Rethinking education in a changing educational landscape
Educational change is here to stay so we need to ask ourselves whether we are changemakers, or change savers. To stay relevant we need to constantly rethink our approaches to education. How can we support students to be the best versions of themselves so that they can contribute meaningfully to an ever-changing world?
In recent years, discussions about adolescent mental health have grown louder. A crucial aspect of these conversations is the impact of...
Recently, I once again met with the 50 or so first mover schools involved with the University of Melbourne's New Metrics Project. It has...
For the past few years, Melbourne, in the first week of November, has always been a fabulous draw card. But not for the reasons you might...
As a parent and an educator, when undertaking my due diligence on a suitable school for myself and/or my children, I have always found...
In a recent blog post, I touched on “…professional transformation. That moment when a teacher realises the benefits of a shift in...
Teachers are leaving the profession in droves. And whilst there has been great discussion about the possible, perceived and very real...
Cheering from the sidelines during an important and urgent discussion on the Australian Education sector, led by Pasi Sahlberg, I sat...
It is such a good feeling when reflecting on one's own leadership of a project, initiative, or during the execution of a strategic plan,...
I have only been in my new role for one semester. It's a pretty exciting role which involves leading our College, as one of Australia's...
Recently, my College colleagues and I had the pleasure of hosting Ernst & Young for a Professional Learning Tour of our campus. Our...
"Those asked only to reheat pre-cooked hamburgers are unlikely to become masterchefs." Andreas Schleicher, Director Education and Skills...
Historically, those with a stake-hold in education have been caught up in what Louka Parry recently coined, the "tyranny of cognitive...
In the wake of what some have called, a Tsunami of change, brought about by the sudden COVID-19 pandemic, I had time to pause and engage...
Intelligence plus character — that is the true goal of education.
