The Unique Challenges International Schools Face in Navigating the Digital Jungle.
Unique Challenges International Schools Face in Navigating the Digital Jungle International schools are often seen as pioneers in blending technology into education, but they face unique challenges when navigating the complex digital landscape. These challenges are amplified by the cultural diversity of their student and parent populations, varying attitudes toward technology, and the need to […]
Creating a Culture of Play: How Schools Can Champion Free Play and Support Parents at Home
Creating a Culture of Play: How Schools Can Champion Free Play and Support Parents at Home If you regularly read my blogs and articles you already know that I was a Deputy Head and Class Teacher for over 22 years and that’s why I’m so intersted in home and school working together. In an era […]
Navigating the Digital Jungle Together: Building Digital Citizenship at Home and School.
As a former Deputy Head and Class Teacher for over 20 years I have a real interest in helping schools and homes work together. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, teaching digital citizenship and literacy has become essential for both families and the school community. The huge increase of devices and online platforms presents […]
Screen Time, Digital Poverty, Education & Why NOT all Educational Apps are Equal in Quality‼️
If you have time I highly, highly recommend watching or listening to this absolutely fascinating parliamentary evidence on screen time, digital poverty and education, with Baroness Kidron who’s career has taken her from making movies for Stephen Spielberg to groundbreaking protections for young people online Screen time and Wellbeing Speakers include: John McGee, Senior Policy […]
Unleashing Imagination: Celebrating World Book Day with Tech Books for Children of All Ages
As we celebrate World Book Day, if we can get passed the stress of dressing up, we can embark on a journey of literary exploration, where the pages of books transport our kids to distant lands, ignite their imagination, and inspire a love for learning. While traditional tales tend to hold a special place in […]
Metrics that Matter: Parental Engagement in the Spotlight
On my Igniting Parental Engagement: A Dynamic CPD Approach Course I talk about the importance of measuring the impact of your parental engagement. Establishing metrics to gauge the impact of parental engagement requires a systematic approach that involves collaboration between schools, teachers, and parents. Here are steps to help schools set up effective metrics: Identify […]