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In 2023 -2024
Since 2022
The Builders of Possibilities approach
From kindergarten to high school, the Bâtisseurs de Possibles program uses a project-based pedagogy that guides the group through five stages: preparing the cooperative framework for the project, identifying a problem, imagining a solution, carrying it out, taking stock and sharing the experience. By placing them at the heart of the creative process, they become the authors and actors of new interdisciplinary and sustainable solutions to a common need.
Each year, a group of education and youth professionals is supported in implementing the approach.
Steps in the process
Stage 0
The aim of this stage is to prepare your group to embark on the process, by establishing a benevolent and cooperative climate. This is the most important step. Its duration may vary according to existing habits and rituals.
Step 1
Young people are first invited to observe the world around them to identify a problem that affects them, a situation they would like to improve. They deepen their knowledge of the problem they have collectively identified, so as to be able to imagine relevant solutions.
Step 2
Then it was time for collective creativity to come up with ideas for concrete actions, and to choose one to carry out together.
Step 3
Then it's time for a reality check. Practicality and collective ingenuity will be required to turn ideas into reality with a minimum of resources.
Step 4
Finally, the young people reflect on their experience, take stock of what they have learned and prepare a feedback event with parents, local residents and the Bâtisseurs de Possibles community.
This approach can be applied on a weekly basis throughout the school year, or on a one-off basis as part of an unmarked week or a creathon.
Adapting the approach
Coeducation
Teachers cooperate with parents to create educational continuity, from school to home.
Citizenship
The young elected representatives of a municipality or school (CVC, CVL, Council of Delegates/eco-delegates) are supported in their role with the Builder methodology and tools.
Créathons
Young people are challenged over short periods of time (1 day) to imagine and prototype innovative solutions for their school or neighborhood.
Pedagogical meeting management
Teams integrate collective intelligence and creativity techniques to question their teaching practices and innovate within their establishment.
What impact does this have on participants?
Project-based pedagogy puts young people in an active position to work on a common project that unites the group.
For young people
They find meaning in what they learn in class, and learn to listen to their peers and work together. They enjoy being creative and independent, and gain in confidence. The benefits are quickly felt: on the classroom climate, the development of CPS and creativity!
For education and youth professionals
They guide the group through a structured learning framework, from stage 0 to stage 4. Thanks to the methodology and tools at their disposal, they create conditions of fairness that enable everyone to express themselves and engage with the issues identified. Throughout the process, they guide them in developing their critical thinking and creativity, both individually and as a group.
A network run by and for the educational community
The "Bâtisseurs de Possibles" program was created by teachers for those wishing to set up projects that get students involved. Today, it federates a community of education and youth professionals represented by a network of delegates, supporting and accompanying the collective, and over 70 solutions put in place by young people.
Storybook: discover students' sustainable development projects
The Bâtisseurs de Possibles network can help you discover the process step by step, launch a project directly with young people, or request training within your organization.
An educational kit
When you register for the call for projects, you'll receive an educational kit. You'll find :
- A detailed description of the approach
- Tips to get your project off to a good start
- A step-by-step teaching guide
- Tools for creating a caring and cooperative environment
A range of training courses
This course is aimed at education and cultural mediation professionals wishing to apply the Design Thinking approach to the educational sphere.
Our “do-it-yourself” teaching approach puts the learner at the heart of his or her learning, stimulating creativity and encouraging peer-to-peer exchanges.
Community accompaniment and support
Implementing a Bâtisseurs de Possibles project can be full of surprises. Collaboration and mutual support are essential. The delegates are there to support you as mentors. And all year round, you can exchange ideas with other teachers online to share your practices and feedback and make the process a success.
A movement in France and around the world
A French adaptation of the international Design for Change movement, Bâtisseurs de Possibles is part of a global initiative in which children are actors of change for a sustainable world. Joining the Bâtisseurs de Possibles network means becoming part of a global movement for sustainable education.
In 72 countries, young people are asking questions, devising solutions, tackling social and environmental challenges and sharing their experiences. Discover the map of projects proposed by the various Design for Change Global partners since 2012.
Learning Planet Institute is the holder of the Design for Change approach in France.
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