages. This research has five important objectives:1. Identify the driving forces behind these competencies,2. Analysis of the elements and structure of these frameworks,3. Research the implementation of these frameworks in education,4. Discussing the necessary support from the governmental and social sectors,5. Suggesting strategies and ideas to enhance, develop and apply these competencies. 
Democratic Nation Philosophy Year of publication: 2021 Author: Roken Darweesh Corporate author: Dibistana Malê In this video, the teacher reviews a lesson entitled "The Philosophy of a Democratic Nation". This lesson is for grade 12 in North and East Syria. The video is produced by an educational channel affiliated with the Education Authority in North and East Syria