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What is it?
Edge Roundtables are group discussions jointly organised by Edge and the New Statesman – forums where educational experts and decision makers can come together to discuss the future of practical learning.
How does it work?
Edge selects and approaches educational experts to contribute to the debate. Roundtable discussions are held every few months. The first Roundtable was held on 26 April 2006, and a record of the discussion appeared as a special supplement in the New Statesman (the edition of 8 May 2006).
What makes this an Edge-friendly activity?
Edge believes that we need to start a national debate about education and the role of practical learning, so that we can create an inclusive, effective educational system. The Roundtables are a great way to bring different experts and stakeholders together and discuss real issues in a supportive, collaborative way. It's also an opportunity to explain Edge's message and purpose to potential fellow travellers.
Who else is involved?
The New Statesman is Edge's main partner in the Roundtables, and the discussions involve experts from many different organisations and educational bodies, including the Learning and Skills Council, Edexcel, the University Vocational Awards Council and the Department for Education and Skills.
How can I find out more?
You can download all the previous Roundtable supplements from www.newstatesman.com/supplements. The most recent issue, 'Teaching 21st Century Skills: Towards a new paradigm of practical education for all' can be downloaded using the link on the right.
How can I get involved?
Maybe you're working in education or educational policy, and feel you'd be able to contribute to an Edge Roundtable, or would simply like to respond to some of the ideas discussed at the last Roundtable – email centre@edge.co.uk to get in touch.
"It's time to challenge communities notion of learning, face to face".
1st August 2006
Conversation, conversation, conversation
Conversation, conversation, conversation
Read the New Statesman online.
Teaching 21st Century Skills PDF version, published 5th Feb 2007