The Future of Teaching, Learning, Assessment and QualificationsMark S. Steed
A presentation given to the HMC Academic Deputies Conference on Friday 13th November 2020.
The presentation looks at how Teaching & Learning and Assessment & Qualifications are likely to change in the post-Covid-19 era.
Transforming Learning in a Millennial WorldMark S. Steed
A keynote presentation given at the BSME Annual Conference at the Yas Conference Centre in Abu Dhabi.
This presentation falls into two parts:
The first looks at how schools can manage Millennial teachers and can support Millennial parents.
The second makes some predictions about how education might change over the next ten years.
A webinar given on Tuesday 24th November 2020 covering the following topics:
1. Wellbeing in the Workplace: the wider landscape
2. Schools as models for workplace wellbeing
3. Promoting Staff Wellbeing in Schools
4. Staff Wellbeing in the Age of Covid-19
5. Who should be responsible for staff wellbeing?
The COVID-19 legacy: What does the future hold for international schools?Mark S. Steed
A Webinar given on 23rd September 2020 which discusses the likely impact of Covid-19 school disruption on the future of schooling. It looks in particular at
the Future of Teaching & Learning,
the Future of Assessment and Qualifications
the Future of Continuing Professional Development, and
the Future of International School Teacher Recruitment.
The webinar concludes with a discussion about the qualities that school leaders will need in the future.
International School Recruitment in a Post-Covid-19 WorldMark S. Steed
A Tes Webinar given on Wednesday 9th September 2020 looking at the likely impact of Covid-19 on International Teacher and School Leader Recruitment for 2021
The COVID-19 legacy: What does the future hold for international schools?Mark S. Steed
A Webinar given on 23rd September 2020 which discusses the likely impact of Covid-19 school disruption on the future of schooling. It looks in particular at
the Future of Teaching & Learning,
the Future of Assessment and Qualifications
the Future of Continuing Professional Development, and
the Future of International School Teacher Recruitment.
The webinar concludes with a discussion about the qualities that school leaders will need in the future.
The Future of Teaching, Learning, Assessment and QualificationsMark S. Steed
A presentation given to the HMC Academic Deputies Conference on Friday 13th November 2020.
The presentation looks at how Teaching & Learning and Assessment & Qualifications are likely to change in the post-Covid-19 era.
Transforming Learning in a Millennial WorldMark S. Steed
A keynote presentation given at the BSME Annual Conference at the Yas Conference Centre in Abu Dhabi.
This presentation falls into two parts:
The first looks at how schools can manage Millennial teachers and can support Millennial parents.
The second makes some predictions about how education might change over the next ten years.
A webinar given on Tuesday 24th November 2020 covering the following topics:
1. Wellbeing in the Workplace: the wider landscape
2. Schools as models for workplace wellbeing
3. Promoting Staff Wellbeing in Schools
4. Staff Wellbeing in the Age of Covid-19
5. Who should be responsible for staff wellbeing?
The COVID-19 legacy: What does the future hold for international schools?Mark S. Steed
A Webinar given on 23rd September 2020 which discusses the likely impact of Covid-19 school disruption on the future of schooling. It looks in particular at
the Future of Teaching & Learning,
the Future of Assessment and Qualifications
the Future of Continuing Professional Development, and
the Future of International School Teacher Recruitment.
The webinar concludes with a discussion about the qualities that school leaders will need in the future.
International School Recruitment in a Post-Covid-19 WorldMark S. Steed
A Tes Webinar given on Wednesday 9th September 2020 looking at the likely impact of Covid-19 on International Teacher and School Leader Recruitment for 2021
The COVID-19 legacy: What does the future hold for international schools?Mark S. Steed
A Webinar given on 23rd September 2020 which discusses the likely impact of Covid-19 school disruption on the future of schooling. It looks in particular at
the Future of Teaching & Learning,
the Future of Assessment and Qualifications
the Future of Continuing Professional Development, and
the Future of International School Teacher Recruitment.
The webinar concludes with a discussion about the qualities that school leaders will need in the future.
The future of learning, assessment and qualifications in a post-covid worldMark S. Steed
This session will set up a debate about two areas: the future of teaching and learning; and the future of assessments and qualifications and micro qualifications.
I argue that we were already on a journey from the physical to the digital before covid and that the pandemic has accelerated the rate of change.
I will argue that the current model for T&L is unsustainable and that we need to explore new models that will ultimately be determined by price point.
I argue that qualifications are going to shift from high stakes to on demand micro qualifications.
How to Attract Teachers to Work in Your School in normal times and lockdown!Mark S. Steed
A COBIS webinar given on 16th April 2020 on teacher recruitment to international schools. The presentation looks at innovative ways of finding talent and ways in which schools can position themselves by building their recruitment brand.
A Presentation which considers four aspects of the #FutureSchool: 1) The Paperless Classroom; 2) Blended Learning Programmes; 3) AI, Pupil Tracking and the end of School Reports; and 4) Robots in the Classroom to support Personalised Learning.
How Disruptive Innovation may change schools in the future: Lessons from DubaiMark S. Steed
Presentation given the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference in Belfast on Wednesday 4th October 2017.
Three Lessons from Dubai about meeting rapid demand for schooling.
Five Prophecies about the future of schooling:
1) For Profit Education will be the norm in the world
2) Being taught by a specialist teacher in a classroom will be a luxury
3) Blended Learning and Virtual Reality Teaching will be the disruptors of education
4) There will be ‘superstar teachers’
commanding very high salaries
5) Primary teachers will be assisted by robots
Three Questions:
1) What will the future workplace look like?
What is the future of the professions?
Will there be jobs that we haven’t thought of?
2) What will schools look like in the future?
Can we replace specialist teachers with technology or with ‘para-teachers’?
3) What should we be teaching young people to prepare them for the future?
What will be valued in the mid-C21?
This keynote address was given at the ISC Digital Conference at Microsoft, Reading on 30th November 2017. In this presentation, Mark Steed looks at how AI, Robots and VR will change education and asks if new technologies will replace teachers.
The Future of Schooling - Lessons from DubaiMark S. Steed
A presentation on what schooling might be like in the near future. The talk starts by outlining the challenge of meeting the global demand for schooling. The author draws on the experience of the Private Schools sector in Dubai and makes five prophecies about the wider future of schooling.
The talk was given at the COBIS annual conference on Sunday 7th May, 2017.
The Future of Schooling - A View from the MiddleMark S. Steed
A presentation on what schools might look like in the future. The presentation argues that there is an increasing gap between the demand for learning and the supply of schooling and that this gap will be filled by the For-Profit Education Sector employing technology in the classroom. The talk considers the impact of Virtual Reality Conferencing in the context of classrooms.
The presentation was given at the Digital by design Digital by Default – ISC Digital Strategy Group Conference 2016 - at Microsoft in Reading on Thursday 1st December 2016
The Future of Schooling Debate - COBIS Annual ConferenceMark S. Steed
This presentation was the stimulus material for The Future of Schooling Debate at the COBIS Annual Conference (7th May 2017).
It explores three key questions:
1) What will the future workplace look like?
What is the future of the professions?
Will there be jobs that we haven’t thought of?
20 What will schools look like in the future?
Can we replace specialist teachers with technology or with ‘para-teachers’?
3) What should we be teaching young people to prepare them for the future?
What will be valued in the mid-C21?
A school planning day opportunity for reflection and discussion related to supporting the first year student experience from and educational futures perspective.
My full presentation for EDEN #onlinetogether 6th April 2020
on When education moves home: implications for students, academics, administrators, and education leaders
The Machines are Coming: Automated Systems and AI in EducationMark S. Steed
A Presentation given at the COBIS Annual Conference in London on Monday 13th May 2019
The presentation looks at
1) How automated systems can handle data;
2) How automated systems can provide live data to parents bringing an end to school reports
3) AI in Education
4) Will AI ever replace teachers?
The Global Times, has come out with a GT Lockdown Special Edition, that shares the story of how education at Amity continues amidst Covid 19. This edition is also a heartfelt thanks to all engaged in making it possible.
Manifesto
The world is changing ever faster, typically under the influence of the digital revolution. From a
very early age child come into contact wit hit. We are convinced that the invention of the iPad
Marks a new fase in the interaction between child and the virtual World. Intuitively even very young
children manage this device. By playing they acquire skills that are important for their future in the
21st century
On Tuesday, 16 February 2021, ESRI researcher Sheelah Connolly presented the findings from the Irish Cancer Society funded report 'Returning to employment following a diagnosis of cancer: An Irish survey.'
Event details can be read here: https://www.esri.ie/events/webinar-returning-to-work-after-a-diagnosis-of-cancer
An overview of recent research into home-school relationships given at Futurelab's research insights day, April 29th 2010 in London.
Lyndsay Grant, Futurelab
The future of learning, assessment and qualifications in a post-covid worldMark S. Steed
This session will set up a debate about two areas: the future of teaching and learning; and the future of assessments and qualifications and micro qualifications.
I argue that we were already on a journey from the physical to the digital before covid and that the pandemic has accelerated the rate of change.
I will argue that the current model for T&L is unsustainable and that we need to explore new models that will ultimately be determined by price point.
I argue that qualifications are going to shift from high stakes to on demand micro qualifications.
How to Attract Teachers to Work in Your School in normal times and lockdown!Mark S. Steed
A COBIS webinar given on 16th April 2020 on teacher recruitment to international schools. The presentation looks at innovative ways of finding talent and ways in which schools can position themselves by building their recruitment brand.
A Presentation which considers four aspects of the #FutureSchool: 1) The Paperless Classroom; 2) Blended Learning Programmes; 3) AI, Pupil Tracking and the end of School Reports; and 4) Robots in the Classroom to support Personalised Learning.
How Disruptive Innovation may change schools in the future: Lessons from DubaiMark S. Steed
Presentation given the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference in Belfast on Wednesday 4th October 2017.
Three Lessons from Dubai about meeting rapid demand for schooling.
Five Prophecies about the future of schooling:
1) For Profit Education will be the norm in the world
2) Being taught by a specialist teacher in a classroom will be a luxury
3) Blended Learning and Virtual Reality Teaching will be the disruptors of education
4) There will be ‘superstar teachers’
commanding very high salaries
5) Primary teachers will be assisted by robots
Three Questions:
1) What will the future workplace look like?
What is the future of the professions?
Will there be jobs that we haven’t thought of?
2) What will schools look like in the future?
Can we replace specialist teachers with technology or with ‘para-teachers’?
3) What should we be teaching young people to prepare them for the future?
What will be valued in the mid-C21?
This keynote address was given at the ISC Digital Conference at Microsoft, Reading on 30th November 2017. In this presentation, Mark Steed looks at how AI, Robots and VR will change education and asks if new technologies will replace teachers.
The Future of Schooling - Lessons from DubaiMark S. Steed
A presentation on what schooling might be like in the near future. The talk starts by outlining the challenge of meeting the global demand for schooling. The author draws on the experience of the Private Schools sector in Dubai and makes five prophecies about the wider future of schooling.
The talk was given at the COBIS annual conference on Sunday 7th May, 2017.
The Future of Schooling - A View from the MiddleMark S. Steed
A presentation on what schools might look like in the future. The presentation argues that there is an increasing gap between the demand for learning and the supply of schooling and that this gap will be filled by the For-Profit Education Sector employing technology in the classroom. The talk considers the impact of Virtual Reality Conferencing in the context of classrooms.
The presentation was given at the Digital by design Digital by Default – ISC Digital Strategy Group Conference 2016 - at Microsoft in Reading on Thursday 1st December 2016
The Future of Schooling Debate - COBIS Annual ConferenceMark S. Steed
This presentation was the stimulus material for The Future of Schooling Debate at the COBIS Annual Conference (7th May 2017).
It explores three key questions:
1) What will the future workplace look like?
What is the future of the professions?
Will there be jobs that we haven’t thought of?
20 What will schools look like in the future?
Can we replace specialist teachers with technology or with ‘para-teachers’?
3) What should we be teaching young people to prepare them for the future?
What will be valued in the mid-C21?
A school planning day opportunity for reflection and discussion related to supporting the first year student experience from and educational futures perspective.
My full presentation for EDEN #onlinetogether 6th April 2020
on When education moves home: implications for students, academics, administrators, and education leaders
The Machines are Coming: Automated Systems and AI in EducationMark S. Steed
A Presentation given at the COBIS Annual Conference in London on Monday 13th May 2019
The presentation looks at
1) How automated systems can handle data;
2) How automated systems can provide live data to parents bringing an end to school reports
3) AI in Education
4) Will AI ever replace teachers?
The Global Times, has come out with a GT Lockdown Special Edition, that shares the story of how education at Amity continues amidst Covid 19. This edition is also a heartfelt thanks to all engaged in making it possible.
Manifesto
The world is changing ever faster, typically under the influence of the digital revolution. From a
very early age child come into contact wit hit. We are convinced that the invention of the iPad
Marks a new fase in the interaction between child and the virtual World. Intuitively even very young
children manage this device. By playing they acquire skills that are important for their future in the
21st century
On Tuesday, 16 February 2021, ESRI researcher Sheelah Connolly presented the findings from the Irish Cancer Society funded report 'Returning to employment following a diagnosis of cancer: An Irish survey.'
Event details can be read here: https://www.esri.ie/events/webinar-returning-to-work-after-a-diagnosis-of-cancer
An overview of recent research into home-school relationships given at Futurelab's research insights day, April 29th 2010 in London.
Lyndsay Grant, Futurelab
Media & Learning What Parents Should Know!By Yongping YeHomAbramMartino96
Media & Learning: What Parents Should Know!
By Yongping Ye
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Why does it matter?
We live in the digital age
The environment has deep impact on children’s behaviors and development.
Good or bad? It depends on how we use media.
Science behind
Learning from TV and other media:
Require repetition
Familiar characters
Socially relevant and contingent feedback (looks at and talk to the child)
Here is a video represents above three contents in a show.
Children under 2.5 or 3 years old learn better from a real-world than from an equivalent media. They develop the ability of dual representation (need to represent TV as something they learn from) around 3 years old.
Learning two “5”
Children follow 5 steps to learn new things
Sensory register: receives input from the environment and registers it for processing
Information processing: Approach that describes how people learn using a computer analogy
Short-term memory: Holds information temporarily
Long-term memory: Stores information processed from short term memory for later retrieval
Learning response: Recognize and recall information from short- and long-term memory.
5 capabilities that contribute to social learning
Symbolization: can think about social behavior in words and images
Forethought: anticipate consequences of our own and others’ actions
Self-regulation: adopt standards of acceptable behavior for us (aspirational, social, moral)
Self-reflection: analyze our thoughts and actions
Vicarious learning: learn by watching others be rewarded and punished
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Parenting instructions:
Media is a new environment for children. Parents should guide them to adapt to the environment.
Consider media as an optional tool for learning. Parents’ companion is necessary for children’s development. It always better to learn from real-world than from the screen.
Don’t use it as an emotional pacifier. Parents should not use TV or other media to calm down their children. They need to learn to control their emotion.
Set limits and encourage playtime. Kids are kids. They will make mistakes using media. Parents’ surveillance is indispensable.
Be a good role model. Except for limiting children’s on-screen playtime, parents should control their time on using media each day.
Here is a video explaining how TV affect young children’s brain development
Ball & Bogatz (1970) – research on Sesame Street
Children could learn basic information
Literacy skills
Preschool readiness skills
Other studies showed learning from a single episode or clip
Better learning with repetition.
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Play with your child!
For ages 5-8 children, play Animal Crossing.
Through the game, you can create a home with your child. It is good way to interact with cute animal villagers and enjoy life in the game.
For ages 8-12 children, play Lego
You can introduce children to a franchise you alr ...
A report on the primary research commissioned by EkStep Foundation to understand first hand, from parents and teachers how they feel about schools closing abruptly as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak and how learning has been impacted. The research was designed and conducted by illume*.
Effectiveness of New Media as a Tool of Edu-Entertainment among School Childreninventionjournals
In this era of technological revolution and changing patterns of family life, children’s favorite pastime has gone beyond outdoor activities or reading bed time stories. Like any other age group, media and children are dependent mutually for their existence. While a majority of children are found watching Television, surfing internet, playing video games on smart phones or on computer, or watching their favorite cartoon/videos online media, we also have children being seriously considered as their prospective customers. We have an influx of Kids channels on Television, comics, VCD’s/DVD’s and New Media in its various manifestations are available in abundance. Childhood also refers to education and children spend a quality time in schools. Thanks to the concept of globalization, technological revolution has made their presence in many international schools that have mushroomed in many big cities. New Media which has found its niche in all fields has not spared education field also. Bangalore being an IT hub hosts innumerable types of educational franchise catering to the needs of customers. One of the most defining factors as observed in these schools is their extensive usage of new media tools as part of their system. In these schools the children are not only being exposed to new media as an educative medium but also for entertainment purposes, thus providing an impetus for better learning and understanding
Okido - Redefining Parent engagement in Schools through technology! Niharika Shenoy
Okido is a cloud-based portal and app that connects schools, parents and kids in an easy, fun & effective space that will redefine parent engagement in schools like never before!
Are you considering homeschooling your children? What are the pros and cons of homeschooling? Know the good and the bad so you can make an informed decision.
Okido is a cloud-based portal and app that connects schools, parents and kids in an easy, fun & effective space that will redefine parent engagement in schools like never before!
Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach explores the importance of blending learning with digital literacy skills to ensure success for our most at-risk students. Come hear about ways of broadening your technology program's reach and effectiveness for a full range of students, including those who have the most to gain from successful implementations.
A New Model for Talent Management in SchoolsMark S. Steed
This presentation offers a new model for talent management in schools. This reflects the changing world of careers having shifted from 'jobs for life' to 'portfolio careers'.
The presentation proposes a 'tour of duty' model of mutually beneficial short term commitments between schools and individuals.
This presentation looks at how AI works, how it is being used presently in Education and then outline some concerns about how AI might be used in education in the future.
I argue that AI has a much greater part to play in Education – particularly in making education more widely available in the developing world and in reducing the cost of education.
The talk then moves on to discuss general ethical concerns about how AI is being used in society, looking at the issue of how we program autonomous vehicles as a case in point. I then outline five areas of concern about the use (and potential abuse) of AI in education arguing that we need to have a much more informed debate before things go too far. With this in mind, I close with some suggestions for courses and reading that might help colleagues to become better informed about the subject.
COVID19 – Progress Report and Planning for School ReopeningMark S. Steed
An Independent Schools Bursars Association (ISBA) webinar given by Mark Steed on Thursday 14th May 2020 updating on how Kellett School in Hong Kong is preparing for reopening the school after 15 weeks of Covid-19 closures
How to support pupil, staff and parental wellbeing when your school is closedMark S. Steed
A Tes Webinar presented on 1st April 2020, drawing on the experience of Kellett School In Hong during the closures because of Covid-19
This is a second updated webinar
The Tale of Two Cities: 6 Lessons Learned about Digital TransformationMark S. Steed
Presentation given at the EdTech Conversations event (BETT Fringe) on Thursday 23rd January 2020.
This presentation looks at 6 Lessons Learned about Digital Transformation from my time at JESS, Dubai and at Kellett School, Hong Kong
Using appraisal to drive school performanceMark S. Steed
Presentation given at AISC Conference in Hong Kong on Wednesday 11th December 2019.
How appraisal can be used to drive up school performance in high performing schools and organisations.
A strategic approach to long term IT budget planningMark S. Steed
A presentation given at the ISBA Digital Strategy and Cybersecurity Conference at the BMA in London on Wednesday 27th March 2019.
This presentation covers four areas:
What is Digital Governance?
How do schools implement Digital Governance?
Long-term IT Budget Planning Tool
The Right Fit for your school. Three Debates
A keynote presentation given at the ISBA Digital Strategy and Cybersecurity Conference at the BMA in London on Wednesday 27th March 2019.
The presentation looks at the following areas:
1. What is AI?
2. The Ethics of Ai.
3. AI, Education and the #FutureSchool
4. The threat of AI to Fee-paying Education
A Theory of Knowledge Lecture given by Mark Steed, Director of JESS Dubai on Monday 4th March 2019
The lecture explains how AI works and then looks at some of the ethical implications
How to build a #FutureSchool: The key to Digital Transformation in SchoolsMark S. Steed
This presentation outlines why schools should undertake digital transformation and how to do it,
The presentation was given at the ISC Digital Strategy Conference at Radley College Oxon UK on Thursday 29th November.
What is Digital Governance and Why do I need it?Mark S. Steed
A presentation at the JESS Digital Innovation Summit on Sunday 4th November 2018 by Mark Steed, Director of JESS Dubai, and Jim Stearns, Head of Secondary and Deputy Principal, Victoria International School, Sharjah.
#FutureSchool: How AI, VR and robots are transforming how children learn web ...Mark S. Steed
This presentation shows how schools are using AI, VR and robots to enhance and transform pupil learning.
The presentation was given at the Middle East School Leadership Conference on Wednesday 10th October 2018.
How Virtual Reality is transforming how children learn webMark S. Steed
A presentation given at the COBIS annual conference on Sunday 13th May 2018 in London. The presentation tracks the journey of JESS Dubai through the four stages: Learning, Enhancing, Innovating and Disrupting.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
1. @IndependentHead
@Kellett__CEO
Schools, Technology and Parents
Howshouldschoolsworkwithparentswhenthingsgetbacktonormal?
Mark S. Steed,
MA (Cambridge), MA (Nottingham),
MSc (Ashridge-Hult BusinessSchool)
Principal and CEO of
Kellett School,
Hong Kong
Webinar
Tues 22nd June 2021
1000 UK
1400 UAE
1700 HK
This presentation is on my blog: IndependentHead.blogspot.com
3. How should
schools work with
parents when
things get back to
normal?
5.The Role of Schools in the New Era
4. Under-parenting - Over-parenting
2. Parental Engagement in the New Era
3. Reporting to Parents in the New Era
1. Post-Covid: A new era in Parent-School Relations?
6.Your Questions
11. Impact of
Home-learning
on parent-
school relations
Parents have a better understanding
and appreciation of:
- what challenges teachers face.
- what their children are really like.
- the role that schools play in society.
12. Impact of
Home-learning
on parent-
school relations
Parental Expectations will change
The general consensus in
schools is that there is
binary choice:
either we are teaching
through home learning;
or we are teaching face-to
face.
Parents are very likely to
challenge this going
forward.
28. You can never be too careful . . . . . . . . Or can you?
29. Children’sGPS
Trackers
We’re a month into term and the four-year-old
Reception girl has started catching the school bus for
the first time.
She enters the building in her shiny new school uniform
weighed down by her oversized backpack, touches the
device on her wrist and says, “Mummy, I'm at school.” “I
know, dear – have a very good day,” comes the reply.
31. Children’sGPS
Trackers
1. Two-way communication – Parent and child can
contact each other at the press of a button.
2. Alerts and notifications – Child GPS tracking devices
come with different alert and notification settings.
Parents can choose whether they want location
updates every five minutes or every 10 seconds…
3. Panic button – A child who is lost or scared can simply
press the panic button and the device will contact the
parent or other designated adult.
4. Geofencing – Some products can be set to alert the
parent if their child enters or leaves the pre-set
boundary.
37. Parents and
Social Media
There is a real danger that
parents will expect a
social-media-type relationship
with their child’s school.
38. Parents and
Social Media
“Schools need to decide whether
they are going to keep parents at
the school gate;
or whether they are going to
share a child’s learning journey
with them.”
39. A new model
“Schools need to decide whether
they are going to keep parents at
the school gate;
or whether they are going to
share a child’s learning journey
with them.”
40. Schools as
Experts and
Facilitators
Schools as Experts
Schools have an
institutional
knowledge and
collective wisdom
about children and
adolescents
Schools as Facilitators
Schools have the
ability to bring
parents together.
Schools can
facilitate important
conversations
about parenting.
44. Mark S. Steed MA (Cambridge), MA (Nottingham), MSc (Ashridge-Hult Business
School)
Principal andCEOofKellettSchool, HongKong
Email: mss@kellettschool.com
Twitter: @independenthead
@Kellett_CEO
LinkedIn: uk.linkedin.com/in/independenthead
Blog: http://independenthead.blogspot.com
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British International School of the Year 2020