Positive Development in the 21st Century

 

In this ABC article, scientists discuss what our changing climate will mean for future Aussie families. ATP’s Prof Ann Sanson is also investigating how the next generation can thrive when facing the challenges of climate change. Ann says that our children will need good STEM skills, high levels of problem-solving skills, flexibility, empathy, tolerance, cooperativeness, conflict resolution skills, a sense of responsibility for the environment, valuing equality and justice, and active engagement with their communities and governments. As ATP research data has indicated, these attributes have their roots in social and emotional learning in early childhood, but need continued nurturing through schools, family life and the community.

 

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