A new Ottawa school is starting the new school year promising less time behind desks, more time learning outdoors and no homework. So we have the children really learning outside — learning in parks, learning in the community." Following the Finnish model means the new school will offer more learning outside of the typical classroom setting. (CBC)While the curriculum is inspired by the Finnish model, it doesn't copy the system exactly. A school really where children learn and live close to home."

Source: CBC News September 04, 2017 15:01 UTC