by André Double. Grant Fox is a former New Zealand Rugby Union International, who played fly-half and is now a successful CEO of the LED company Monstavision. In 1987 he played a pivotal role in the All Blacks team that secured victory in the first-ever Rugby World Cup. Among his many achievements, Grant is renowned […]
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by Samuel Hodge. We are going to delve into a topic close to my heart – the intersection of service learning and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As we navigate the path towards creating global citizens, this journey is not just a part of our curriculum but an integral aspect of our school ethos. The
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by David Gregory. As school leaders, we always have a lot going on. There are so many programs which now run outside the classroom. The skills required for these are often quite different from those inside the classroom. On the one hand, we have a highly structured and controlled environment with clear and consistent parameters
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by Mark Anderson Technology has always provided us with the opportunity to do more. While some have been able to capitalise on its potential, most have not. From the many unsuccessful implementations (think of all the interactive whiteboards being used as expensive projectors) to the different technologies that often fail to live up to expectations,
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by Joseph Otley Introduction: A Traveller’s Tale Join me on a deeply personal journey, where we delve into the complex realm of customer service within the sphere of international education. Imagine the scene – a solo traveller, accompanied by twin four-year-old boys, embarking on an adventure from Edinburgh to Denmark. The thought of managing such
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by Milos Markovic We’ve all been there—sitting in those meetings that seem to have mastered the art of time-stretching as if they’re auditioning for a role in a slow-motion movie. You know the ones where you start daydreaming about your next vacation, your lunch menu, and maybe even the mysteries of the universe. But worry
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by Marcelle van Leenen Do you have an excellent EAL specialist at your school? They might be your next principal! My journey in education began in an International Baccalaureate (IB) school, where I served as an English teacher and Head of EAL (English as an Additional Language). This role ignited a passion for language and
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by Dr. Ian Gross Culture shock can be described as feelings of uncertainty, confusion, or anxiety that people may experience when moving to a new country or surroundings. It is not what you might expect when returning to your home country. As an international teacher and school leader for over two decades, I certainly had
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by Dr.Jeremy Majeski I’ve dedicated over two decades of my life to the field of education, having worn the hats of both teacher and school administrator. My journey has taken me from the bustling halls of US public schools to the global stage of international education. Throughout my career, I’ve predominantly navigated the landscape of
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by Gavin Clark What do our students need for the future of work? What is important in education to prepare students for the demands of the workforce? These are the questions that we have to ask ourselves as leaders of learning institutions. We are tasked with being the innovative pioneers within the educational realm inculcating
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