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Session 2
11:20-12:30
BAMBI BETTS -- Raising the Bar on Teacher Quality: Creating a Teacher Evaluation Program (Part 2)
Quality teaching is the most essential ingredient in an effective school. This workshop is designed to provide those involved in the evaluation or appraisal of teachers in international schools with a set of practical skills for putting an effective evaluation program in place. It will be useful to school heads, principals and other school leaders who evaluate faculty. Through a series of active learning opportunities, participants will explore answers to the following questions: 1) What are the purposes of teacher evaluation?, 2) What are the essential components of an effective evaluation program?, 3) What criteria should be used to evaluate teacher performance and progress?, 4) What are the inherent problems and issues of evaluations programs?, 5) What data sources are most effective?, 6) Are there unique features of teacher evaluation programs in international schools?, 7) What are the key learnings from teacher evaluation research from the last decade?
KEVIN DOWNING -- The Impact of Nature and Nurture on Learning and Teaching
This presentation will consider the evidence for and against the reported “effects” of nature and nurture on learning and teaching. For example, are Asian students different from their so-called western counterparts, and what lies at the heart of any perceived differences?
JUDITH GUY & EDWARD LAWLESS -- Initiatives and Directions in the IB
This presentation will review recent developments and new initiatives in the IB. The wider challenges for schools and the IB organization as a whole in broadening access and in meeting its mission will be discussed in this context. The presentation will specifically focus on how the organization is addressing the key questions of: How is the IB evolving and changing to meet the changing demands and needs of schools, teachers, and students? How is the organization ensuring that the IB remains fit for purpose?
JOSH RECKORD / BILL KENTTA - Just Listen
Most of us have been conditioned to be poor listeners. Few of us have received any formal training on how to become better listeners. Yet listening takes up more of our waking hours than any other activity. Attend this session to learn about your listening style, listening faults, and how to become a better listener.
JOHN LITTLEFORD -- The Big Bang: Transition Issues that Undermine Governance
In the international school scene, the tenure of most heads often is less than five years because of a lack of transition planning following a search, combined with the loss of institutional memory on the board. Boards may think they do not need a transition plan and immediately place multiple demands for change upon the new head of school. In executing those plans, without yet knowing the cultural context, many heads unknowingly are digging their own “graves.” This session will point out patterns of success and failure following searches and how capable heads can sidestep the typical “holes in the road” and beat the odds.
DENNIS MCLOUGHLIN -- High Trust Leadership Skill that Put Vision into Action... Action into Results!
This is a “hands on” High Trust Leadership positive skills development workshop which deals head on with the reality of the school culture: hurt negative teachers, rude demanding people, rumors, lack of previous leadership, ...all positive, all solutions, all High Trust!
TONI MULLEN / LIESBET RECTER -- “The Voice of Experience” An International Alumni Panel Discussion
Over 14,000 students, parents, and faculty comprise the International School of Kuala Lumpur’s alumni family. How does the experience of being an international school alumnus impact one’s life? How can the school support this expanding community? Five ISKL alumni from various decades and perspectives share reflections and impressions on their experiences as alumni of an international school. The panel will also discuss the implications of staying connected to one’s alma mater.
MAYA NELSON -- School Within A School – A Unique Special Education Model
Meeting the needs of students with learning differences has become increasingly challenging. The School Within A School model is one alternative on how to include students into our international schools and successfully provide them with the instruction that they need. Learn more about this model, Taipei American School’s success, and the process of implementing this special education model into your school.
MARGARET SHIBUYA / KATHLEEN RIGGINS -- The Virtues Project: Simple Strategies to Empower Learners
The five strategies of the Virtues Project are presented; Speak the Language of the Virtues, Recognize Teachable Moments, Set Clear Boundaries, Honor the Spirit, and The Art of Spiritual Companioning. The use of these strategies creates a safe environment for learning and provides a positive framework for all school interactions.
