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Our dear friend and mentor Sir Ken Robinson had an insight into the future and the vital role of creativity, imagination and the arts throughout our life course of education. “Creativity is now as important as literacy”.
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📅 It's not too late to save the date! Book your place for our family learning conference on Thursday 14 November: bit.ly/3TTYQrx
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Did you know you can search our collection by colour? Whether you’re looking for brat green, mustard yellow or the right shade of pink, there’s thousands of images to explore! Click on all filters here to find that perfect tone for you: wellcomecollection.org/searc…
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The Multisensory archive: Engaging with the archive in a different way. How can we using our senses to access and engage with collections? Read more: blog.nationalarchives.gov.uk…
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Want to do a PhD with us? We now have a guide on how to find out more! bath.ac.uk/announcements/doi…

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How can a frame help create illusions of depth in a painting? 🤔 Peter Schade, our Head of Framing, takes a closer look at examples of 'reverse' frames in our collection.
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We have nothing but fireworks and plaudits for all of these amazing films elevating the work of these incredible charitities! What a priviliedge to work with @Media_Trust and our thoughtful, creative director @Scott_Pickup
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A massive shoutout to all the charities whose films were screened: @BlueprintForAll, @bodysoulcharity, @Schoolbookclubs, @CForLearning, @beanstalkreads, @clpe1, @envisionUK, @fatherhoodinst, @NDNAtalk, @Spectra_London and Sports Trust
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We welcome the launch of the curriculum review which will aim to to put arts subjects 'back at the heart of learning.' It can't come soon enough. Arts education has undergone years of decline. Arts access for young people has suffered. It's time to fix #TheStateoftheArts.
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Great to discuss how we can inspire the joy of reading for children and families at the @HarperCollinsUK and @EduPolicyInst event. @RobBiddulph made the important point that we should include all types of reading material including comics. #ReadingForPleasure
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There's just ONE WEEK to go until our new #CommunicatingClimate masterclass with @PurposeDisrupt 🌎 Join us next Wednesday to discover how to use advertising techniques to design powerful climate and environmental campaigns. Sign up for free: mediatrust.org/events/using-…
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Today marks the start of #ZeroWasteWeek 🏆 Every year, millions of people all around the world commit to reducing their landfill waste for a week during September - saving money, preserving resources, and having fun in the process. Find out more: orlo.uk/Gz7az
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TODAY is your last chance to apply for #StrongerVoices - applications are closing at 11:59pm 🚨 Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your messaging, engage your audience, and drive meaningful change. Apply here: mediatrust.org/stronger-voic…
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If you can't attend #GEMConference2024 in person, join us online! Book your Online Conference ticket to enjoy high-quality livestreams of keynotes and presentations, participate in networking and access recordings. Book here 👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/840162848…
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🥳 🚗 Close your street to celebrate World Car Free Day – Sunday 22 September 🚗 🥳 Apply by this Friday 30 August to close your street for a day of car-free play! orlo.uk/2UAIb
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Are you interested in taking your first step into a leadership position? You have until this Friday to apply for our Emerging Leaders Programme! Join this practical & interactive course to enhance your leadership journey in the museum learning sector. 📩 gem.org.uk/training-and-even…
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A new government means a new chance for change! 🟨 We're searching for 20 London equality organisations to take part in #StrongerVoices. Amid divisive narratives, your voice is crucial in shaping public opinion and policy. Apply by Wednesday 4 September: mediatrust.org/stronger-voic…
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Sabirah Ali , Head of Community and Cultural Learning at Westminster Adult Education Service will explain how they created the Green Live Learning Lab, connecting families to real-life sustainability learning.  Attend the 20 June #GenerationsofTomorrow to find out more: bit.ly/20June24
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Pls read this thread. On behalf of all small presses. And thank you @LongbarrowPress for taking the time to write it…
The plight of the small press, appealing for support in the face of poor sales, is often framed as a financial issue. While th​e​re is, of course, ​​some truth in this, it's never simply a matter of money, and money is rarely the most important matter. A 🧵 (1/​8)
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