5 New Year’s Resolutions for International School Leaders
In this episode, host Shane Leaning explores the theme of New Year's resolutions with a unique twist, focusing on leadership and professional development in the education sector.
Shane shares five innovative ideas for educators and school leaders to enhance their practices and better support their teams. From mental health initiatives to embracing cutting-edge technology like generative AI, this episode has insights for those looking to make impactful changes in their educational environments.
Shane begins by emphasising the importance of mental health checks for staff, suggesting regular reflection sessions or online forums. He then moves on to discuss professional development, proposing a grant system to encourage staff autonomy in their learning journeys.
The episode also delves into cognitive science, urging educators to integrate its principles into teaching strategies. Furthermore, Shane introduces the concept of 'deimplementation' – streamlining and reassessing current practices for more effective outcomes. Lastly, he highlights the necessity of engaging with generative AI, a rapidly evolving field with significant implications for education.
Key Quotes
"Do you have a system of checking in on the mental health of the staff that you serve?"
"A professional development grant system... puts autonomy in staff and gets them really thinking about their professional development journey."
"How are you using the latest research in cognitive science to enhance your practice?"
"Set 2024 to be your year of deimplementation not implementation."
"Engaging with generative AI... plan it into your PD sessions or into your weekly staff newsletter."
Links
"The Well-being Toolkit" by Andrew Coley
"The ResearchEd Guide to Cognitive Science" edited by Kate Jones
"Making Room for Impact: A Deimplementation Guide for Educators" by Dr. Aaron Hamilton, John Hattie, and Dylan William
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About the host
Shane Leaning is a passionate organisational development coach with over 14 years of international teaching and leadership experience. His approach to coaching and professional development is all about approachability and attentiveness to the unique strengths and contexts of schools and educators. Shane believes that empowerment fosters growth and success for both educators and students alike.
