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What's our focus at the beginning of a new year? Free
As colleagues in the Northern Hemisphere prepare to start a new school year, it’s a great time to refocus on our mission. One of the main reasons I am passionate about the IB is that it is a mission-oriented...
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This is your life Free
Just came across this image - it woke me up! Links IB ATL: Self-Management Time Management Mindfulness ...
IB Programmes: PYP | MYP | DP | CP
Open Minded
willing to consider new ideas; unprejudiced. The IB describes this attribute in terms of (a) critically appreciating our own cultures and personal histories, as well as the values and traditions of others,...
IB Programmes: PYP | MYP | DP | CP
Being Principled - an IB attribute
(of a person or their behaviour) acting in accordance with morality and showing recognition of right and wrong. The IB describes this attribute in terms of a person who (a) acts with integrity and honesty,...
IB Approaches to teaching and learning
How to create an ATL toolkit
An ATL toolkit serves two key functions: (a) it creates a consistent school culture around teaching and learning - by culture I mean it's our way of doing things; and (b) it provides staff with practical...
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Your toolkit
Your toolkit supports your role as a pedagogical leader within the school community. It provides you with the tools to facilitate adult learning and grow and develop your school as a professional learning...
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How is school leadership changing? Free
I have spent the past week interviewing recruitment agencies to help find a new Headteacher in one of the schools I am responsible for. It has provided me with the opportunity of reflecting on how the...
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A teaching thought each week Free
I work for a community of schools. Each Monday I send each school a short 'teaching article' for them to share with their staff. They are intended to provoke reflection and hopefully give busy teachers...
Leadership
Leaders engage the community
Unlocking the power of engagement within school communities is no small feat. From igniting students' passion for learning to fostering staff unity and securing parental support, the task is multifaceted....
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Educational trends in 2024 Free
In 2024 over 64 nations, representing approximately half of the global population, are going to have elections. Education is poised to take centre stage in numerous election campaigns. So, what are some...