Presentations

Based on Ryan and Deci's Self-Determination Theory model, we will explore how we might support our learners' basic psychological need for relatedness (a sense that one matters, that we are interconnected, that we are included and cared for) by intentionally co-constructing the optimal conditions for their wellbeing.

As a result of rapid changes in student demographics, many international schools are faced with visibly entrenched student cliques based on nationality (or language), which may appear to undermine the school’s mission to nurture ‘international-mindedness’ and parents’ desire for their children to learn English and become ‘international’.

Leading Innovation requires a different leadership approach.

The presentation begins with a reflection on my 3 year journey in leading a English Language Makerspace project in a local HK secondary school.

App smashing is the process of using multiple apps in conjunction with one another to complete a final task or project

Afraid to move towards innovative learning environments because teachers won't be able to adapt?

Most work environments require collaboration. In a classroom, collaboration is mandatory if the teaching assistant and the teacher(s) are to work together towards a common goal that enhances student learning.

MacGyver (a cheesy 80s adventure show starring Richard Dean Andersen) was about a hero who was able to make something out of nothing (and a swiss army knife) to get himself out of sticky situations.

Tech tools can be integrated into our classrooms in a layered way for differentiation.

Faculty and course developers often resort to shorthand when describing options for online learning, including traditional, web-based, synchronous, asynchronous, hybrid, blended, and bichronous.