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June 5, 2025 42 mins

What if education empowered students not just to learn about the world’s problems—but to solve them?

In this inspiring episode, we dive into the Solutionary Framework developed by the Institute for Humane Education. Learn how this powerful, action-oriented approach is transforming classrooms by equipping students with the critical thinking, compassion, and systems analysis they need to become changemakers.

Our guests, Katie Coppens & Marcela Villan, unpack how educators can use the framework to guide students in identifying real-world problems, investigating root causes, and designing innovative, ethical, and sustainable solutions that benefit people, animals, and the planet.

Whether you're a teacher, leader, or lifelong learner, this episode offers a fresh perspective on what education can—and should—look like in a world that needs more Solutionaries.

 

Learn more about the Institute for Humane Education

Learn about IHE's Micro-credential course for teachers

Learn more about the award-winning Solutionary Framework

 

Bring the Solutionary Program to Your School - 2018 video

Student Reflections on Solutionary Projects (Then & Now)

Katie Coppens 14-day plan for the Environmental Action Project

 

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