The document discusses Scotland's new Curriculum for Excellence and how it differs from traditional approaches. It provides an example of a science lesson where students debated a local issue, demonstrating skills like critical thinking. Teachers observed students being more engaged, thinking more in-depth, and gaining greater awareness. The curriculum focuses on how students learn, not just what they learn. It emphasizes skills like literacy, numeracy, health and wellbeing. Partnerships beyond the classroom are also important for learning.