Self-directed learning and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Teacher-librarian Kim Klein explains how Stamford American International School blends self-directed learning with UDL to structure student development while freeing up teachers’ time.
Game changer for education?
How can Internet of Things (IoT) be used in schools? Uma Shankar Singh looks at the substantial benefits and some of the issues that must be thought through.
Look – and you shall see the connection
A simple daily walk sparks off all sorts of connections for Andrew Tidswell, who ponders the link between curiosity and creativity.
Animal power
A new book by Helen Lewis and Russell Grigg explores the way that animals can affect children’s learning and wellbeing.
Andy Homden looks at free new directory, Schoolserve.com, designed to enable international schools find and tender for resources and services, something which might just make one aspect of planning a little easier.
Converting a school’s student population from fluid to solid
Esther Clark looks at online opportunities available for international schools to offer greater breadth and stronger continuity of education for their students.
New online magazine – written for kids, by kids during lockdown
Two sisters in North London take advantage of lockdown to enter the world of digital publishing. Isla McGuckin reports.
How to create a great school website with WordPress
Developing your old website, let alone creating a new one can be a daunting and potentially expensive prospect. Mike Khorev suggests that understanding the basics puts a school in control of the process, while minimizing costs.
The question of censorship in international school libraries
It is inevitable that at some point in a librarian’s career the suitability of their stock choice will be questioned. Sally Flint knows that in an international school library this is not an infrequent problem. What to do?
December stories for children
It’s that time again with rehearsals for a festive show/performance, assessments & report writing, parties to organise, etc. etc. Curated by Jan Homden here are stories on line to dip into over the coming weeks that are all beautifully narrated.