SDG Ensure inclusive and equitable quality of education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

The dual aspect in education is underlined in Article 26 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights: on the one hand, each must learn basic reading, writing and computing skills as well as other facts and processes to be able to function within societies and build on what has been achieved worldwide.

On the other hand, education must also “draw forth” the unique capacities inherent in each individual. This latter focus is found in “student-centered education.” Here the “spark of interest” in each student is allowed to grow into a passion, as students are each encouraged to pursue those avenues which develop their own unique potential and fill their lives with meaning. This approach tends to lead to a form of personal development, which, because it is so fulfilling, tends to flower into benevolence toward other people and the greater whole. Within the context of the SIFA Plan such development is fostered together with many ways to further nurture such personal development.

On the other hand, education must also “draw forth” the unique capacities inherent in each individual. This latter focus is found in “student-centered education.” Here the “spark of interest” in each student is allowed to grow into a passion, as Within schools, social relationships and appreciation of diversity is moreover nurtured by project learning.