Developing Independent, Self Directed Thinkers & Learners We are living in challenging times... and also times of great opportunity. The very best gift we can give to our students is to prepare them to adapt and to develop their full potential in this fast-changing world. Teachers make every other profession possible and, in a dynamic teaching environment, deciding what to include and leave out of the curriculum is important. This workshop will explore 7 key ideas as well as the importance of authentic learning and developing the dispositions of the Habits of Mind. In this fast-paced 3 hour workshop, you will explore 7 important keys for teaching ... • Understanding how the brain learns • Minimising the Fear Factor • Teaching contextualised content • Empowering students to think • Hook learners with authentic learning • Never work harder than your students • Assessing for Learning
Plus... you will explore how to teach within an authentic context and integrate the Habits of Mind seamlessly into your classroom. You’ll also learn... • What the 16 Habits of Mind are • Practical ways to use and implement and develop the Habits of Mind • How to foster the use of the Habits of Mind in school and at home • How teacher language affects the thinking and learning process • How a shared vision for teachers can make a significant difference to children’s lives.
NEW ZEALAND 2012 Tour Dates
AUSTRALIAN 2012 Tour Dates
Christchurch..... 27th February Blenheim.......... 28th February Nelson.............. 29th February Wellington......... 1st March Auckland.......... 6th March Hamilton........... 7th March New Plymouth... 8th March Gisborne........... 13th March Napier.............. 14th March P. North............ 15th March Tauranga.......... 1st May Rotorua............ 2nd May
Perth..........21st March Newcastle...26th March Sydney.......27th March Canberra....28th March Brisbane.....29th March
For more details go to www.spectrumeducation.com
Karen Boyes is described as Australasia’s “Mrs Education.” An expert in effective teaching, learning and living, Karen turns research into practical and simple to use techniques that create success. As the Founder of Spectrum Education, an author, publisher of the Teachers Matter magazine and an Associate Director of the Institute for the Habits of Mind, Karen is an expert of teaching and learning throughout the world. A dynamic presenter, she inspires teachers and students globally.
