For teachers, the summer break is a well-deserved opportunity to rest, travel and re-energise in preparation for the new academic year. For parts of it,
Tag: Professional Development
Three more Google courses for self-learning
Most people are aware of the Google certifications that are available and the titles that teachers can gain upon completion: Google Certified Educator Level 1
Google for Education Certified Trainer: a new direction
With each Google certification, I have described the process as a journey. It has really felt like that because I started from scratch. Before moving
Podcasts: PD from your pocket
The days of waiting for professional development opportunities are long gone. Modern teachers take advantage of many platforms for readily-available, free self-learning. I’m keen to
One Word for the new year
I had never heard of the One Word concept until this year, hence why I’m a little late to the party. But over the new
My advice for technophobic teachers
Technophobia is generally defined as fear or anxiety relating to technology. It is common among teachers and often results in a reluctance to adopt new
The dreaded interview question
I recently saw a post in a Facebook group that got me thinking. In preparation for an interview, the teacher asked how she should answer
My aims for next year (2017-18)
Last summer, I published a post titled My aims for next year. A year later, it’s pleasing and satisfying to revisit that post, knowing that I
Introducing #pypbookstudy slow chats
Our book study group for PYP teachers has been in action for one year already. During that time, PYP teachers from all over the world
Online certification courses: five recommendations
I love online learning. Our professional development no longer has to rely on school priorities or budgets. Online courses have made it easy to organise
What’s on your ‘someday’ list?
This post was inspired by @YuniSantosa, who blogged about her aim of starting Genius Hour with her students but still hasn’t found the time. As she states,
Google Certified Educator Level 2: the journey continues…
Back in May, I completed the exam to become a Level 1 Google Certified Educator, after months of working through the online units. I reflected
My aims for next year (2016-17)
Another academic year has drawn to a close. Well, kind of. I have five more days to go because I will support our PTA on the annual
My journey to Google Certified Educator
A couple of hours ago, I completed my Google Certified Educator Level 1 exam, alongside a fantastic team of colleagues (Dickie, Daniel, Julie, Stephanie and Cindy).