Hosted by David Burke, Education Talks interviews a variety of thinkers, leaders, innovators and business people making a mark in the education world.
Beth Kerr is a consultant and coach focused on wellbeing and digital education. She was previously the Group Director of Wellbeing at Cognita Schools and continues to serve as a School Inspector. Beth is empowering people to have agency over their wellbeing and digital habits.
Links from discussion:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-kerr-bb42a8166/
https://www.bethkerrwellbeing.com/
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Kailyn Fullerton is an educational consultant and professional development facilitator. After working in several international schools, she became the founder of Upstream Collaborative - with a focus on social-emotional learning and mindfulness in international schools, advancing research into practice.
https://upstream-collaborative.org/
https://www.ed.events/group/social-emotional-learning-and-mindfulness/discussion
https://www.ed.events/solutions/upstream-collaborative
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaifull/
https://twitter.com/kaifull
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/mental-health/index.htm
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Ryan Fahey is Lead, Programs & Resources at Physical and Health Education Canada. He’s also the founder of Fahey Consulting, is a 2-time Amazon best-selling author and has recently published “Listen: How To Be You In A World Where You Can Be Anything”. Ryan is also a professional speaker, and through his consultancy, provides Book coaching, wellness coaching, and social media consulting services to individuals and small businesses.
https://www.amazon.ca/Listen-How-World-Where-Anything-ebook/dp/B0C87VBLC2/
https://www.ed.events/events/2024-phe-national-conference
https://www.ed.events/solutions/faheyconsulting
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Alex Atherton is a leadership coach for senior leaders and CEOs. He is also an accomplished public speaker, focused on the challenges of leadership and recognising the differences and strengths of Generation Z. Alex worked in schools for many years, mostly in London, becoming an assistant head at 27, a deputy at 30 and a head of school at 33. His consultancy work now allows him to utilise his knowledge and skills across many schools and industries.
Links from discussion:
Elizabeth Scott is a Language and Literature teacher and Head of Department at an international school in Singapore. As a local working in an international school, she provides interesting insight into the importance of international schools connecting with their local communities. Elizabeth is also involved in a DEIJ collaborative involving teachers from different international schools in Singapore.
You can connect with Liz on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethscott82/
Kaleena Carter is an experienced Secondary Mathematics Teacher and University & Career Counsellor. She has over 15 years of experience working in schools. Originally from Michigan in the United States, Kaleena has been working in Korean international schools since 2015. In this episode, she shares her journey from being a mathematics teacher to becoming a college counsellor and shares insights into the unique challenges international students face when applying to US universities.
Connect with Kaleena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaleena-carter-b971603a/
Scott Bower is an Admission Counsellor at Soka University and he also works as an IB DP Global Politics teacher for the Dwight Global Online School. Scott also hosts the podcast “Be A Global Citizen”, where he interviews guests on the subject of Global Citizenship - something he is passionate about. In this episode, I ask Scott for his own reflections on what it means to be a global citizen.
Contact Scott: bowerscott15@gmail.com
Be a Global Citizen Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-a-global-citizen-podcast/id1540093164
Audrey Pantelis is the Director of Elevation Coaching and Consulting. Her career in education as teacher, middle leader, senior leader and head of school in both mainstream and special educational needs spans over thirty years. Audrey is an accredited Resilient Leaders Elements leadership coach and C-Me colour profiling Accreditor. She also works with schools and organisations in developing and implementing positive, systemic changes with regards to racial diversity and inclusive practices.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-pantelis-278108a6/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Audiekins
Website: https://www.elevationcc.co.uk
Kazuna Soeldner is the founder of KazuConnect. In this episode, Kazuna shares her discovery of the love of databases and the difference good data management can make inside a school.
Since her first steps into education as a trailing spouse in international schools, she’s started her own company specialising in supporting database management. A great example of the difference that individuals in education can make when discovering their passion, and specialising in areas of need.
Connect with Kazuna: https://kazuconnect.com
Terence Tan is a teacher turned product manager at edm8ker in Singapore. In this episode of Education Talks, Terence reflects on his time working on policy initiatives with the ministry of education. He also discusses edm8ker’s community lab Makerspace at United World College, and a new PD approach to engage teachers with emerging technologies.
Links from discussion:
Repair Kopitiam: http://repairkopitiam.sg
Classin guest blog: https://www.blog.classin.com/post/professional-development-in-emerging-tech
Eddy: www.eddy4teachers.com
Demystifying AI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqdJkuO-miA
String: https://teachertech.beehiiv.com/
SEN Chatgpt session: https://www.sgeducationnetwork.org/event-submission/teacher-meets-tech---the-use-of-chatgpt-in-teaching-%26-assessment
Dr. Tassos Anastasiades is a highly experienced international schools leader, with a focus on inspirational leadership, developing world class teams, innovation and 21st century skills. He is currently the principal at Ningbo Huamao International School. Tassos believes he has been fortunate to have led schools and staff across the world, resulting in a diverse understanding of cultural differences, governance and educational practice. A prolific writer, publishing his thoughts on education to a vast online audience, it’s was a real pleasure to have him share his thoughts on Education Talks.
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tassos-anastasiades-4287bb7/
Caite Khan has been described as a “combat chalkie”. For the past 22 years she has worked in different educational capacities and for a wide range of organisations. From remote Australian Indigenous schools, to international schools, and with different Armed Forces world wide - her teaching experience is extensive. Caite’s current role at Namseoul University sees her focus on the International Baccalaureate and Teacher Training and Development.
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David Higginson is one of the original founders of SchoolsBuddy, a well established school activities platform. In this interview I ask him about his pathway from the finance industry to establishing a successful EdTech company. David also talks about his next project. An insightful interview, particularly for anyone thinking about venturing into the EdTech industry.
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Craig Randall is a Counselor, Coach, Teacher, Principal, Author, Trainer, and Consultant. He’s also the author of Trust-Based Observations. He offers training in implementing Trust-Based Observations in schools, with the aim to improve the teacher evaluation process. On this episode of Education Talks, Craig shares with us his insights and experiences, on how “Trust-Based Observations” is benefiting teachers and school administrators.
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Andrew McGeehan is Director at Trident Training and Consulting. He worked in higher education for 12 years before embarking on a new journey and starting his own business. Based in Singapore, Andrew works with organisations and schools that are interested in enhancing their inclusion efforts and creating environments where all people can thrive and be themselves.
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In this episode of Education Talks, host David Burke sits down with Cindy Adair, an accomplished International School senior leader, career counselor, and coach.
Cindy currently serves as the assistant principal for professional learning at Bangkok Patana School, where she has been for many years. In this interview, Cindy discusses her journey to becoming a teacher, her role as assistant principal for professional learning, and what makes Bangkok Patton a unique school.
She also shares her thoughts on the future of education and exciting projects in the works. Additionally, Cindy provides valuable advice for anyone considering a move to a school in Thailand.
Join us as we learn more about Cindy's experiences and insights in the field of education.
Cindy Adair on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-adair-b2aa1976/
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Michael Iannini is a leadership, strategy and organisational management consultant with PD Academia. Having lived and worked in Asia for the past 23 years, he has great insight into the international education sector, working with various organisations to help them grow and succeed. In this interview, we discuss leadership and the recruitment season in international schools.
Links from the discussion:
https://pdacademia.com
https://middleleader.com
https://twitter.com/PDAcademia
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Greshma Momaya is an EduLeader and Teacher Mentor in India. She has vast experience in roles supporting teachers and parents in many organisations. We hear how she is making a difference to support emotional wellbeing and what she’s discovered through visits to schools focused on alternative approaches in Bangalore, India. https://www.linkedin.com/in/greshma-momaya-69517576/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWh7nLdlujwnMVd9vGKVqvA https://www.facebook.com/greshmabmomaya https://www.instagram.com/empowerwithgreshma/
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Nickolas Harris is very much a third culture kid. Having grown up in an international school setting, he’s gone on to become an established and respected international teacher. I wanted to talk to him to find out about his pathway through international school, how this has impacted him as an international teacher, and what he’s passionate about. Having previously worked with Nick, it was also great to catch up.
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Kate O’Connell, an educational leader, coach and speaker, has over 25 years of experience in education. She’s worked and consulted in 30 schools, in 12 countries on 4 continents. When she visited Bangkok recently, it was a real pleasure to meet up in person and have her as a guest on Education Talks.
Connect with Kate: Twitter - https://twitter.com/innovatecreater
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-oconnell/
Thanks to Hunter's Garden and Restaurant in Bangkok for the fantastic location and great lunch. https://www.huntersbkk.com/
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Dr Gihan Jayaweera is a general practitioner based in Melbourne Australia. He also offers public speaking and training, with a particular interest in supporting teachers. I caught up with Gihan to ask him about his education journey in becoming a doctor, his Happy Framework and how it can help teachers, as well as his podcast - Solve for Greatness.
Links from the discussion:
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Craig Kemp is the co-founder and CEO of EduSpark. Previously he had a long career in education, working as a primary teacher and Assistant Principal before to moving to international schools in Singapore, and then working exclusively in EdTech. I was keen to learn about his journey from New Zealand to Singapore, what drove him in his quest to establish EduSpark, and what we can all look forward to with this exciting platform.
Check out EduSpark: https://www.eduspark.world
Connect with Craig: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrkempnz/
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Dr Michael Berry is an experienced school leader and education professional, currently serving as the Head of School at Bandung Independent School in Indonesia. With a career spanning almost 3 decades in international school settings, and a Doctorate of Education focused in Educational Leadership, I was keen to chat with him about what makes a good school and what shapes a good school leader.
You can connect with Michael on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-berry-ed-d-he-him-44b01386/
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An insightful chat with Stephen Cook, the Director of SCITTS and Overseas Programs at the University of Buckingham, discussing the broader role of education. Stephen also reflects on some personal items such as the impact one teacher had on him, the fulfilment of being a teacher, and his chance of a lifetime to perform at the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony.
You can contact Stephen via email: stephen.cook@buckingham.ac.uk
Or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/stephendcook
Learn about studying education at the University of Buckingham: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/study-education/
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Mingyue Choy is a Solutions Engineer at Instructure, with a broad range of experience working with education and training institutions across Asia. Previously, she was with Singapore's Ministry of Education as a Chemistry Teacher and later in the Educational Technology Division, driving projects to improve digital learning. I was interested to catch up with Ming to learn about her experience transitioning from the classroom to working in EdTech.
You can connect with Ming on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mychoy/
Ming's EduTech speaker info page.
Professor Sonia Blandford is one of the United Kingdom’s leading experts on improving the education and aspirations of children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Sonia is the editor of the Teaching Times Every Child journal, author of over 250 articles and books, and is currently Professor of Social Mobility at Plymouth Marjon University.
Her latest book "Teaching and Learning to Unlock Social Mobility for Every Child: Building Learning Futures" is available for pre-order here... https://www.routledge.com/Teaching-and-Learning-to-Unlock-Social-Mobility-for-Every-Child-Building/Blandford-Burkey/p/book/9781032015415#
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Dr Colleen Boyett is a highly accomplished education leader. She's a Doctor of Philosophy, Military Veteran, International School Leader and, now on her return to the USA, IB coordinator. It was an absolute pleasure to catch up with her and hear her reflections on her time overseas.
You can connect with Colleen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-colleen-boyett-89175a114/
Daily Life of Women [3 volumes]: An Encyclopedia from Ancient Times to the Present: https://a.co/d/fQUdXyU
Paul Theroux, The Great Railway Bazaar: shorturl.at/lMOR2
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Adam Morris is the Schools Technology & Integrations Director at Faria Education Group. He describes himself as a programmer who is lucky enough to work in Education. He’s worked in International Schools across China, Vietnam and Malaysia as an ESL teacher, English Teacher and of course the all important “tech guy”. I wanted to hear his story of transitioning from working inside schools to working in his current role.
Links from the discussion:
ManageBac & Open Apply to Google Sheets: https://github.com/classroomtechtools/managebac_openapply_to_gsheets
Faria Community Monthly Meetups: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faria-tech-professional-learning-community-monthly-meet-ups-tickets-388565508897
Adam Morris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-morris-08905a20/
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Dr William E. Donald is Associate Professor of Sustainable Careers and Human Resource Management.
Free Access to Times Higher Education Article: https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.13284...
Details for connecting with Will...
Email: w.e.donald@gmail.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willdonald/ Personal Website: https://drwilldonald.wordpress.com/
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Jolene Lockwood is Leadership Consultant and Coach, Certified Dare to Lead Facilitator, Cognitive Coaching Agency Trainer and experienced educator. I had the pleasure of working with her at my first international school. It was great to catch up with her to discuss the pathway she took in her career and her current role working outside of schools.
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Andrew is an education journeyman - you name it, he's done it. Educator, Principal, Author, Expert Trainer & Coach. Now, amongst other projects, he’s the co-founder of EduSpark.World. It was a real honour to speak with Andrew in this first episode of Education Talks.
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Welcome to Education Talks, I’m David Burke. After many years working in both Australian and International Schools, I’m stepping outside of school with the aim to connect with interesting people from across the education sector. Education Talks is one way I’m looking forward to doing just that.
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