Emily Evans, Founder and CEO
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An independent charity that combines the journalistic expertise of The Economist newspaper with teaching know-how.
The Economist Educational Foundation
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United Kingdom
We enable inspiring discussions about the news in schools by providing educational news content, teacher training and resources. We also bring together schools from different communities and countries for global conversations.
www.EconomistFoundation.org
www.BurnetNewsClub.com
It has never been so important to ensure that all young people have opportunities to build news literacy skills and join inquisitive discussions about current affairs.
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8 000
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19
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2012
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about the innovation
Giving young people the skills to think for themselves about current affairs.
We enable inspiring discussions about the news in schools. We provide educational news content, teacher training and resources. We also bring together schools from different communities and countries for global conversations.
By taking part in these discussions, young people learn to think for themselves about the news. They become able to see fake news, one-sided debates and unsound arguments for what they are. They practice having their say about issues affecting their lives.
In uncertain times, the ability to think critically and communicate confidently about real-world issues is a hugely valuable asset. It not only gives young people a voice, it helps them to succeed in school, the workplace and beyond.
Get in touch to find out more: www.economistfoundation.orgResearch
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With the increase of online exposure, the importance of news literacy has increased exponentially. The Economist Educational Foundation is equipping students with the power to decipher fact from fiction and increase their ability to be critical thinkers and engage in thought provoking discussions.
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Milestones
Achievements & Awards
September 2020
Reached 68,000 downloads of our free learning resources
December 2019
Digital Wellbeing
April 2019
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The ability to engage students in rigorous, evidence-based discussions of current events has the potential to be very powerful, particularly if it's done at a meaningful dosage.
- HundrED Academy MemberGreat innovation with a clear focus on economics as the central pathway for education and global leadership. Wonderful research to prove points.
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