Episodes
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Matt shares the journey of founding and running ChildSafeguarding.com. The company’s Child Protection courses and bespoke eLearning platform support schools, educators, staff, volunteers, parents and organizations that work with children. We explore the challenges, opportunities and lessons learned in developing this platform and the critical importance of child safeguarding in any organisation or international school.
About Matt Harris Ed.D.
Matt Harris, Ed.D.’s experience and expertise lie at the intersection of technology, schools, and the global education landscape. Currently, Dr. Harris is the Co-Founder and CEO of ChildSafeguarding.com, an elearning company that offers Child Protection training for adults working with children, such as teachers, support staff, service providers, volunteers, parents, etc. Since launching in 2020, ChildSafeguarding.com has trained over 50,000 people and is currently being used by 500+ schools in over 70 countries. Previously, Dr. Harris worked as an educational leader and teacher in schools and universities in North America and Asia. He served as Chair of the Board of Directors for the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).
Matt Harris Ed.D. on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattharrisedd/
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mattharrisedd/
ChildSafeguarding.com on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/childsafeguarding
Twitter: https://twitter.com/childsafeaware
FB: https://www.facebook.com/childsafeaware
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYRqspESpi07jg4sQpX4YQQ
Resources
Learn more about ChildSafeguarding.com: https://childsafeguarding.com
Free Child Protection Resources: https://childsafeguarding.com/resources
Overview of Child Protection Responsibilities for a School: https://csawa.re/overview
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/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023
116 - Bonus Episode: Altman’s Exit & Bard’s Teen Leap
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Saturday Dec 16, 2023
Dive into a compelling one-hour live discussion that navigates the recent pivotal changes in the world of artificial intelligence, particularly focusing on the educational sector. This engaging session will shed light on the implications of major industry shifts, including Altman's notable departure and Bard's significant advancements targeting younger demographics.
- Key aspects of the discussion will include:
- Understanding the impact of recent leadership changes in the AI industry and their broader implications.
- Analyzing how the introduction of advanced AI tools like Bard is influencing educational methods and student engagement.
- Exploring the challenges and opportunities presented by rapidly evolving AI technologies in schools.
- Discussing strategies for educators to adapt to and integrate these technological advancements effectively.
This event is an essential platform for educators, tech enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intersection of AI and education. It offers a unique opportunity to grasp the current state of AI in education, foresee its future trajectory, and understand how these changes are shaping the learning experience. Join us in this insightful exploration of AI's evolving role in education amidst significant industry shifts.
Speakers: Adam Morris, Ryan Tannenbaum, Greg Clinton, Dan Taylor, Kelly Schuster-Paredes, Warren Apel, Christina DiMicelli
Greg Clinton
Greg Clinton is the Director of Technologies and Research & Development at American International School Chennai. Prior to his current position, Greg taught literature and philosophy at Colegio Franklin Delano Roosevelt in Lima, Peru; Stony Brook University in New York; and American Embassy School, New Delhi; as well as schools in Khartoum, Sudan and Tokyo, Japan. He holds a Master’s degree in Philosophy and a PhD in Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies. He is one of the founding members of an AI in Education Collaborative with membership spanning the globe, and is the leader of the Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (NESA) digital school project.
Ryan Tannenbaum
Ryan is the founder of for.education, an Educational Technology consultancy and services provider that believes educational tools should empower schools, give them ownership of their data and be built for education, not profit. Prior to this, Ryan worked as a teacher of all sorts (language, humanities, computer science), Principal, and tech director at schools in the Asia-Pacific region.
Kelly Schuster-Paredes
Kelly Schuster-Paredes is the co-host of the 'Teaching Python' podcast where she shares expertise in educational technology and computer science globally. Holding a Master’s degree in Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology, she integrates her curiosity, commitment to lifelong learning, and extensive teaching background to innovate in education. She has worked at numerous schools including the American Community School in London, the Franklin Delano Roosevelt School in Lima, and Pine Crest School in Florida. As a pioneering educator, Kelly focuses on bridging the gap between academic theory and industry application, providing students and educators with vital skills and tools for success in our technology-driven world.
Warren Apel
Warren Apel is the Director of Technology at The American School in Japan. He serves as the Regional Technology Consultant for EARCOS and the Global Project Facilitator for the US Dept of State’s World Digital School Project. He is a National Board Certified Teacher, an Apple Distinguished Educator, and a Google for Education Certified Innovator. He co-founded Scholastico and Ecoballot, two successful EdTech startup companies. His personal mission statement is to improve learning through the well-managed and purposeful use of digital technologies. Warren is a founding member of the AI in Education Collaborative.
Dan Taylor
Dan Taylor is the CEO of Appsevents and a cybersecurity in schools specialist. He has been involved in the Google for Education community since 2006 and has trained educators across the globe, from El Salvador to Vietnam.
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
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Saturday Dec 09, 2023
Three educators from around the world, share their expertise, approach, perspectives, and guidance on how this area of learning continues to be an essential ingredient to supporting students and schools, and in some ways even more in an age of 24/7 connectivity
About Leticia Carino
PYP (Primary Years Program) PE teacher at the International School of Phnom Penh, Cambodia
20 years teaching Physical Education from EY to high school. Also taught bilingual kindergarten (Spanish and English) and Grade 3
Lived and worked internationally since 2007 in the US, Holland, China and Cambodia.
Passionate about wellness and leader of a small committee at school to encourage teachers and staff to be well
Twitter: @leticarino
About Mohamad Houran
Director of Community Engagement at the American Community School in Amman
Taught PE from 2004 to 2012. Athletic & Activities Director from 2012 to 2022. Currently Director of Community Engagement.
Worked at the following international schools:
- American Community School Beirut, Lebanon
- Dubai American Academy, UAE
- ICARDA International School of Aleppo, Syria
- Amman Baccalaureate School, Amman, Jordan.
- ACS Amman
Twitter: @HouraniEDU
About Aaron Beighle
Professor, University of Kentucky
Author of nearly 150 articles, books, chapters and blogs related to youth physical activity and physical education
20+ years teaching physical education at the pre-K through university levels having worked with teachers in North America, Asia, Africa, and Europe. Frequent keynote and workshop leader.
Twitter: @aaronbeighle
Resources
INSPIREDBYMOVEMENT
https://inspiredbymovementblog.wordpress.com/
Meaningful PE Conference (Ty Riddick, Jo Bailey, Mel Hamada, Leticia Cariño)
https://youtu.be/jHTYvgSFdFA?si=VDkY_bTzTBJllW-V
Teachers’ sensemaking in implementation of Meaningful Physical Education
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17408989.2023.2260388
Stephanie Beni,Déirdre Ní Chróinín,Tim Fletcher,Jo Bailey,Leticia Cariño Fraisse,Marcus Down,Mel Hamada,Ty Riddick,Milena Trojanovic & Kristen Gross
Is Physical Activity key to our Wellbeing?
https://www.hoddereducationmagazines.com/magazine/psychology-review/27/4/is-physical-activity-the-key-to-our-wellbeing/
Josie Booth explores the relationship between exercise and psychological outcomes
Don’t panic, pandemic PE
https://www.ecis.org/pandemic_pe/
Dynamic Physical Education for Elementary School Children 20th Edition
https://us.humankinetics.com/products/dynamic-physical-education-for-elementary-school-children-20th-edition
DYNAMIC PE ASAP
https://www.dynamicpeasap.com/pages/
Free online resource for teachers to create lessons and yearly schedules for physical education. This site includes lesson ideas, instructional signs, learning outcomes, videos of real teachers teaching real students, and much more
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/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Nov 25, 2023
114 - A conversation with Kirstin Coughtrie of Gaia Learning
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
A conversation with Kirstin of Gaia Learning sharing her experience in supporting and mentoring neurodivergent learners.
Kirstin shares how in her organisation they have been leveraging technology to create a nurturing and caring community of learners in an online school.
With a personalised approach Gaia Learning supports students and parents around the world. A chance to discuss the challenges and opportunities of her work and community.
About Kirstin Coughtrie
Navigating the educational landscape with neurodiversity isn't something you learn from textbooks. Kirstin Coughtrie, who received an ADHD diagnosis later in life while investigating an AuDHD diagnosis for her son, knows this firsthand. She founded Gaia Learning in 2019 when mainstream schooling wasn't working for her family. Gaia Learning is the first online school to be given the ADHD Friendly School Award by the ADHD Foundation and supports neurodivergent learners aged 8-16 in partnership with schools, Local Authorities and home educating parents. Kirstin is a qualified teacher, ADHD Coach, mum of 3 neurospicy tweens and Ambassador for Teaching the SDGs.
Kirstin Coughtrie on Social Media
Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/gaialearning
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/gaialearning
Twitter: https://twitter.com/learnwithgaia
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaialearningonline/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gaialearning/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstin/
Resources
Website
www.gaialearning.co.uk
Gaia Learning Academy - Teacher Training
https://library.gaialearning.co.uk/s/store/courses/Gaia%20Learning%20Academy
Gaialytics software for schools
https://www.gaialytics.tech/
EIGER Standing Desk
https://eigerstandingdesks.com/
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/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Nov 18, 2023
113 - Bonus Episode: Dan and John Chat About Teaching Internationally
Saturday Nov 18, 2023
Saturday Nov 18, 2023
#internationalschoolpodcast Dan and John periodically get together and have a bonus episode on a topic or theme, and share some reflections. In this episode, we share and explore virtual over face to face events, teacher recruitment, different dynamics international schools engage with in this process and related thoughts.
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/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Nov 11, 2023
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
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
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Oct 28, 2023
111 - A conversation with Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research - ISC Research
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
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/
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
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Oct 14, 2023
110 - Admission and transition with Heidi Reid, Vasco Dimitroff, and Matt Craig
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
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.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7081626768360538112/
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/
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
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Sep 30, 2023
109 - A conversation with four international school librarians from around the globe
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
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://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-tyo-dickerson/
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?”
“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/
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
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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Saturday Sep 16, 2023
108 - A conversation with LeeAnne Lavender
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
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
https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000370336
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
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
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
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