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SESSION 8
SESSION 8 SATuRDAY | 30 MARCH 2013
10:00 - 11:30 JEAN BLAYDES
Strand: Physical Education PC Ford Gym
Action Based Academics “One of the best ways to maximize the brain is through movement.” “Physical activity contributes to better student performance.” “Exercise seems to boost brain function.” Neuroscientists are advocating the importance of movement and physical activity in the learning process. This interactive presentation will emphasize literacy and language acquisition using kinesthetic teaching strategies. Cross curricular lessons in reading, math, social studies, and science will link movement to academic standards.
PETER BOONSHAFT Strand: Band Band Room R102
Inspired Teaching: Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue! Using time-tested wisdom, advances in modern technology, borrowed insights on how students learn, and the message held in a simple blue box we can inspire students to learn and flourish. Useful for conductors and teachers of any level and type of ensemble.
AMY CAMP / KIRSTEN GRAY Strand: Physical Education Dance Studio H041
Music and Movement: Managing Mayhem and Building Community Dance is the synthesis of music and PE, and it’s not just for teaching those subjects! Come learn how to: (1) use dancing to build community and practice large group cooperation and (2) incorporate music and movement into teaching – from everyday habits to special rewards. The session’s dances are great for community dances, or as mixers for grade level exchanges, trips, and orientations. Come ready to move and have a great time!
ANNE MARIE DROZDZ / LuKE DALLAGRANA Strand: Visual Arts M173 Art Can Change the World - The World Can Change Art This workshop will share a unit of work inspired by Teaching for Understanding which takes place under the three disciplines of music, art, and drama. By studying and experiencing the power of the arts, students are encouraged to use their medium for self-empowerment, creative innovation, and initiation of social change within their community. This workshop will show you how we try to inspire students to use art to change the world.
MICHAEL FuRDYK Strand: IT/ Global Issues Luther Hall H216, H217
Becoming a Future Friendly School Are you interested in joining TakingITGlobal’s network of Future Friendly Schools? Learn more about the certification process and how your school can be a part of this global network dedicated to global citizenship, student voice, and environmental stewardship. Future Friendly Schools inspire their students to become social innovators through adopting a technology-rich, challenge-based learning approach. Already involved in programs like these? We can’t wait to learn from you and have you join the network!
DAVID GRAN / KIMBERLY SAJAN Strand: Visual Arts R401
Photoshop for the Traditional Classroom Photoshop has been the industry standard for image editing and digital manipulation for years, and has been at the center of many graphic and digital arts curriculum; but what use does it have in a traditional classroom? In this workshop, we’ll look at how Photoshop can be used to help students visualize new directions for their projects in traditional media. Through this investigation we’ll also cover the basics of the program that will allow a point of entry for new users.
JuLIE HARTLEY Strand: Drama P135
Melodrama: Approaches to being BIG on Stage! Melodrama is an invaluable tool for all drama teachers. Engaging with larger-than-life characters promotes confidence, encourages students to physicalise their roles and teaches the importance of focus and tempo on stage. Actors who explore melodrama learn the meaning of being BIG on stage, and the importance of communicating clearly with an audience. Furthermore, melodrama releases inhibitions and is a fun way to learn about acting! Teachers of students age 10 up to college level are welcome to join us for a practical exploration of melodrama. Participants will leave with a wealth of ideas that can be applied practically in the drama studio.
BRIAN HARTMAN Strand: College Counseling P232
Trends in Student Mobility and Resources for Preparing Global Students (Repeat) International school administrators are seeking effective ways to prepare students for an increasingly global and interconnected world in university and beyond. This session will provide an update on international student mobility and admission trends, focusing on international schools in East Asia. Participants will view rich trend data and discuss how these impact school communities. The College Board’s mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Students benefit from the College Board’s myriad resources, such as the Advanced Placement Program, ReadiStep, PSAT, and SAT, as well as data-driven reports and college counseling tools such as MyRoad and BigFuture. (Sponsored by COLLEGE BOARD)
JOHN JACOBSON Strand: Music Activity Center (HS LL)
Order from Chaos: Taming the Wild Classroom John Jacobson will help you in your efforts at Taming the Wild Classroom. New music, games, dances, and classroom techniques and more to help you conquer with joy that challenging class you unexpectedly found yourself teaching. Also a multitude of tips regarding classroom management, getting and keeping a class’s attention, motivational techniques that work, and more.
SESSION 8 SATuRDAY | 30 MARCH 2013
10:00 - 11:30 CHRISTOPHER KIVER Strand: Music M250
The Quest to Find Quality Choral Literature Every conductor begins by choosing what to sing. In a time when more music is available than ever before, we ironically seem to make more limited musical choices. This session will examine the criteria we use to select repertoire that engages our singers and captivates our audiences.
IAN MOODY Strand: Counseling (K-12) P203
Counseling with Emotional Intelligence The 6 Seconds Emotional Intelligence model provides an ideal framework for counselors and other “helping” professionals in a school whose role is to provide social and emotional support for students, parents, and staff. The key eight areas of this model will be presented in the context of a counselor’s role in a school community, including counseling students, teaching within a program, and conducting parent workshops.
BRENDAN MCGIBBON Strand: Visual Arts M172
School Based Infographics: Arts Methodology as Work In October 2011, inspired by the work of Hans Rosling and David McCandless, I set about the task of representing my school’s mission and vision in a visual infographic. This enjoyable journey revealed much more than I could ever read in school documents. By representing ideas visually I was challenged to consider the fundamental elements of complex ideas in order to redescribe them. This presentation shares the enjoyment of breaking new ground in making school-based art.
JENNY OSTERMILLER Strand: Counseling (K-12) P204
School Mental Health - Prevention and Interventions This workshop will review the role counselors play in promoting mental health in their schools. It will also address common mental health issues faced by students (anxiety, attention difficulties, depression, suicidal behavior, etc.) The focus will be to help counselors recognize the signs of common mental health issues and to know how to intervene and implement strategies for students coping with these issues.
CESAR REYES Strand: Visual Arts R403
Social Sculptures: Building Art Classes Differently In his teaching, Joseph Beuys began a theme of social sculpture that has resonated throughout the art world to this day, but less so in art education. I suggest new ways of restructuring the classroom environment and inviting the powerful ideas of contemporary artists into the mix. Students should walk away from a classroom changed, not simply more knowledgeable.
STEPHEN SHORE Strand: Special Needs P234
Success with Autism and Other Disabilities – through Strengths Considering autism and other disabilities as an expression of the diversity of the human gene pool rather than life limiting disorders, let’s look at how people with these conditions are able to build fulfilling and productive lives. Drawing from the author’s own experiences as well as others with autism and other disabilities, practical solutions in the areas of education, relationships, employment, self-advocacy, and disclosure shall be explored for maximizing the potential of all people; whether they have disabilities or not.
TED TEMERTZOGLOu Strand: Physical Education MS Gym
Technology in PE and Student Success This workshop will investigate “low and high tech” strategies to help students succeed in PE. Discover online materials available to students, including quizzes, light boards, PowerPoint slides and bell ringers, developed by Thompson Educational Publishing. Share what you have been doing to help more students succeed in PE.
JEFF uTECHT Strand: Technology M178
A Tweet up! If you are on Twitter come meet your twitter friends face to face. If you aren’t on Twitter and want to learn what the fuss is all about then come learn with us! This is a geek out session. Everyone welcome to come, learn, and build your Personal Learning Network.
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SESSION 8 SATuRDAY | 30 MARCH 2013
10:00 - 11:30 SuYI WANG
Strand: Chinese Language Wittenberg H316, H318
Effective Instruction for Teaching the IBDP Mandarin B Course (Part 2) DP Mandarin B is designed to help students develop cultural awareness and also to provide them with the skills to communicate such awareness in Chinese. Through the study of authentic texts, students are challenged to go beyond the confines of the classroom, gaining an awareness of the world and fostering respect for cultural diversity. This workshop will explore the key elements of the syllabus, the range of contexts, purposes, language skills, and texts to be taught. Teachers will learn instructional strategies to engage all students to focus on clearly articulated learning objectives in an enjoyable learning environment.
ZOE WEIL Strand: Global Issues HS Gym Naikan: Bringing Self Reflection into the Classroom to Promote Gratitude and Responsibility Naikan is a Japanese method of self reflection that revolves around 3 questions: What have I received from _______? What have I given ______? What troubles or difficulties have I caused _________? One can fill in the blank with an individual, an aspect of nature, or something more general like “today.” The practice cultivates awareness, responsibility, and gratitude, and is an excellent tool for building character and appreciation among middle and high school students.
11:30 - 12:45 LUNCH at the PHOENIX COMMONS & CAFE / ELEMENTARY COMMONS
Buffalo State, SUNY
Master’s Degree in Multidisciplinary Studies-An affordable and flexible degree designed for internationally-minded educators
• American/International Schools host the degree program on site
• Host school staff collaborate with Buffalo State staff to design a degree program that aligns with the professional development initiatives of the school and the goals of individuals in the program
• Courses apply across grade levels and curricula creating an opportunity to study with a diverse group of colleagues
• World-class instructors with extensive experience teaching international school educators
• Courses can be delivered on site, electronically, or through a combined approach of on-site/on-line depending on the course as well as the needs of the school
Over 1000 enrollees in more than 35 schools and a proud history of several hundred graduates over the last decade Buffalo State, SUNY also provides the option of graduate credit for professional development offered at American/International Schools.
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