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Register for this webinar to find out how the use of ChatGPT helps students develop self regulation. SRL or SDL is a key competency for learners to develop. It would be interesting to see how an artificial "expert" helps to scaffold this development and how we as the human experts can use AI as a tool in the classroom for this purpose. As human experts, embracing AI and adopting it as part of our toolbox is the next big evolution for future ready educators. https://lnkd.in/ghgPXcbS

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If it's not yet on your calendar, save the date: 10-11 October 2024 the German European School in Singapore will host the 5th Data in Schools Conference. The theme for the conference will be data for strategic planning. Keynotes include James Stronge and Steve McGinnes. If you are an international educator and into data, then this conference is for you. It is a chance to connect with teachers, coaches, administrators, with data geeks, engineers, and scientists, to figure out how we can use data to make a difference. For more information about the event, email info@datainschools.org. Chris Smith Ben Summerton

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Discover how Infilogi helps teachers and students personalise education to support academic success. From adaptive learning pathways to customised feedback - learn how our advanced tools are rigorously designed to help you adapt your teaching and learning to inch perfection. Read more here:

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AI has the potential to transform education, but responsible and strategic implementation is key. NetStrategy can assist your school in navigating its AI journey, from conducting readiness assessments to implementing solutions that empower educators, personalise learning, and create a thriving future for your school community.

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Really excited (and very nervous) to be presenting a case study next month at the CABS Learning, Teaching and Student Experience conference. The title of the case study is 'Students’ creative use of digital storytelling, to increase inclusiveness and student engagement with business and management theoretical topics.' Anyone that knows me, will know this encompasses all of my passions - #inclusivity #digitallearning #creativity #pedagogy #business #highereducation

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I have just read an insightful report by Dr. Michael Johnston at The New Zealand Initiative about the impact of generative AI on education. AI has the potential to personalize learning and provide instant feedback, but are we risking the essential human touch in classrooms? How can we strike a balance where AI supports rather than replaces our teachers? And what about data privacy and security? It is clear that we need a science-based framework for AI integration, but what should it look like?

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The #PYPx was a great success as students sharpened their inquiry skills, and understood more about themselves, their interests and making a better world. #SDGs The research process, art representations and presentations were the beginning of the journey. Since then many of our students have taken action on their chosen topic. This has included: Creating new systems during recess so all students ( no matter their ability) can access the basketball court and football pitch. Buddy benches for students who are lonely. Working with our canteen food partners to reduce food waste. Highlighting the importance of balance of using technology in and out of school. Together we can make a difference and the students we work with have the ability to be the change. How educators and schools equip them with the skills, understand andknowledge to make a difference will be crucial to #makeachange. #UnleashPotential

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Another Tertiary Education Future is Possible! Recent discussion about the finances of U.K. universities and the demand for tertiary education in many developing nations reminded me of a report published three years ago describing how more affordable systems of higher education can be created. The brainchild of five professors at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the report entitled “Ideas for designing an affordable new educational institution” maps out some of the changes that can be made to reduce costs and maintain or enhance quality. The changes offer the prospects of more people having access to life changing education at reduced cost. The trick as with so many other things in life is to have a plan and to work with others inside and outside the organisation on its implementation.

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🎬 Today at the Joint Union Leadership Forum was truly inspiring! 🌟 We kicked off with insightful presentations and workshops covering a wide range of crucial topics for educators and school leaders. 📚 Workload Agreement: We dived deep into the ins and outs, discussing strategies to balance responsibilities effectively with a clear focus on the work life balance required in the professional. Learning to prioritise the needs of your school - say no for a better future for all. 🔍 ETI - A New Era of Inspection: Exciting times ahead with a low-stakes, supportive approach focusing on growth rather than grades. ⏰ Time Budgets: Essential tips on managing your staff’s time and protecting yourself as a school leader. ♿ Disability and Reasonable Accommodation:Important discussions on supporting our colleagues with disabilities, ensuring inclusivity in our schools. 📅 SEND Transformation: Are you ready for September 2024? We explored upcoming changes and how to best prepare. A day full of learning, sharing, and empowering each other! 💪✨ #UnionLeadership #Education #SchoolLeaders #Inspiration #Inclusion #Support #FutureReady

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Do watch this short video of my colleague Vinod Karate speaks about designing effective data-driven monitoring systems to improve teaching and learning quality drawn from our experience of supporting states in implementing #FLN programs. Central Square Foundation

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Meeting an AR and VR expert Discussing how to incorporate the new technology into the extra curricular activities to support individual learning

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[GESS Magazine] Better learning outcomes for our students are at the very core of what we do at GESS. By embracing a data-driven approach to better understand our students, shared insights will allow our experienced educators to truly know each student and personalise high quality teaching and support. We speak with Rebecca Scrivener on steering this important function, what her team does and her vision. Get to know them more! https://ow.ly/L9xU50Sbnwa #GESSMagazine #FreedomToGrow

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Visualising learning journeys - an experiment. We need to get better at collaborating across professional and disciplinary boundaries in universities. To create effective learning environments for students requires input from academics, professional service colleagues, and students themselves. But how do we foster such conversations in ways that are inclusive, creating space for the rich diversity that comes from different perspectives, and productive? We are quite wedded to words in HE - writing lots of them is the entry point to academia for a lot of us, we are judged on the quality of our writing (academics and students), we craft policies which seem to provide us with a sense of organisational safety in the face of new or complex challenges Drawing could offer us a new way to communicate - if we are brave enough. Its a quick way of fleshing out ideas and creates tangible boundary objects which can facilitate shared understanding across expetise and organisational silos. Having done a taster session with WorkVisible Studios, I have been practicing drawing, focusing on whether it does the job rather than whether it is accomplished or not. Today we are running a workshop for University of Manchester colleagues on Visualising Student Learning Journeys. I am really looking forward to participating and seeing others engage: what ideas will excite people, how will they use their new skills, what possibilities will be created?

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.@CSTvoice has published a conceptual model with 12 components of an effective trust-led school improvement approach. The model, the culmination of our inquiry on this topic, is on the new https://lnkd.in/eFJN8GKp 🏫 #SchoolImprovement 🧐 One challenge we faced was the lack of high-quality research into how trusts with strong improvement records achieved their success. @ImpactEd_Group's call for evidence aims to fill this gap by mapping examples to our conceptual model https://lnkd.in/e5SPJFF5 We can draw on other improvement-related research too, such as from industry and health - and of course from the extensive research into school improvement more generally (as opposed to trust-led/group improvement). ✨ An insightful essay by Brown, Stoll & Godfrey (2022) highlights the relationship between system & structural reform, school leadership, evidence-informed practice and teacher development. They argue research-engaged schools & professional learning communities matter. They emphasize creating conditions for teacher development, combining transformational and learner-centred leadership. It also underscores the importance of relationships and trust. I think all of this has implications for trust leaders of improvement and CPD too. It resonates well with components in the @cstvoice conceptual model, like ‘Develop expertise’ and ‘Use evidence’. 🔎 🤝 Trusts can add real value here by facilitating the flow of expertise within and between schools, creating powerful professional learning communities. You can read more in my blog: https://lnkd.in/ef7d6Z4P

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As with many and varied professions, the strategic use of data in school education is critical in order to achieve learning growth and positive student outcomes generally. It facilitates leaders and staff to comprehend what approaches are effective or not, whilst also allowing refinement or change where necessary. The exploration of AI in this paradigm is also an important consideration.

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In this clip from The International Classroom Podcast, Aaron Patching and Ben Edmonds discuss the importance of embracing failure in education. Learn how design thinking fosters resilience and creativity, empowering students to explore endless possibilities. How can educators cultivate a culture of experimentation and innovation in the classroom? Share your thoughts below and catch the full episode https://lnkd.in/dc7DnC22 #Podcast #PodcastClips #PodTok #GrowthMindset #DesignThinking #InnovativeEducation #Shorts #FYP

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As educators, especially those of us who work with students with Special Educational Needs, it's essential to appreciate the complex interplay between perception and perspective. Here are tips to enhance your teaching approach: 1. Recognise and adapt to the unique ways each SEN student perceives and processes sensory information. Personalised strategies are more effective and respectful of individual needs. 2. Try to see the world from your students' perspectives. This understanding will help you create a more supportive and inclusive learning environment. 3. Adjust classroom settings to accommodate sensory sensitivities. Simple changes in lighting, sound, or classroom layout can make a significant difference. 4. Leverage assistive technologies to align teaching methods with your students' perceptual needs. Tools like audio books or speech-to-text software can be incredibly beneficial, and AI is making a whole raft of new approaches accessible. 5. Incorporate activities that enhance perspective-taking skills, such as social stories or role-playing, which help students understand and engage with different viewpoints. 6. Promote collaborative projects that include both SEN and non-SEN students. This not only aids learning but also enhances social integration. Understanding the distinction between perception (how students sense the world) and perspective (how they interpret these senses) can profoundly impact teaching effectiveness, allowing us to create educational experiences, truly inclusive and accommodating of all students’ needs. #SEN #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation #TeachingTips #EducationalEquity

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