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Saturday Nov 11, 2023

112 - Ken Shelton: International Keynote Speaker, Education Strategist and Consultant, Learning Experience Designer, Diversity Equity Inclusion Expert, Anti Bias and Antiracist Trainer

Saturday Nov 11, 2023

Ken shares his perspective, experience and work focused on supporting companies, educators and schools in building an inclusive culture that also supports meaningful cross-cultural connections and building a responsive service learning program that goes beyond performative gestures. Looking at how International Schools can include these perspectives and approaches in a meaningful manner. Ken also works extensively on Organizational Leadership and School Transformation.

About Ken Shelton

Ken (He/Him/His) is a highly distinguished professional in the field of education, carrying a Master’s degree in Education with a specific focus on Educational Technology and New Media Design and Production. His academic background is complemented by over two decades of hands-on teaching experience, with a significant part of his career devoted to shaping young minds at the Middle School level through the lens of technology.

Ken is an esteemed member of the Educational Technology community, standing tall with accolades from leading global tech entities such as Apple, Google, and Microsoft. He holds the esteemed title of an Apple Distinguished Educator, a Google Certified Innovator, and a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, signifying his active and influential role in advancing educational technology.

Ken’s expertise extends to the sphere of policy-making, being a notable figure in the California State Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Education Technology Task Force. A committed advocate for equal learning opportunities, he regularly imparts knowledge and insights through keynote speeches, personalized consulting, organizational culture/change, school/district transformation, and hands-on workshops. His range of expertise covers an array of topics, including but not limited to, Organizational Leadership, Policy Analysis, Inclusive Learning Environments, Antibias/Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Multimedia Literacy, Cultural Intelligences, Design and Career and Technical Education (CTE).

Recognized by the International Society for Technology in Education, Ken was the proud recipient of the Digital Equity Professional Learning Network Excellence Award in 2018 and the Making IT Happen Award in 2022 due to his extraordinary commitment, leadership, courage, and persistence in improving digital learning opportunities for students. His unyielding dedication to enhancing digital learning opportunities for students led him to be acknowledged as an influencer to follow by EdTech Magazine.

Ken’s influence transcends borders, having been invited to speak at numerous global conferences, schools, NGOs, and education-related gatherings. His wealth of practical experience, knowledge, and perspectives provide invaluable support to various organizations, including State Departments of Education, Ministries of Education, and non-profits.

Currently, among many things, Ken provides insightful guidance as a member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Board for several technological firms and non-profit organizations. His responsibilities extend beyond advisory roles to include policy analysis, platform evaluation, and community outreach, alongside aiding in the creation of fair and inclusive recruitment and retention programs. His endeavors aim to build a more equitable, inclusive future in the world of technology and education.

Ken Shelton on Social Media

Twitter/X: k_shelton

Instagram: kshelton

LinkedIn: KenAShelton

Tik Tok: TheKenShelton

Website: kennethshelton.net

Resources

Blog: https://www.kennethshelton.net/mindful-musings/
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion https://www.kennethshelton.net/speaking-and-training/#diversity
Cultural Relevance/Responsive
https://www.kennethshelton.net/speaking-and-training/#cultural
Microsoft Antiracist Educator Kit https://educationblog.microsoft.com/en-us/2021/02/bring-social-justice-and-anti-racism-conversations-into-your-classroom
Book Creator Inclusion and Representation https://bookcreator.com/2023/03/why-representation-matters-crafting-an-equitable-learning-environment-for-all/
Techquity: Going from Digital Poverty to Digital Empowerment https://www.ascd.org/el/articles/techquity-going-from-digital-poverty-to-digital-empowerment

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Saturday Oct 28, 2023

111 - A conversation with Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research - ISC Research

Saturday Oct 28, 2023

In this episode, Nalini Cook talks about the data, intelligence and trends on the international schools market gathered by ISC Research, the leading provider of English-medium K-12 international school data. ISC Research has been collecting market intelligence and data on international schools throughout the world since 1994. Nalini will explore some of the key trends, possible future trajectories and how ISC Research provides this important service to international schools.

About Nalini Cook

Nalini Cook is Head of Global Research at ISC Research. Based in the UAE, Nalini leads a team of skilled Field Researchers who visit hundreds of international schools and speak with a variety of school leaders each year to gather the very latest qualitative insights into the international schools market.

Nalini Cook on Social Media

https://twitter.com/ISC_Research

https://www.facebook.com/weareISCresearch

https://www.linkedin.com/company/isc-research-limited/

https://www.instagram.com/iscresearch/

https://www.tiktok.com/@weareiscresearch

https://www.youtube.com/c/iscresearch

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nalinicook/

Resources

ISC Research podcast, Heads Up - Heads Up (buzzsprout.com)

International School Leader Magazine - https://iscresearch.com/isl-magazine/

ISC Research Community - https://iscresearch.com/community/

Free white paper on ‘Why more international schools keep opening’ - https://iscresearch.com/reports/why-more-schools-keep-opening/

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Saturday Oct 14, 2023

110 - Admission and transition with Heidi Reid, Vasco Dimitroff, and Matt Craig

Saturday Oct 14, 2023

Admissions and transition is a critical piece for international schools. How you approach these workflows, with the mindset of the school community and making it engaging is a complex and important process to juggle.

We explore with our three guests some best practices and thoughts from their respective research and work in this area. We will also explore the creative tensions impacting admissions teams and the landscape of International School enrollment across different geographic regions and types of schools.

Heidi Reid

CEO

International Diagnostic & Admissions Test (IDAT) https://www.idat.org/

Masters of TESOL, Grad Dip Ed (Primary), MBA (Human Resource Management).

Educated in Canada and Australia, Heidi has worked in international education for more than 25 years in Canada, Japan, Hong Kong and Australia. Heidi is a qualified primary school teacher with ESL specialisations and has been a spokesperson and leader for international education. She is the founder and managing director of the International Diagnostic & Admissions Test (IDAT) and is based in Australia.

The IDAT was created as a new and different way to use admissions assessments to create a profile of incoming students to international schools, so they can be supported from their first day of learning.

https://www.idat.org/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-reid-04698429/

https://www.instagram.com/idat_test/

https://www.facebook.com/IDATtest

Vasco Dimitroff

Senior Marketing Manager

Admissions and School-to-Home

Faria Education Group https://www.faria.org/

Masters in Marketing (University of West London)

With over 15 years of marketing experience across multiple public and private sector industries, and 5 years in EdTech, Vasco is passionate about helping international and independent schools to deliver a superior experience for students and families, staff and alumni across the entire lifecycle, from enquiry to enrolment and beyond.

In addition to driving the adoption of pioneering EdTech, empowering admissions and marketing teams to realise their mission and vision, and collaborating with Faria Education Group’s teaching and learning business units to provide a unified solution, he is committed to growing and engaging a global community of likeminded professionals through inspiring professional development initiatives (printed publications such as the International Admissions Bulletin, webinars, in-person conferences and events).

bit.ly/Admissions-Bulletin

bit.ly/School-Resources

bit.ly/OA-Webinars-On-Demand

bit.ly/OABenchmark

bit.ly/OA-Upcoming-Events

bit.ly/Vasco-LinkedIn

Matt Craig

Manager

Faria Education Group https://www.faria.org/

OpenApply Sales & Accounts

Having worked as an Education Consultant and as a school admissions professional at leading international schools in the UK, Matt has years of experience in the education sector. Matt now works with OpenApply, supporting schools looking to significantly improve their admissions experience and eliminate wasted administration time in the admission office.

OpenApply supports every key function in the admissions office, helping schools to find their best-fit students & families and in helping them optimize their admissions processes.

bit.ly/OA-Case-Studies

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcraigedu/

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Saturday Sep 30, 2023

109 - A conversation with four international school librarians from around the globe

Saturday Sep 30, 2023

A conversation with four international school librarians from around the globe, looking at how libraries are navigating accelerated change, amplifying the importance of information literacy, promoting reading, DEIJ collections and the creative tensions brought about by AI and 24/7 connectivity. Together they share their learnings and different approaches in managing a library in an international school setting, and the opportunities and challenges.

Tracey Fish Lower

School Librarian

International School of Luxembourg

Jaye Shaer

Head Librarian

Western Academy of Beijing

Jaye Shaer is the High School Librarian and Extended Essay Coordinator at the Western Academy of Beijing. Jaye has worked as an educator for more than 25 years first as an English teacher and then for the last 18 years as a Middle School and High School librarian. She has led workshops for teachers and librarians on AI integration in schools, LGBTQIA+ representation in the library, librarians and the Extended Essay and starting a school library makerspace.

Email: jaye_shaer@wab.edu

Marion van Engelen

High School Librarian

Branksome Hall Asia

Marion van Engelen is HS Librarian at Branksome Hall Asia, in South Korea, and has worked as a Librarian in 8 international schools for more than 25 years. She is one of the founding members of the Shanghai Librarians Network. Marion has presented on information literacyand CIS Accreditation at conferences and enjoys the opportunity this gives to collaborate with colleagues from all over the world. Marion tries to learn the local language of every country that she has lived in, with varying results, but it was always fun and worth the effort. She is also an experienced and qualified yoga instructor, offering classes to her colleagues and older students.

Zenlibrarian.com

Resources I love:

* www.Elicit.org (although they are going behind a paywall I gather)

* ChatGPT (if used in the right way, with good prompts)

*Ditchthattextbook.com (great tips and templates to keep your teaching fresh, plus AI support)

*Down Dog Yoga app (almost free, great app to get your daily yoga in, customisable time and level)

* EE website of Branksome Hall Asia With many thanks to Jeri Hurd for creating this! If you like it, copy the site and customise to make it your own.

Kim Tyo-Dickerson

Head of Libraries & Upper School Librarian

International School of Amsterdam

Kim Tyo-Dickerson is the Upper School Librarian and Head of Libraries at the International School of Amsterdam. Kim has a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) from Syracuse University in Syracuse, New York, a Master of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Studies from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She is one of the founding members of the grassroots professional learning project International Teacher Librarians Lead (inTLlead) and is committed to world libraries, literatures, and literacies. Originally from the United States, she has lived on three continents and worked in international school libraries for 17 years in Europe and Africa. Kim’s languages include English, German, and Dutch.

https://isa.nl.libguides.com/isalibraries

International Librarians Lead - inTLlead.org

How We Read Now: Strategic Choices for Print, Screen, and Audio by Naomi S. Baron

https://global.oup.com/academic/product/how-we-read-now-9780190084097?cc=nl&lang=en&

Also available with OC/OU lending model on OverDrive

NoodleTools Research Management Platform - “Citing ChatGPT, Bard and other AI tools”

https://www.noodletools.com/blog/citing-ai/

“Artificial intelligence in IB assessment and education: a crisis or an opportunity?”

https://blogs.ibo.org/2023/02/27/artificial-intelligence-ai-in-ib-assessment-and-education-a-crisis-or-an-opportunity/

“Why ChatGPT is an opportunity for schools” by Dr Matthew Glanville, Head of Assessment Principles and Practice, published 28 February 2023 in The Sunday Times

https://www.ibo.org/news/news-about-the-ib/why-chatgpt-is-an-opportunity-for-schools/

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Saturday Sep 16, 2023

108 - A conversation with LeeAnne Lavender

Saturday Sep 16, 2023

LeeAnne shares learnings and reflections on Service Learning and Global Citizenship Education in schools. LeeAnne leverages storytelling as the vehicle by which educators can listen and learn from each other. Her primary focus is on helping individuals and communities use storytelling to create cultures that celebrate global citizenship and sustainability. In our conversation we explore with LeeAnne what does this look like in an international school context.

About LeeAnne Lavender

LeeAnne is an educational consultant, coach and facilitator for international educators. She specializes in storytelling, digital storytelling, service learning and global citizenship, and she loves partnering with schools and teachers to create learning experiences that have impact and lead to deep learning and service as action.

In addition to working independently as a consultant and coach and offering a range of online courses for educators, LeeAnne is also the Service Learning Program Coordinator for the Association of International Schools in Africa and a storyteller for Inspire Citizens and PeerSphere.

You can learn more about LeeAnne at https://www.leeannelavender.com/.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LeeanneLavender
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leeanne-lavender/

Resources

LeeAnne’s blog, which features numerous posts about the role and power of storytelling in relation to service learning and global citizenship: https://www.leeannelavender.com/blog

A padlet showcasing a range of service learning/global citizenship examples from PreK-12 international schools, many of which feature storytelling in a variety of ways: https://padlet.com/leeanne_lavender/service-learning-global-citizenship-examples-z49z3tjrb3ioesp1

UNESCO guide: story circles and deep listening for intercultural competencies

Impact, a grade 5 storytelling & global citizenship site designed to connect language arts & social studies curriculum to citizen journalism & action: https://sites.google.com/sasaustin.org/impact?pli=1

Citizen C, a high school site that uses storytelling to create a culture of global citizenship: https://www.concordiashanghai.org/citizenc/ginspiration

Digital Storytelling: A Catalyst for Civic Readiness & Global Citizenship: A webinar with the Digital Citizenship Institute

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TeESNRP5Y5s&t=1s

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Saturday Sep 02, 2023

107 - A conversation with IT Directors Christina Devitt and Charlotte Diller

Saturday Sep 02, 2023

Christina and Charlotte share their extensive experience as Director of Learning Innovation and eLearning and Director of Technology in International Schools in Asia, the Caribbean and Middle East. An opportunity to share their learning in these roles in an international school. Reflecting on the changing dynamics in the age of accelerated change and AI. How to manage, navigate and lead with this accelerated change in a school setting, and what are some learnings and approaches to consider for education leaders in education technology.

About Christina Devitt

Christina Devitt is an advocate for empowering learners with technology. Having taught in five schools spanning three decades of revolutionary technological change, she brings experience in curriculum and technology leadership along with the implementation of two 1:1 programs to her current role as Director of Learning Innovation and Technology at The American Community School of Abu Dhabi. With an educational background in computer science and philosophy, Christina enjoys grappling with the opportunities and challenges that impact schools in our digitally connected world.

Twitter: @cdevitt
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/cdevitt

About Charlotte Diller

Charlotte Diller has over 20 years of experience transforming teaching and learning in schools with a focus on identifying school needs, engaging all stakeholders, focusing on results and effectively planning for and utilizing current and emerging technologies to bring about systemic school improvement. Charlotte has a love for learning, a passion for play and a belief in teamwork to transform teaching and learning.

Charlotte has worn a variety of classroom, leadership and technology hats including middle school science teacher, grade 6 teacher, assistant professor, technology facilitator, assistant principal, head of information literacy and staff learning, future of learning co-chair and director of technology. She has lived and worked in the USA, Hong Kong, Oman, and Malaysia. Charlotte is currently the Director of Technology at the International School of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Charlotte came to education after working in the business world in the computer and publishing industries. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, a Masters of Arts in Teaching and is an Apple Distinguished Educator (ADE). A lifelong learner and avid reader, she also enjoys kickboxing, dancing, gardening and watching K-Dramas.

Twitter: @cdiller
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/cdiller/

John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org

Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantcz/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanTaylorAE
Web: www.appsevents.com

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Saturday Aug 19, 2023

106 - Carlos Davidovich Executive Coach Neuromanagement Expert - Speaker - Author - International TEDx Speaker

Saturday Aug 19, 2023

Carlos shares his experience coaching and working with leaders around the world, in both an international school context and corporate setting focusing on "bully leaders". Carlos shares some of the learnings, experiences from his work, and combines this with his latest book "Five Brain Leadership". Exploring how our brains are wired to impact our dispositions as leaders and how to leverage this knowledge in an international school setting.

About Carlos Davidovich

Carlos has extensive experience supporting the development of leaders and management teams alike on an international scale . Raised and educated in Argentina, Carlos has been living and working between Europe , USA and Canada for over 20 years , where he has become an Executive Coach giving workshops and lectures on Neuromanagement , applying neuroscience in organizations and businesses . Currently , he resides in Madrid working with clients from all sorts of cultures around the world Originally trained as a medical doctor in Argentina, Carlos draws on this medical background and understanding of the brain to apply Neuromanagement coaching modalities that lead to evident and sustainable change for his clients. Over the course of his early career , for more than 20 years , he has also gained management experience in business executive roles working for multinationals pharmaceutical companies in the area of Biotechnology applied to human health He is a professor of Neuromanagement in the MBA programs at the University of New York in Prague, Czech Republic, and at GEA in Ljubljana , Slovenia; a guest lecturer for the Masters in Leadership program at the Lang School of Business and Economics at the University of Guelph, and a thought leader with the Institute of Coaching at McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate Co author of the book : PersonalityDNA . Discover Your True Personality”, Author of the book : “Five Brain Leadership How Neuroscience Can Help You Master Your Instincts and Build Better Teams”, January 2023. He is also an international TEDx Speaker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uhk JSgrGx0

Education

Medical Doctor Degree from Argentina
Internal Medicine Residency Program at the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina
Clinical Psychopathology Postgraduate Diploma from the University of Barcelona, Spain
Roche International Managers and Executive Development Course at Lausanne Business School
Psychotherapy and Hypnosis Certification from the Erikson Institute in Madrid, Spain
Tai Chi Trainer: University Las Palmas, Spain

Carlos Davidovich on Social Media

Website: www.carlosdavidovich.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlosdavidovich/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ncdavidovich/

Resources

Five Brain Leadership: How Neuroscience Can Help You Master Your Instincts and Build Better Teams

Carlos Davidovich MD and Jennifer Brunton PhD

Page Two Press (Enero 2023)

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Sunday Aug 06, 2023

105 - Small International Schools - Jeremy Majeski, Jimena Zalba, and Michael Hibbeln

Sunday Aug 06, 2023

Small International Schools are wide spread around the world, with their size come different dynamics in the culture, structures, educator and leadership approaches, finances juggling the daily workflows and community building, Jimena, Jeremy and Michael who have started an ECIS (https://www.ecis.org/) "Intentionally Small Schools" special interest group join us and share their experiences as small international school leaders and together we explore the uniqueness of small international school and the creative tensions that come with such schools.

Dr. Jimena Zalba

Primary Principal

The International School of Belgrade

https://www.isb.rs/

Dr. Jeremy Majeski

Principal

Frankfurt International School Wiesbaden Campus

https://www.fis.edu/

Dr. Michael J. Hibbeln

Director

International School of Krakow

https://iskonline.org/

About Dr. Jimena Zalba

Jimena Zalba is an educational leader with over 22 years serving international schools in Serbia, Czech Republic, Romania and Cambodia. During her tenure as a school leader, Jimena has, in close collaboration with her colleagues, led the design and implementation of innovative school improvements with high impact on student learning. When teachers and colleagues describe Jimena, they use words such as ‘caring’, ‘change agent’ and ‘systems thinker’. Jimena leverages these qualities and competencies to build and sustain thriving school cultures with a relentless commitment to learning and wellbeing for all members of a community. In addition to being a transformational and constructivist leader, Jimena is a passionate and avid learner. She holds a Masters in Education, a Post-Master’s in Educational Leadership and a Doctorate in Education (EdD) in July 2021. Her EdD research focused on developing the professional capacity of educators in international schools.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jimenazalba

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimena-zalba-edd-23828549/

About Dr. Jeremy Majeski

Dr. Jeremy Majeski is currently the principal at Frankfurt International School’s Wiesbaden Campus, a preschool through grade eight international school. Prior to this, Jeremy served as the elementary school principal at the American School of Barcelona as well as an elementary educator and administrator in the Chicago suburbs. Jeremy has been recognized for his work in leading efforts in making schools more welcoming for LGBTQ+ staff, students, and families.

He recently completed his doctorate in leadership in curriculum and instruction from Aurora University’s School of Education where his research focused on the experiences of gay and lesbian parents and schools. Jeremy has presented on topics of literacy, technology and leadership at conferences including the Illinois Reading Association, National Association of Elementary School Principals, District Administration and The Bett Show. In addition to his work in schools, Jeremy is an adjunct professor, teaching graduate courses in curriculum, instruction and leadership.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jjmajeski

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jeremy-j-majeski-08693832/?originalSubdomain=de

About Dr. Michael Hibbeln

Dr. Michael Hibbeln is Director of the International School of Kraków, Poland. Prior to his current role he served as the Elementary School Principal at Shanghai American School in Shanghai, China.

Michael’s career in education has taken him to

Thailand, Paraguay, the USA (Michigan), Italy, and

China. He holds a Ph.D. in Education Organizational Leadership, Policy and Development from the University of Minnesota, as well as a M.Ed. in K-12 Education Administration and Leadership from Michigan State University.

Michael's research interests lie in the factors that lead to the development of student intercultural competence in international schools. Using clear systems and frameworks that bring a school's mission to life and drive school transformation, rather than only school improvement, is what excites him most about his work in school communities.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MjHibbeln

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-hibbeln-2b62b191

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