Empathy and listening skills for effective teaching
If effective teaching depends on good relationships, these depend in turn on our ability to empathise and listen, according to Dr. Paul Parham.
. . . and why triangles matter in education
According to Matthew Savage, current forms of assessment do not get us anywhere near a full picture of a child and everything that makes them unique.Think ‘triangles’ for a better perspective!
How do they shape our character and our work?
Holly Warren explores the roles of experience and habit as they occupy the stages of our lives, both shaping our thinking, character, work and teaching.
As you read this article listen and relax to the music of Wenicia Lindh
Bringing young and old together on Réunion Island
The unique programme of a school built in the grounds of a residential care home on Réunion Island is impacting the lives of young and old alike. Principal of Ma Kindy, Jade Amalou reports.
The importance of school climate and culture
Katrina Daniels-Samasa suggests that if a school does not actively cultivate its climate, it will drift and when it drifts, avoidable problems will arise.
The benefits of Yoga in schools
Eva Coddington of Sevenoaks School presents the case for the active practice of Yoga in schools as time very well spent.
Monitoring student well-being in secondary
Lorna Conroy describes how Bangkok Patana school has developed a two-track approach to monitor and support secondary student wellbeing.
Dealing with the impact of global uncertainty on a school community
It seems we are now constantly dealing with the effects of local and global uncertainty. Milena Prodanić Tišma describes how one school in Zagreb helped children to cope after two earthquakes during lockdown.
Staff wellbeing in international schools: the 2022 Tes Survey
A recent global survey by Tes shows international schools are meeting staff wellbeing needs pretty well, although more can always be done. Jon Romer-Lee reports.
Dealing with critical incidents in international schools
‘Critical incidents’ cause distress. Responding to them in the wrong way makes things worse. Ian Gross outlines the big issues involved for international schools.