CPD Weekly Digest, Issue 25, 6th March 2019 by FOBISIA

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Supporting EAL Learners in Mainstream Classrooms JAWS: 8th - 9th March 2019 Teaching Excellence in Computer Science: 8th - 9th March 2019 Developing a Successful International School Swimming JAWS: 15th - 16th March 2019 Business & Economics JAWS: 3rd - 4th May 2019

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English Through a Cross Cultural Approach: 22nd - 23rd March 2019 Safeguarding JAWS: 22nd - 23rd March 2019 Middle Leaders - Leading Teaching and Learning JAWS: 7th-8th June 2019 Sociology and Social Science JAWS: 14th-15th June 2019

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Building the Profile Of a Successful IB 6th Form in an International Setting JAWS Hosted by the British International School, Ho Chi Minh City

Friday 31 st May & Saturday 1 st June

This JAWS will focus on the education and wellbeing of IB students and how we can best support them to achieve academically, develop character and ultimately reach their full potential. This JAWS is intended for a wide-range of colleagues who support and educate IB students and is an excellent opportunity to share best practice in key areas of IB student development.

Please be prepared to present on one of the key topics below we welcome additional suggestions:

∙ UNIVERSITY GUIDANCE

∙ IB CORE DELIVERY

∙ PASTORAL CARE

(TOK, CAS, EE)

∙ STUDENT LEADERSHIP

∙ MOCK EXAMS AND DEADLINES ∙ SUPPORTING ACHIEVEMENT

Contact Details: Hanh Nguyen(hanh.nguyen1@bisvietnam.com) Venue: British International School, Seconary Campus Costs: $50 (includes course fee and lunches on each day of the JAWS) Deadline for Registration: Monday 1st April 2019 Recommended Hotel: Glenwood (email: sales@glenwood.asia / Sales03@glenwood.asia - quote BIS to obtain preferential rates) Please do not book flights until the event is confirmed For further information about the JAWS, please email Jane.Hall@bisvietnam.com or Nathan.Mountford@bisvietnam.com Weekly Digest Issue 25, 6th March 2019

Guest Speaker: Luke Pearce A Neuro-Linguistic Programmer, Hypnotherapist, Timeline Therapist and experienced coach. More details can be found on his website here.

Delegates will have to arrange their own accommodation, if needed. Our recommendation is the Boulevard Hotel, Mid Valley which is about 10 mins from the school campus. Click here for more information on the Boulevard Hotel, location and room rates.

Limited places available. Please book early here to avoid disappointment. Kindly contact Laura Maddern, Extended Primary Leadership Team: Our Staff @ lmaddern.jb@alice-smith.edu.my for more information

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CPD Opportunities

The University of Bath, UK and Bangkok Patana School Bangkok Study Centre Friday 17th – Monday 20th May 2019 Leading and Managing Educational Innovation The University of Bath, UK, in conjunction with Bangkok Patana School, offers an opportunity for qualified educators to participate in the University’s MA in Education programmes. The full MA programme comprises five taught units and a dissertation. Each taught unit is followed by individual research and the submission of a 5000 word written assignment. The next unit to be taught at the Bangkok Study Centre will be Leading and Managing Educational Innovation. The unit, which is relevant to teachers of all age ranges, has a number of aims, including the following:   

to provide an overview of key concepts and issues connected with managing educational innovation in diverse contexts; to explore selected areas of practice in managing educational innovation with reference to research theory and professional experience; to foster students’ critical reflection on the effectiveness and improvement of practice in managing educational innovation within their experience

The unit sessions will take place at Bangkok Patana School (http://www.patana.ac.th/contact.asp) as follows: Friday 17th May 2019: 08:00 – 15.30 Saturday 18th May 2019: 08:30 – 15.30 Sunday 19th May 2019: 08:30 – 15.30 Monday 20th May 2019: 08:30 – 15.30 The fee for this 12 credit unit will be £1,205 payable in pounds sterling in advance. You may pay using a variety of methods (please see reverse side for details of payment methods). An administrative charge will be levied locally to cover tutor costs, refreshments and other relevant costs, and this should be paid direct to the school. Please contact Katherine Hume, the BPS Study Centre Co-ordinator (kahu@patana.ac.th), for local information. Important Reminder: Please note that if a viable group size has not been reached once the deadline for applications has passed (19th April 2019) the unit may be cancelled or postponed. Please do not make any travel or accommodation arrangements until you receive confirmation that the unit is definitely going ahead.

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CPD Opportunities Why study a Masters unit at a University of Bath Study Centre? The Department of Education at the University of Bath offer students a number of ways of working towards the degree of MA in Education, or the Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma in Education which form part of the same programme – by distance learning, full time study, attending our popular Summer School (July, in Bath) and/or participating in one of our successful Study Centre programmes around the world. The Study Centre method of study is based on units taught by a University of Bath tutor, and enables local and international educators to share their experiences and learn together. Students work with other teachers and educators in an intensive learning environment with the guidance and full support of an experienced unit tutor.

Application Process New students: You need to have been accepted as a student on the MA in Education programme before your application to take an MA unit at the Bangkok Study Centre can be processed. Details of entry requirements (including English language expectations) can be found at: http://www.bath.ac.uk/study/pg/programmes/ma-in-educ/ Please submit your application for the MA in Education Programme on-line as soon as possible but by 5th April 2019 at the latest: www.bath.ac.uk/study/pg/applications.pl#education

Choose: MA Education Study Centres (Bangkok) Part-time Starting 17 May 2019

At the same time, please submit a unit enrolment form (as for current students – see below) by email. If your application is successful you will receive an offer letter. Once you have accepted the offer, your enrolment for the unit will be processed. Current students: The Study Centre unit enrolment form is available at:http://www.bath.ac.uk/education/postgraduate/ways-of-studying/study-centres/ All students (current students and new students): Please submit your Study Centre unit enrolment form to the MA Office at the University of Bath, on education-ma@bath.ac.uk, for new students by no later than 5th April 2019 and for current students by no later than 19th April 2019. Payment Methods: You may pay using a variety of methods:  Pounds sterling cheque made payable to the 'University of Bath'  By debit/credit card; telephone + 44 (0)1225 386576  Via bank transfer to the University's bank account, details below: Barclays Bank plc 4-5 Southgate Street, Bath, BA1 1AQ UK

Account Name: University of Bath Acc. No: 00981303 Sort Code: 20-47-06

SWIFTBIC: BARC GB 22 IBAN GB08 BARC 2047 0600 9813 03

N.B. Paying by bank transfer usually incurs bank charges of £6-£12 per transaction which are deducted at the time of transfer from the amount payable, resulting in a shortfall on your account with the University. Please take this charge into account and increase the amount payable accordingly.

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CPD Opportunities

outdoor forum for south east asian schools 10th - 11th maY 2019 impact For all - outdoor education For 21St century youth

Who should attend? Outdoor educators, field trip organisers and outdoors practitioners

fridaY: OFFsEAs FORUM AND VENDOR/PROVIDER FAIR @ CHATRIUM HOTEL RIVERsIDE BANGKOK (ADJACENT TO sHREWsBURY INTERNATIONAL sCHOOL) saturdaY: KEYNOTE PREsENTATIONs AND OFFsEAs EDUCATION FORUM. sEssION TOPICs INCLUDE: Keynote speakers: Tim Jarvis (Polar explorer, adventurer, environmental scientist); Josh Morris & Vern Unsworth (Tham Luang Thai Cave Rescue) Adventure safety & risk Community mapping for sustainability action Road transport and risk mitigation Use of school campus for orienteering Outdoor education for modern youth : a “two-sided coin” Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award

Friday 10 may 2019 From 8.00am

Evaluation of programmes for improvement and understanding of learning mechanisms

Saturday 11 may 2019 From 8.45am

Flight safety

educator Fee:

accommodation: We recommend staying at the Chatrium Hotel Riverside, adjacent to school and sky Train. please see additional flyer for booking accommodation at a discounted rate.

4,000 thb Educator registration at http://bit.ly/oFFSeaS2019 by Friday 19th April vendor/provider Fee:

14,500 thb Vendor/Provider registration at http://bit.ly/oFFSeaS2019vendor by Friday 19th April (viSa FeeS & accommodation not included)

An Outdoor Education Curriculum (Full programme TBC)

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2. By Bank Transfer to account name : shrewsbury 1. By cash or cheque crossed “A/C International school Bangkok Payee Only” made payable to current account no: “Shrewsbury international School 101-346913-3 bangkok” . Please deliver cheques bank name: Bangkok Bank to the Accounts Department on (swift code : BKKBTHBK) the 2nd floor of the Administrative branch: Head Office building at the school. If paying by transfer please send a scanned copy/photo of the paying in slip by email to accounts@shrewsbury.ac.th. The email should identify the name of the delegates being paid for, and the name and address to which the invoice/receipt should be directed. Please title the email reference: OFFsEAs conference 2019

ShrewSbury international School bangkok riverSide

1922, Charoen Krung Road, Wat Prayakrai, Bang Kholame, Bangkok 10120, Thailand Tel: (+66 2) 675-1888 Email: enquiries@shrewsbury.ac.th

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recommended hotel in bangkok

Located next door to shrewsbury International school, Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok is a five-star hotel overlooking the Chao Phraya River offering warm and friendly Thai hospitality. The rooms are spacious and contemporary in style. Please quote the reservation code below to take advantage of the premium rates and advantages we have secured for conference participants.

accommodation room type single / double

daily room rate (city view)

daily room rate (river view)

extra bed rate

Grand Room (60 sqm)

3,500 Baht

4,000

1,500

Grand suite One Room (70 sqm)

4,000 Baht

4,300

1,500

Grand suite Two Room (70 sqm)

6,500 Baht

7,000

1,500

The above rates are inclusive of 10% service charge & 7% Government tax. All rates are subject to change without notice

room privilegeS • Complimentary Daily Breakfast at River Barge Restaurant • Complimentary internet access in room • Complimentary 2 bottles of drinking water • Welcome fruit in room • Complimentary coffee/tea making facilities • shuttle boat service to saphan Taksin Pier (06.30 – 22.30) reServation 1. Click http://bit.ly/OFFsEAs2019chatrium (promo code sHBR) 2. select ‘Check-in’ and ‘Check-out’ date 3. select ‘View Available Rooms’ to find available room categories 4. Choose the room and complete other information contact person :

Khun Phasit (Pa) supakajonavanich (senior sales Manager - Corporate)

address:

28 Charoenkrung soi 70, Bangkholame, Bangkok, 10120

website:

www.chatrium.com

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1922, Charoen Krung Road, Wat Prayakrai, Bang Kholame, Bangkok 10120, Thailand Tel: (+66 2) 675-1888 Email: enquiries@shrewsbury.ac.th

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CPD Opportunities A FANTASTIC 3 DAY CONFERENCE TO INSPIRE OUTSTANDING PRACTICE! Achieving Excellence - Ensuring Challenge and Progression in Early Childhood Learning Led by Kym Scott, Early Years Trainer, Consultant and Conference Speaker 3 day conference: £275 (11,500 THB)

Individual day: £100 (4300 THB)

Dates: Friday 15th November 2019 Saturday 16th November 2019 Sunday 17th November 2019

Time: 9.30-3.30pm Time: 9.30-3.30pm Time: 9.30-2.30pm (1hr surgery afterwards)

Venue: St Andrew’s International School, Bangkok This 3 day conference will be led by acclaimed conference speaker, international consultant and early years expert Kym Scott. Kym is well known across the UK for her engaging delivery style, deep knowledge of how children learn best, and most importantly the huge impact she has made on the hundreds of teachers, schools and nurseries she has worked with over her 20 year consultancy career. Over the course of the 3 days she will be unpicking the key elements that underpin successful teaching and learning in the Early Years and will be sharing both the theory and research behind these, and examples of how they transfer into practice. Throughout each day, Kym will provide opportunities for self-evaluation and discussion, balanced with the opportunity to see real life examples of excellence from the many schools and nurseries she has worked with over the years. Extensive support tools and documentation will also be provided for use back in schools. Delegates will leave feeling inspired, informed and empowered to make developments back in their school. It is recommended that delegates attend all three days, but there is also the option to book individual days as required. About Kym Scott: Before becoming an international speaker and consultant, Kym was Early Years Lead in the London Borough of Lewisham. This enabled her to support many schools & settings in a variety of circumstances & to informally research the key elements that make for excellent outcomes for children. Lewisham has been named as one of the top places in the country for children's development due to how well children in the borough consistently achieve at the end of the EYFS. Kym is frequently praised for her clear, realistic & highly practical advice, and for the impact she makes on those she works with. Testimonials: “Kym¹s training was world class. She opened our minds to a whole new way of leading learning. She really challenged us and moved our practice on, but did it all in a way that left us feeling empowered, informed and enlightened. If you want to improve significantly the quality of teaching and learning in your setting, then you need look no further” Dr Neil Hopkin FRSA, Principal (at the time), Dover Court International School, Singapore "In Kym Scott, we found a consultant that matches our ambitions for the children at our school. Through close work with our leaders and teaching team, she helped us identify priorities, build confidence and knowledge in our practitioners and develop a plan for the future of EYFS that meets the needs and aspirations of our families. It is great to work with a consultant who is so passionate about what they do and so impact driven." Jared Nolan, Head of Primary, British International School Puxi, Shanghai

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CPD Opportunities Day 1: The key elements for providing excellence and challenge in the early years Date: Friday 15th November 2019 Time: 9.30am – 3.30pm This day is suitable for any EYs staff wanting to improve their practice and for those leading and monitoring improvements in this area. It will also be useful for those working in KS1 who wish to gain a greater understanding of EYs pedagogy in order to inform practice in their year group. It will focus on:          

Creating and achieving a shared vision of EYs excellence in the school or setting. Research evidence and how this translates into practice. Getting the balance right between adult/child-led learning. The vital role of the adult in child-initiated learning and examples of best practice in this area. Effective observation, assessment and planning ‘in the moment’. A learning environment that inspires and challenges children. Ensuring progression in play and practical experiences. Enabling children to develop effective learning behaviours for life. Providing real life examples from the many schools and settings Kym has worked with. Tried and tested documentation created specifically to support developments in these areas.

Day 2: Inspiring young writers from nursery to KS1 Date: Saturday 16th November 2019 Time: 9.30am – 3.30pm This day is suitable for any EYs staff wanting to improve their practice in this area and also for those leading and monitoring both literacy and EYs in the school. It will also be useful for those working in KS1 who wish to gain a greater understanding of EYs pedagogy and children’s development in this area, in order to inform practice in KS1. It will focus on:          Weekly Digest

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CPD Opportunities Day 3: The role of the adult in extending children’s communication and language development Date: Sunday 17th November 2019 Time: 9.30am – 2.30pm (Kym will provide a 1 hr surgery session between 2.30pm – 3.30pm for one to one discussions/consultancy advice) This day is suitable for any EYs staff wanting to improve their practice in this area and also for those leading and monitoring EYs in the school. It will also be useful for those working in KS1 who wish to gain a greater understanding of EYs pedagogy and children’s development in this area, in order to inform practice in KS1. It will focus on:        

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The latest research around children’s communication and language development, and implications for practice. The most effective ways to support children’s vocabulary development within the setting. Working with children who have English as an Additional Language. Supporting children who have Speech, Language and Communication difficulties. How quality interactions impact directly on children’s language and learning in general. Clear strategies to help every adult improve the quantity and quality of their interactions with children. The key elements that make for high quality interactions which challenge children and extend child-led learning. Effective practice for supporting children at the earlier stage of language development, as well as extending children who have a strong foundation in this area. Providing delegates with self-evaluation tools to help develop reflective practice and for use when monitoring the quality of support for children’s language and communication.

UNIQUE BONUS TRAINING MATERIALS: As well as the usual handouts that accompany this day, delegates will receive a free one hour training package on supporting children’s language. This will consist of a set of powerpoint slides and electronic versions of handouts created specifically by Kym to be cascaded to support staff working in the EYs in international schools.

Contact Steven King for further details.

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Developing a Successful International School Swimming Programme Friday 15th March 9am - 4pm - Saturday 16th March 9am - 12pm

Overview The 2 days will be based on workshops hosted by the teachers attending. These will be a combination of presenting, Q&A and collaborative work sessions. Attending teachers are welcome to come up with their own workshop focus or choose one of the following suggested topics:

Curriculum Swimming

Competitive Swimming

Overcoming fear of swimming (parent & child) Assessment for KS1 & KS2 swimming Developing Primary age IM swimmers Organising Swim Galas for schools

Building a team culture Ensuring adequate attendance Retention of teenage swimmers Land training for competitive swimmers

Cost: 2000 baht (1000 per day) includes Friday lunch, Saturday lunch, tea breaks and relevant resources. Optional casual social event on the evening of Friday 15th at W-Market in W-District https://www.w-district.com/wmarket/ Delegates can book accommodation at X2Vibe Hotel http://www.x2vibe.com/ Please wait until the JAWS is confirmed with appropriate numbers

https://bit.ly/2FJpWxR For more information, please contact Matt Ferrier: mferrier@bkkprep.ac.th

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Raising Standards in Mathematics – Primary JAWS Developing Fluency, Reasoning and Problem Solving Hosted by Harrow International School Bangkok 22nd March & 23rd March 2019 Timings: Friday: 8.30 – 15.30 Saturday: 9.00 – 13.30 Cost: $60 US Includes lunch, transport to and from the hotel and relevant resources on both days. Accommodation: Centara Grand (Lad Prao) https://www.centarahotelsresor ts.com/centaragrand/cglb/ Registration: Please register here by Friday 4th February 2018.

More information: emily_wr@harrowschool.ac.th Please do not book flights or accommodation until we confirm that there are enough participants registered to proceed.

Harrow workshops offered: • • •

Bridging the gap between EYFS and Year One Stretching the Higher Ability Reasoning

During the Job Alike Workshop (JAWS) there will be an opportunity to network with teachers from other FOBISIA schools to share good practice within the primary age range and how this is being developed in their schools. There is an expectation that all attendees actively participate throughout the two days and so the full agenda will be completed once all the participants are registered. Possible discussion areas, workshops or presentations could include: • • • • •

Mental Fluency- beyond recall Real Life, Practical Problem Solving Mathematical Vocabulary in the ESL Classroom Fractions 3 Ways (fluency, reasoning and problem solving). Geometry 3 Ways (fluency, reasoning and problem solving).

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WORKSHOPS & PRESENTATIONS Talk 4 Writing Introducing, embedding and extending the Pie Corbett approach across both Primary and Secondary. Exemplars, resources, sample material and examples of effective impact. Additional links to effective Guided Reading strategies also included. Excellence Tool kit Resources and training to enable the very best from young writers to upskill and develop their ideas across all lessons.

SCHEDULE Friday 26th April 2019 8:00am - 12:00pm 2:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday 27th April 2019 9:00am - 1:30pm

COST The fee for attending will be 60USD; this covers lunch, transportation (to and from the hotel) and any resources.

ACCOMMODATION Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam BND150.00 per night Click HERE for more info The Empire Hotel & Country Club, Brunei BND265.00 per night

JAWS WORKSHOP EXCELLENCE IN WRITING April 26th - 27th, 2019 International School Brunei (ISB)

WORKSHOP AIMS Aimed at all Primary and Secondary practitioners including teachers and teaching assistants. During the Job Alike Workshop (JAWS) there will be an opportunity to network with teachers from other FOBISIA schools to share good practice within both the Primary and Secondary age ranges. There is an expectation that all attendees actively participate throughout the two days and so the full agenda will be confirmed once registrations are completed.

REGISTRATION Please register HERE by Friday 15th March 2019

Click HERE for more info

CONTACT

PLEASE DO NOT BOOK FLIGHTS OR ACCOMMODATION UNTIL WE CONFIRM THAT THERE ARE ENOUGH PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED TO PROCEED.

For any queries regarding the workshop please contact Rick Smith rsmith@ac.isb.edu.bn

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CREATING AN AUTHENTIC SERVICE LEARNING CULTURE FOBISIA JAWs

3 to 4 May 2019 This JAWS is open to anyone interested in establishing an authentic culture of service learning in their school. There will be ample opportunity for participants to collaborate and share during the JAWS. Workshops will depend on what is being offered by attendees but there will also be a ‘show and tell’ session where all participating schools will be able to showcase their work. In addition, we plan to include a visit to Sekolah Bisa!; a life-enhancing, micro-school conceived and managed by IB CAS students from BSJ.

Potential topics for workshops are: • • • • • •

Embedding service learning in the MYP Curriculum. A vertical articulation of service learning. Introducing service learning in the primary school. Managing the balance - local needs and global priorities. Driving service learning through the House System. Embedding student led action research into service learning.

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Empowering students to initiate service learning in school. ‘Champions for Change’ - embedding service learning in the Primary School. Cultivating sustainable service learning relationships in IB. Using a character based framework to drive service learning. Developing a strategic vision for service learning . Facilitating meaningful student reflection to shape a service mindset.

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Pre-JAWs Service Learning Workshop Implementing the Sustainable Development Goals in your school 2 May

We are also delighted to be able to offer participants the opportunity to join us for a full day workshop with d’Arcy Lunn from Teaspoons of Change. D’Arcy also works with The Jump Foundation as a Global Citizenship Director. For those of you who don’t know the Jump Foundation is a non-profit social enterprise that works to inspire, empower and engage individuals in leadership development, community building and global citizenship education. “Teaspoons of Change are small but significant ideas, attitudes and actions that have a positive impact on people and the planet” d’Arcy’s workshop will be a focused, active and experiential day of learning. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how to either begin embedding or further embed the SDGs in their school. For further information please contact louise_jeffs@bsj.sch.id

Please follow this link to the booking form

Cost US$60

(US$160 if attending the Teaspoons of Change workshop)

Bintaro Jaya Sektor 9 Jl. Raya Jombang-Ciledug, Pondok Aren Tangerang 15227. JAKARTA-INDONESIA Tel. (+62) (0) 21 745 167 | www.bsj.sch.id

Bus transport will be provided to and from Aviary Hotel on both Friday and Saturday. Sales Manager Email Phone number Website Address

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MATHS IN SECONDARY SCHOOL JAWS 2019 Jerudong International School, Brunei Friday 3rd-4th May 2019

This Job Alike Workshop will be an opportunity for Maths teachers across the region to get together to share great practice about teaching and learning in Maths. All participants will be engaged in creating the agenda to ensure that the two day workshop meets the needs of all attendees. A few suggested session ideas could be: 1.Current evidence based practice and what this looks like in the classroom 2.Developing high quality examples and questions that challenge all learners 3.How rich tasks can work alongside cognitive load theory 4.The new IB curriculum: a. New topics and how to teach them b. Structuring the course c. What does excellence look like? d. Paper 3 5.The new A level curriculum: a. The emphasis on applications and modelling b. The use of technology in class and in exams 6.Maths games and how to use them in class The sessions above are merely suggestions and we hope that the timetable will develop depending on the interests and experiences of those attending. Please fill in this form to register for this event by the 3rd April. The fee for attending will be $80BND. The fee will include lunch, transport to and from the hotel plus relevant resources. Suggested accommodation for the event is the Radisson Hotel. The rate per night is approximately $150 BND+10% tax. To contact the hotel please email reservations.brunei@radisson.com. Please do not book flights until the event is confirmed. Any further enquiries please email rebecca.baker@jis.edu.bn Kind regards Rebecca Baker Head of Maths Faculty

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Mother Tongue Program in International Schools 3th – 4th May 2019 8.30 – 15:30 Hosted by Tanglin Trust School Singapore

During the Job Alike Workshop (JAWs) there will be an opportunity to network with teachers from other FOBISIA schools to share experiences and effective practice on running the Mother Tongue program in International Schools. We expect educators who attend this JAWs to leave with an understanding of ways for running the Mother Tongue program in KS3-4 and SSST in KS5, along with some ideas for language placement. The JAWs will offer detailed insight into:      

Running the Mother Tongue program as an extra or core Diagnostics for language placement Differentiation in the Mother Tongue classroom IB Pathway and SSST MT programme continuity across the school Raise the profile of Mother Tongue

Accommodation: The recommended hotel is The Park Avenue Rochester Hotel which is about 10 minutes from school. The contact email for booking reservation at the Park Avenue Rochester Hotel is pareservations@uel.sg When you email them, please include Kumari kumari.manikam@tts.edu.sg so that the corporate rates are given to you. Superior rooms are S$250. Transport: This will be provided between The Rochester hotel and the school daily Registration: Please click here to register by the 29th March 2019. Cost: S$50 to be paid on arrival in cash. Receipts will be issued. If you have any questions please contact cpd@tts.edu.sg

Other suggestions are welcomed!

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BUSINESS & ECONOMICS

JAWS @ GISKL

3rd & 4th May 2019 Personalisation, Assessment, Feedback and Understanding by Design ...Personalisation so every student can reach their potential, ...Assessment to determine evidence of understanding, ...Feedback to move learners forward, and ...Understanding by Design so we are planning with the end in mind when designing curriculum, assessments and lessons ...plus much more

Garden International School,Â Kuala Lumpur 3rd & 4th May 2019

220RMÂ

Recommended hotel: For more information click here to visit the BusEconJAWS2019 Website or email Mark Solomons at solomons.m@gardenschool.edu.my

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Design Technology JAWs Alice Smith School, Secondary Campus Friday 3rd May 2019 • 8.00am - 4.00pm Saturday 4th May 2019 • 9.00am - 1.00pm Design Technology JAWs Focus: Delegates are invited to bring examples of their own work and ideas to share in a host of workshops across two days. Workshops could involve an element of presenting, group discussions and practical exploration. They should vary between 30 - 60 minutes. Delegates may choose their own workshop topic/titles but could focus on some of the areas below: • • • • • • •

Using CAD/CAM in KS3 How to maximise your grades at GCSE and A Level How to nurture independence in your students How to manage your workshops and technicians How to bring theory into KS3 Sourcing materials overseas Assuring health and safety regulations are met in an overseas school

Early bird

RM170 per person Book here before 2nd March 2019

Normal price

RM220 per person (Final confirmed bookings to be made here by 2nd April 2019) This will include lunches, tea breaks, transport to and from the recommended hotel, plus relevant resources. Invoices will be issued two weeks before the JAWs commences.

Attendees will need to book their own accommodation, if needed. Our recommendation is the Boulevard Hotel, approximately 25 minutes from the school. Further details of promotional rates and booking form can be found here. Please contact Penny Gosling, Head of DT: pgosling.ep@alice-smith.edu.my for further information.

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Talented Maths JAWS

Discovery Bay International School invites: Primary Teachers, Secondary Maths Teachers and Maths Curriculum Leaders to explore research, initiatives and strategies linked to supporting the learning and teaching of mathematics through mastery, enrichment and challenge. Event Details: We suggest delegates stay at the Suggested Focus Areas: ■ Maths Mastery in the Primary Classroom Auberge Hotel in Discovery Bay due to its proximity. ■ Challenge & Enrichment ■ Concept based enquiry in Secondary Delegates are invited to share their maths ■ Developing Mathematical Mindsets ■ Evidencing Higher Order Thinking Skills in Maths (workshop to share ideas)

practice in the form of a 45 minute workshop or presentation, with either a Primary, Secondary or Whole School approach. The cost of the event will be $450 HKD (approx $60 USD)

For more information, please contact: Alex Hughes, Maths Curriculum Leader, ahughes@dbis.edu.hk Susan Walter, Head of Primary, swalter@dbis.edu.hk

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Sociology and Social Science JAWS Alice Smith School, Secondary Campus 14th - 15th June 2019 • 8.00am - 4.00pm These workshops are designed for teachers of Sociology and other social sciences to share good practice. Some of the areas we hope to cover include:

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Integrating the practical teaching of research methods Using technology to support learning Scaffolding writing skills and supporting wider reading Effective A Level preparation Sharing good practice in teaching and learning Developing understanding of the British context in an international environment

We warmly invite teachers of Sociology and other social sciences such as Psychology. All participants will have the opportunity to help create the agenda for the day and are expected to lead at least one session. We hope that we can all contribute in order to benefit everyone’s needs and interests. Please complete this form to register your interest in attending.

Early bird

RM175 per person Book here before 31st January 2019

Normal price

RM200 per person (Final confirmed bookings to be made here by 28th February 2019) This will include lunches, tea breaks and relevant resources. Invoices will be issued two weeks before the JAWs commences.

If you need accommodation, we recommend staying at the Boulevard Hotel in Kuala Lumpur. Transport will be provided between the Boulevard and Alice Smith School. Please see the accommodation booking form for more information. Please contact Emily Graham, HOD Sociology: hodsociology.ep@alice-smith.edu.my for further information.

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