Presentations
This presentation will look at the history, purpose, and alternatives to traditional grades in education, and the role grades play in 21st century learning.
Teaching isn't what we were taught, so how can we support parental understanding of current Early Years pedagogy? Using visuals/infographics to explain the importance of learning through play and inquiry, the value of outdoor learning, the benefits of a multiage classroom approach and other topics to build a bridge between home and school. Rethinking parent workshops to engage adults in our learning communities through 'Connect Cafes' as opportunities to build parental understanding.
Unpack “Quadrants of Collaboration” based on the research by Andy Hargreaves and Michael T O'Connor "Leading Collaborative Professionalism"
April 4, 2023 - 15:00
Tired of being controlled by your phone? Constantly pestered by your email? If you would like to pursue an intentional and healthy relationship with technology, both in the workplace and in your personal life, this is the session for you.
The presentation helps the participants to: 1. Recognize that the support staff members are valuable members of the school. 2. Develop their own identity. 3. Learn some strategies effectively work with their foreign colleagues.
This session will highlight the graphic design and video creation tools for student and teacher video content creation. Participants are encouraged to open a free Adobe Express account and activate YouTube prior to the session, though this is not required. Browser | Tablet / iPad | Smartphone apps are available.
April 18, 2023 - 16:00
Geography crosses many disciplines. In this session, you’ll explore Google Geo tools for lessons, activities, and student content creation. We’ll explore Google Earth Projects, Google My Maps, Google ExpeditionsPro, Google Arts & Culture, and 360° imagery with Google Story Spheres. These tools give students enriched learning experiences that opens minds, teaches perspective, and sparks curiosity. As the global pandemic settles, students can use these tools to give voice to the lessons learned through engaging teacher-driven lessons and student content creation that fosters a better understanding of our world.
March 28, 2023 - 16:00
This webinar outlines the first steps in coding with HTML/CSS and help students learn future-ready skills critical for whatever career path they choose.
Presentation will cover the role of distributed leadership in the context of environmental management in schools.
March 7, 2023 - 16:00
The role of community and project-based learning in transforming education for differently able students.