TIE PODCAST In the sixth episode in the Standards of Practice podcast series, Sue Easton, Director of Programs at the Principals' Training Center, discusses Standard 2: Model the skills and attitudes of a global citizen, including: cultural sensitivity, antiracism, positive attitude, empathy, and proactivity. Kevin Simpson, Founder of the Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color, discusses the skills and attitudes required to nurture global citizenship in international schools. He shares key strategies that help teachers to be inclusive practitioners and bring this standard to life in classrooms. Reflecting on the urgency in the current context of international schools to implement this standard, he shares examples of schools who are leading by example. CHECK OUT THE SIXTH EPISODE
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TOP STORIES
By Kim Cofino
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No matter how many coaching conversations you’ve had, there are always opportunities to continue to grow. Give these strategies a try in your next coaching conversation… ..more |
By Austin Farwell
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To foster a culture of collaboration, schools can implement a framework that prioritizes communication, shared goals, and interdisciplinary initiatives… ..more |
By Dallin Bywater
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Academic research underlines the importance of positive teacher-student relationships for creating an effective education environment… ..more |
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
By Mary Opalenik
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A reflection on two decades of international teaching experience and the importance of considering how to approach the issue of human rights and social justice… ..more |
By Constance Darshea Collins
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Collaborating globally is essential for driving systemic change in historically inequitable institutions… ..more |
By Megan Vosk and Shafali
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Drawing on survey data collected from students, explore the concepts of belonging and examine ways to foster it… ..more |
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NEWS
By Sander van der Velden, Grade 11
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UNIS Hanoi’s staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime encouraged student advocacy and community collaboration… ..more |
By Sarah Reich and Dr. Alan Knobloch
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How the International School of Hamburg adopted a holistic approach to sustainable nutrition in school… ..more |
By Shwetangna Chakrabarty
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Key takeaways from AIELOC’s first in person conference include the path to a more inclusive and just educational landscape… ..more |
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PEDAGOGY & LEARNING
By Nick DeForest
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Survey results are analyzed to understand the job of an international school coach and create discussion to help improve athletic programs… ..more |
By Saqib Rasib
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Bilingual language support can enhance academic success and contribute to the cultivation of essential leadership traits… ..more |
By Tina Fossgreen
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This approach benefits teachers but also positively impacts students, underscoring the importance of teacher agency in shaping the future of education… ..more |
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| THE PRINCIPALS' TRAINING CENTER |
By Katherine Benson
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Join us as we delve into the stories of these inspiring educators and gain a deeper understanding of the transformative power of education across borders… ..more |
By Joe Cloutier
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In this Pearl, Joe encouragingly reminds us that “you can handle any crisis that happens at your school…” ..more |
By Sally Wen
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In this Pearl, Sally shares that there two ways of having dialogue: conversation to increase understanding and discussion for making the decisions... ..more |
By Cheryl-Ann Weekes
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Cheryl shares how she got into international school counseling and what she loves most about being an international counselor… ..more |
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STUDENT VOICE
Peace You Have My Word By Rama, Grade 12 student
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Discrimination and bias everywhere. If it’s not race, it’s gender, or nationality, or religion, or wealth, or physical and mental ability… ..more |
By Azzah Abrar Dar, Grade 9
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A Grade 9 student shares a poem about damaging the earth… ..more |
Videos for Change By international school students, Australia
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My brother is driving in the video, and we wanted to explore that just one distraction can be fatal... ..more |
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LEADERSHIP
By Lianne Dominguez
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Together we can shape a future where belonging is not just a buzzword but a lived experience that enriches the lives of individuals and communities… ..more |
By Kim Cofino
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The skills and habits you develop in your instructional coaching role will serve you well in any future position, including formal leadership roles... ..more |
By Stacy Stephens
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I want to be a part of something that looks to the future of education, that strives to make a better and more impactful stance on the profession... ..more |
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
By Tricia Friedman
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What strategies might we adopt as educators to fortify our understanding and become beacons of guidance in our professional communities… ..more |
By Nigel Winnard
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Schools and parents need to get on the same page when it comes to teaching about ethics and moral choices, as well as supervision, around online access… ..more |
By Peter Merrick
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We can reframe the challenge by simply removing the ethical question from the equation… ..more |
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LIFESTYLE
By Tim Logan
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In this episode, Matthew Savage, former Principal of an award-winning international school, discusses helping schools use data wisely and well… ..more |
By Dr. Niki Melanidou
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Metacognition empowers these students to better understand their own learning processes, strengths, and areas where they might need additional support… ..more |
By Rae Merrigan
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A seventh-grade science project in the Peruvian Amazon allowed for the development of important social-emotional skills… ..more |
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL APPOINTMENTS
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Derek Dalasta
Asociacion Escuelas LincolnElementary School Principal
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David Nelson
Asociacion Escuelas LincolnHigh School Principal
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