Chapter 4 Learning Beyond the Classroom
Students conducting workshops as part of their collaboration with The Intan
Once partnerships were established, students embarked on a journey of meaningful engagement. Regular discussions and check-ins with their partner organisations provided valuable feedback while fostering strong connections. Weekly team meetings served as spaces for students to brainstorm freely, challenge assumptions and refine their approaches. Early stages often began with unfiltered idea generation, followed by identifying target audiences and evaluating potential solutions. This iterative process reflected the principles of design thinking— a framework that resists rigidity, focusing instead on empathy-driven, human-centred innovation aimed at addressing real-world needs.
A midpoint discussion with Jane Goodall Singapore
As with any authentic learning process, the journey was not without its challenges. Teams frequently encountered conflicting perspectives, impractical ideas, or prototypes that did not perform as intended. Yet, these setbacks proved to be valuable learning moments. The process of troubleshooting, refining and persisting in the face of obstacles fostered resilience and encouraged students to think more critically about the underlying purpose of their projects. Far from discouraging progress, these moments highlighted that meaningful growth often emerges through failure, ultimately strengthening commitment to the initiatives undertaken.
In essence, the Signum Fidei programme serves not only as a platform for intellectual exploration but also as a crucible for character formation. By engaging with authentic societal issues, students learn to innovate responsibly, cultivate empathy and pursue solutions that serve the greater good— hallmarks of a true Lasallian education.
A Zoom presentation with the National Arthritis Foundation
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