This document discusses teaching and learning, focusing on diversity, pedagogical implications, and global discourse. It notes the need to engage and empower students as knowledge seekers amid changing contexts and identities. Effective teaching requires ongoing inquiry and understanding different motivations and needs inclusively as a community. While new approaches are not advocated, relationships and language can build rapport. Global dialogue is needed regarding tensions between policy, practice, and creativity versus accountability.
Examining the Student Teacher Relationship (STR) for Children with and Withou...crealcsuf
C-REAL's February's Colloquium presentation "Examining the Student Teacher Relationship (STR) for Children with and Without Disabilities: Spotlight on Autism" presented by Dr. Howell.
Transforming Teacher Preparation: A Collective Case Study of Cooperating Teac...crealcsuf
Transforming Teacher Preparation: A Collective Case Study of Cooperating Teachers and Teacher Candidates in the Co-Teaching Model of Student Teaching by Dr. Kelly Meyers-Wagner
ECER 2021 Voices of Engagement: A Malaysian School PerspectiveKatina Tan
Author: Katina Tan
The European Conference on Educational Research 2021 Online
EERA Network: 99. Emerging Researchers' Group (for presentation at Emerging Researchers' Conference)
Examining the Student Teacher Relationship (STR) for Children with and Withou...crealcsuf
C-REAL's February's Colloquium presentation "Examining the Student Teacher Relationship (STR) for Children with and Without Disabilities: Spotlight on Autism" presented by Dr. Howell.
Transforming Teacher Preparation: A Collective Case Study of Cooperating Teac...crealcsuf
Transforming Teacher Preparation: A Collective Case Study of Cooperating Teachers and Teacher Candidates in the Co-Teaching Model of Student Teaching by Dr. Kelly Meyers-Wagner
ECER 2021 Voices of Engagement: A Malaysian School PerspectiveKatina Tan
Author: Katina Tan
The European Conference on Educational Research 2021 Online
EERA Network: 99. Emerging Researchers' Group (for presentation at Emerging Researchers' Conference)
Instructional practices in Education for Sustainable Development: teachers’ and students’ perspectives.
Eleni Sinakou (presenting), Vincent Donche, Peter Van Petegem
Sharing results of Applied Dissertation Answers to In what ways can technology in an ESL course accommodate visual, tactile and auditory learners to increase students’ self-efficacy about learning the language? Could it augment students’ aspirations in learning ESL? Could it increase students’ persistence in ESL? Could it enhance students’ positive perception of activities related to learning ESL.
Teachers’ Organizational Commitment in Nazarbayev Intellectual School in Tara...Nagima Sarsenbayeva
This study concerned the personal- and environmental factors that affect the organizational commitment of teachers at Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics (NIS) in Taraz, Kazakhstan. Understanding the relations between these variables clarified their significance and effect on teachers’ organizational commitment (OC). The purpose of the study was to examine the level of OC at the study site and to analyze the personal and environmental factors influencing teacher organizational commitment. Relevant factors from the literature were synthesized into personal characteristics, personal- and environmental factors. An initial conceptual framework connecting the factors was developed. The three-component model consisting of affective-, normative- and continuance organizational commitment (Allen and Meyer, 1990) was adopted. Total sampling or census sampling was used in this study to select the participants. A total sampling of 135 teachers from the target school was used. The data was gathered using self-administered questionnaires in English, Russian and Kazakh languages with a response rate of 98 percent. This study adopted a causal-comparative quantitative methodology. Respondents rated the global organizational commitment above the midpoint of the scale. Average affective- and normative commitment were rated above the mid-point of the assessment scale while average continuous commitment was rated below it. All environmental- and 81 percent of the personal factors were rated as affecting global organizational commitment. None of the personal- or environmental factor showed a statistically significant correlation with OC. Overall, organizational commitment is fairly healthy at the study site. The study documented confirmed some of the findings from the literature reviewed.
Instructional practices in Education for Sustainable Development: teachers’ and students’ perspectives.
Eleni Sinakou (presenting), Vincent Donche, Peter Van Petegem
Sharing results of Applied Dissertation Answers to In what ways can technology in an ESL course accommodate visual, tactile and auditory learners to increase students’ self-efficacy about learning the language? Could it augment students’ aspirations in learning ESL? Could it increase students’ persistence in ESL? Could it enhance students’ positive perception of activities related to learning ESL.
Teachers’ Organizational Commitment in Nazarbayev Intellectual School in Tara...Nagima Sarsenbayeva
This study concerned the personal- and environmental factors that affect the organizational commitment of teachers at Nazarbayev Intellectual School of Physics and Mathematics (NIS) in Taraz, Kazakhstan. Understanding the relations between these variables clarified their significance and effect on teachers’ organizational commitment (OC). The purpose of the study was to examine the level of OC at the study site and to analyze the personal and environmental factors influencing teacher organizational commitment. Relevant factors from the literature were synthesized into personal characteristics, personal- and environmental factors. An initial conceptual framework connecting the factors was developed. The three-component model consisting of affective-, normative- and continuance organizational commitment (Allen and Meyer, 1990) was adopted. Total sampling or census sampling was used in this study to select the participants. A total sampling of 135 teachers from the target school was used. The data was gathered using self-administered questionnaires in English, Russian and Kazakh languages with a response rate of 98 percent. This study adopted a causal-comparative quantitative methodology. Respondents rated the global organizational commitment above the midpoint of the scale. Average affective- and normative commitment were rated above the mid-point of the assessment scale while average continuous commitment was rated below it. All environmental- and 81 percent of the personal factors were rated as affecting global organizational commitment. None of the personal- or environmental factor showed a statistically significant correlation with OC. Overall, organizational commitment is fairly healthy at the study site. The study documented confirmed some of the findings from the literature reviewed.
Transforming High School Education: Studying and Designing Change ModelsNaima Raza
January-May 2016
The comprehensive journey: the iteration of problem statements, theories, models and prototypes I explore while trying to answer the question, "how can we transform the high school education system on a district-level?"
The Possibilities of Transforming LearningBarry Dyck
Thesis defense slides for "The Possibilities of Transforming Learning: A Practitioner Research Study of a Pilot Alternative Learning Environment."
In this study, I examine the pilot year of an alternative learning environment in which I, as a practitioner, explored the possibilities for transforming learning for a small class of Grade 11 and 12 students. Drawing on a pedagogy of care, a constructivist model of learning and a student-centered approach to learning, the students and I negotiated new curriculum, combining regular classroom courses with courses constructed by their own learning interests. In this case study, a rhizomatic analysis of student and practitioner data, collected both during and after students’ graduation from high school, showed that students were highly engaged with learning when guided by their personal interests. In the study, I also found, however, that students struggled to fully embrace the potential of their own interests, held back by the ambiguity of self study and the clear metrics of the regular school system to which they were accustomed. As practitioner, I struggled to meet the demands of the prescribed curriculum and those of the curriculum that constantly evolved and changed according to students’ interests. The study also speaks to the tensions in defining the role of a teacher in this alternative learning environment. In conclusion, I suggest we seek to make possible an alternative high school learning environment that more closely resembles free schooling (i.e., learn what you want, where and when you want) within a public school that would, combined with a traditional course of study, meet the provincial criteria for graduation accreditation.
Thesis available at http://mspace.lib.umanitoba.ca/jspui/handle/1993/21938
Presentation at the HEA-funded workshop 'Activity or action? Theory and evidence to support the use of active learning pedagogies in Business Management'.
Based on a consideration of the constructivist underpinnings of Active Learning (AL) pedagogies and evidence from tutors who have incorporated group projects, business simulations and Problem-Based-Learning (PBL) into their courses, this workshop will support the notion that Active Learning pedagogies provide a radical and effective departure from traditional approaches.
This presentation is part of a related blog post that provides an overview of the event: http://bit.ly/1iCpOd3
For further details of the HEA's work on active and experiential learning in the Social Sciences, please see: http://bit.ly/17NwgKX
The following presentation is to spread awareness amongst the masses about the HeforShe campaign a UN Women initiative to empower Women and make men stand in favour for Women.
A question of fundamentals: teacher standards and teacher preparation. Presentation by Dr Gavin Hazel, Hunter Institute of Mental Health for the Australian Teacher Education Association (ATEA) conference 6-9 July 2014, Sydney.
Understanding Challenges of Curriculum Innovation and the Implementation_John...John Yeo
Singapore’s education system has remained consistently near the top of most education ranking systems over the past decade. OECD (2010) attributes the success to a systemic focus on curriculum innovation by Singapore schools. However, the challenges that emerge from the various initiatives are complex and multifaceted. Using the lens of Schwab’s (1973) four commonplaces- milieu, learner, subject matter and teacher, the experienced curriculum is unpacked to reveal the discourse of the challenges of curriculum translation. While I examine the similarities and differences in curriculum translation under two different educational philosophies- curriculum vs didatik, I attend to the educational outcomes of teaching practices using the Appreciative Inquiry approach. The challenges than unmask the inherent tensions between socio-economical ideologies with the curriculum implementation at the programmatic and institutional level. Exploring from Engestrom's Activity Theory, I will examine the issues of ideology and control surrounding what gets eventually translated in the classroom curriculum.
In this presentation we interrogate the meaning of the term " Scholarship" in the " Scholarship of Teaching and Learning"(SoTL) . This is part of a process of conceptualising SoTL from its early introduction leading to its adoption within South African Higher education context.
A snapshot of changes in the meaning and definition of curriculum from the past to the present as well as five significant trends that will impact on the curriculum of the future.
Assessments are an integral part of learning and teaching. Sustainable assessments are closely linked to formative assessments which provide the learners to use deep learning approaches. These assessments increase student learning achievement and engage them in on-going learning.
A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter 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.
Introduction to AI for Nonprofits with Tapp NetworkTechSoup
Dive into the world of AI! Experts Jon Hill and Tareq Monaur will guide you through AI's role in enhancing nonprofit websites and basic marketing strategies, making it easy to understand and apply.
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!
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
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.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
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.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
5. Pedagogical implications:
Not an advocacy of new approaches,
but an ongoing inquiry with …
a commitment to education
a desire to respect & understand
use of language to build rapport
bearing with a sense of vulnerability
6. Global Dialogue:
Needs of the faculty - dissonance
between policy & practice
Learning improvement of practice
Accountability measures vs
creativity in teaching innovations?
Battles?
professionalism vs managerialism
7. Reforms in Hong Kong
Towards a Learning Profession:
The Teacher Competencies Framework &
The Continuing Professional
Development of Teachers
Advisory Committee on Teacher Education
& Qualifications (2003)
12. Research Questions
• How do my student teachers respond
to learning as a community?
• What do I understand about learning
as a community?
13. The Lived Curriculum
• Relationship of co-learning
• Engagement in the quest
• Towards STELT
• Dissonance from SET & STELT
14. Relationship of Co-Learning
• Release space to discover how
students can take charge of learning
• Develop ‘Zone of Proximal
Development’
15. Students & Teacher Evaluation
of Learning & Teaching (STELT):
Leadership & Fellowship:
• Depth of Knowledge
• Quality of Thinking
• Presentation /Engagement
• Responsiveness
• Advance in Understanding
Overview:
This is the most important question / insight to
me . . .
16. Student Evaluation of Teaching
(SET)
• Teaching (Methods of teaching, Presentations,
Interaction in class and Tasks/assignments)
• Outcomes (Gain in knowledge, Gain in insights
in the field, Gain in interest).
• All things considered, the overall effectiveness of
the course in helping me learn this subject
was…
• All things considered, the overall effectiveness of
the teacher in helping me learn this subject
was…
17. Towards STELT
• Appreciation of leadership
• Expression of personal views in
learning
• Articulatoin of critical questions
• Suggestions for improvement
Sensitive to pedagogical decisions
Re-define problems
18. Dissonance from SET & STELT
• Capacity to venture into the unknown
• Discomfort with ambiguity & complexity
Critical issues?
• Espoused theory vs theory-in-use
• Epistemological approaches to knowing
• Vulnerability as a structural condition
• Inner power for learning
19. Conclusion
• Accountability?
existing systems vs
call for innovations
• Diversity of students’ voices
opportunities for co-learning
• Meaning of vulnerability for learning
20. Thoughts & Questions…
• Dissonance
Can we identify instances of dissonance between
systems and lives in the system that carry critical impact
on journeying to our goals?
• Responses
recognition of human diversity (Ts & Ss)
respect & engagement… a long journey
dialogues actions
expertise as individuals co-construction
imagination rationalization
asking important questions
?????
21. References
• Advisory Committee on Teacher Education and Qualifications (ACTEQ)
(2003). Towards a Learning Profession: The Teacher Competencies
Framework and the Continuing Professional Development of Teachers.
Hong Kong: Advisory Committee on Teacher Education and Qualifications.
• Kwo, Ora (2007). Creating a Learning Space for Educators: Policy
Development for Accountability Systems, in Louis Deretchin & Cheryl J.
Craig (Eds), International Research on the Impact of Accountability Systems.
(Association of Teacher Education Yearbook XV). Toronto: Rowman &
Littlefield, 207-224.
• Loo, Seng Piew (2007). The Two Cultures of Science: On Language-
Culture Incommensurability Concerning ‘Nature’ and ‘Observation’, Higher
Education Policy, 20 (1), 97-116.
• Palmer P.J. (1998) The Courage to Teach: Exploring the Inner Landscape
of a Teacher’s Life. San Francisco, California: Jossey-Bass.
