This forum stems from Delta Cultura’s conviction that a fairer and more sustainable world is only possible through reflective and consciously designed education. In order to achieve this goal, we would like to use the forum to promote a dialog between science, Cape Verdean education officials and Delta Cultura. The aim is to critically examine the existing education system and present new approaches based on modern findings from neuroscience, education and psychology.
The forum will take place on the 9th, 10th and 11th of April 2025 in the city of Tarrafal.
Conference activities already scheduled:
Introduction to the neuroscience of learning Presented by: ETH Zurich; Center for Neurosciences; Dr. Wolfgang Knecht https://www.neuroscience.uzh.ch/en.html
The role of transcendent thinking in education (recorded lecture with live Q&A and online connection). Presented by: University of Southern California; CANDLE Institute (Center for Affective Neuroscience, Development, Learning and Education); Dr. Mary Helen Immordino-Yang (online) https://candle.usc.edu/
The latest results of scientific research on the psychology of learning. Presented by: UNI CV; Neuropsychologist Jeannette Moreira https://unicv.edu.cv/pt/faed
· Learning and Teaching Environments for Innovative Education in Cape Verde: A Study Based on the CLIA Model (Cultivating Learning and Inquiry Advancement) Presented by: Universidade de Santiago, Departamento de Ciências da Educação, Filosofia e Letras; Dr. Luís Rodrigues https://us.edu.cv/
“World Café”: a method of facilitating group dialog that promotes meaningful and collaborative conversations on important topics. Participants are divided into small groups to discuss a key topic and then switch groups to share different ideas and insights.
A supporting program of educational and cultural activities will round off the conference.
The detailed program will be published in mid-February