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Ancestral Intelligence: Sustainable Models
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Our ancestors built empires with environmental intelligence and deep respect for natural systems. Now, as the world turns to 3D-printed mud houses and other ancient principles reimagined for modern times, this project could not be more timely — or more relevant.
About The Project
The Ancestral Intelligence – Sustainable Models project brings African Studies into Barbados’ primary schools through project-based learning. Students explore the science, math, and sustainability behind ancient African architecture, recreating landmarks like the Timbuktu’s Djinguereber Mosque and Great Pyramids.
The programme blends history, culture, and STEM, with creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, to build the models, while promoting pride in African heritage.
Four pilot schools will participate, with students collaborationg to build the sustainable models that will be showcased during African Awareness Month and Africa Day.
When The Diasporadical Initiative approached us to participate in this pilot, we were delighted. Having collaborated with them before, we’ve seen first-hand how their passion makes learning not just engaging but transformative for our children.
This initiative is timely and welcomed as it facilitates and supports the MEdT’s drive to incorporate Project Based Learning into our classroom lessons ⎯ Ms Kim Brathwaite, Principal, St. Catherine’s Primary School.
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The Diasporadical Initiative Launches ‘Ancestral Intelligence: Sustainable Models’ Pilot Project in Barbados Primary Schools
Primary school students in Barbados are exploring sustainability through African ancestral knowledge in Ancestral Intelligence: Sustainable Models, a 12-week learning initiative by The Diasporadical Initiative.
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