Posts by Shannon

At the Movies: Green-Screens Transform Student Learning

Posted on Oct 3, 2013 in Professional Blog

At the Movies: Green-Screens Transform Student Learning

Through movies, students construct meaning and communicate understanding with great creative freedom. With the addition of green-screen technology, students learn to select images discerningly and write sophisticated scripts to complement, explain or engage with background media.

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Embedding the Learner Profile in the Pedagogy & Culture of Schools

Posted on Sep 21, 2013 in Professional Blog

Embedding the Learner Profile in the Pedagogy & Culture of Schools

How do we make the Learner Profile an inextricable part of our school culture? How do we ensure that our pedagogy inspires students to strive for these attributes every day? The goal is to embed the Learner Profile in our daily practice, in simple, authentic ways.

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Life as a Tweep: On Becoming a Connected Educator

Posted on Sep 20, 2013 in Publications

Life as a Tweep: On Becoming a Connected Educator

Published inĀ TIE OnlineĀ  (Sep...

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How to Make the Most of Standardised Assessment

Posted on Sep 15, 2013 in Professional Blog

How to Make the Most of Standardised Assessment

With careful analysis, standardised assessments can inform teachers and improve instructional practices in international schools.

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The Power of Gratitude in Schools

Posted on Sep 9, 2013 in Professional Blog

The Power of Gratitude in Schools

I believe that gratitude is a key factor in every school where quality teachers are retained and student learning flourishes.

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