Leadership for Digital Learning Near and Far: The View from International Schools Dr. Julie Evans @JulieEvans_PT CEO, Project Tomorrow Dr. Kari Stubbs @KariStubbs Vice President, BrainPOP June 27, 2016
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Leadership for Digital Learning
Near and Far: The View from International Schools
Dr. Julie Evans @JulieEvans_PT
CEO, Project Tomorrow
Dr. Kari Stubbs @KariStubbs
Vice President, BrainPOP
June 27, 2016
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and Far
Today’s big questions: o How are international schools leveraging
digital tools and innovative practices to impact student learning?
o What are best practices for digital learning leadership – in international schools specifically?
o What can we learn from the experiences of educators in international school settings?
o How can we continue today’s learning by developing a leadership playlist for extended learning?
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and Far
Session components:
oNew research data on digital learning in international schools
o Insights from selected education leaders within international schools
oYour contributions via Twitter and discussion
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We are also honored to have joining us online:
Dr. Matt Harris @MattHarrisEdDDeputy Head of Learning TechnologiesBritish School of Jakarta
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Please tweet: Your country and/or state
Your role
Let’s start off with some thoughts from another international school educator:
Dr. Wayne Burnett @WayneBu Deputy Head of PrimaryGerman European School in Singapore
And with additional insights to jumpstart our discussion:
Dr. Wayne Burnett @WayneBuDeputy Head of PrimaryGerman European School in Singapore
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Twitter Report
Part Two
Imagine you are going to spend a month on a
deserted island.
What is the one mobile technology you would want to have with you?
Yes, some solar power re-charging stations will be available on your island.
What is the one mobile technology you would want to have with you?
A. Smart phoneB. Tablet C. LaptopD. Digital readerE. Personal Margarita
Blender
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Without data, you are just
another person with an opinion.
W. Edward Deming
New Research Project: Speak Up for International Schools
Extension of very successful US-based Speak Up Project Since 2003, 4.5 million K-12 students, educators and parents
New collaboration with BrainPOP and ISTE Goal: to learn about digital learning in international schools Goal: to share results as exemplars of leadership practices
Facilitated online surveys about digital learning Pilot implementation – Spring 2016 Surveys for students, teachers and administrators
Over 2,200 surveys submitted from international schools
Speak Up for International Schools
Focus of preliminary findings:
oHow students are using digital tools for learning
oMobile device usage and valuation of that usage
o From print to pixel – use of games and movies within learning
o Impact of technology use on learning
Current uses of digital tools for learning
Four types of usage by students:
In school: o teacher directedo student self – initiated
Out of school time:o supporting schoolworko supporting personal learning
Digital ActivitiesStudents in
international schools
Take tests online 67%Use mobile apps for learning 65%Create videos/movies to show what I know 60%
Use online textbooks 52%Watch videos/movies in class 46%
Digital learning – teacher facilitated usage by students
Digital ActivitiesStudents in
international schools
Use mobile to look up info in class 72%
Text classmates for help 67%Take notes on mobile device 63%Take photos of assignments/text book pages 61%
Find videos to support learning 49%
Digital learning – student self-initiated usage
Mobile device usage and valuation
Students have regular access to mobile devices: o 73% of lower secondary students use their own
devices o 59% of primary students use a tablet provided
by their school
Students say mobile device use is important
75% of students say that being able to use a mobile device (laptop, tablet, Chromebook) during the school day to support learning is important
From print to pixel – use of games and movies within learning
56% of primary students say they play video, online or digital games to help with learning
55% of teachers say they are using game-based environments in their classroom
From print to pixel – use of games and movies within learning
Why games? Benefits of games within learning
Primary Lower Secondar
y
Makes it easier to understand difficult concepts
64% 66%
Makes the subject more interesting
49% 66%
School would be more fun 43% 62%
Improve my thinking and problem solving skills
45% 49%
Games adapt to my skill level 38% 46%
Games connect content to real world
30% 37%
In charge of learning process 31% 35%
From print to pixel – use of games and movies within learning
Lower secondary students:
In what subject have you watched a video or movie to help with schoolwork?
Students say:
1.Science (82%)2. History (72%)3.Mathematics (55%)4.English (55%)5.Geography (52%)
In what subject have you watched a video or movie to help with schoolwork?
Teachers’ purposes for using videos or movies Why videos or movies? Purposes
Teachers in international
schools
Teachers in US schools
Activate students’ prior knowledge
78% 69%
Illustrate a difficult concept
75% 59%
Introduce a lesson or unit
73% 68%
Increase student engagement
70% 65%
Facilitate a class discussion
68% 62%
Offer an alternative teaching approach
64% 46%
As a result of using technology, I am …
Student view: impact of technology on learning
Developing creativity skills Collaborating with other students moreMore likely to complete homework assignments Learning in a way that fits my learning style Learning at my own pace Gaining a better understanding of class materialsDeveloping critical thinking and problem solving skillsIn control of my learning
New Research Project: Speak Up for International Schools
Next steps:
o Development of a report on the results o Sharing the results in other conferences o Creation of a “Speak Up for
International Schools Advisory Council”
o Identification of new partner schools o Planning for 2017 Speak Up for
International Schools – surveys open in January
Let’s learn from another international school educator:
Davey Neil @daveyneilShanghai American School
Welcoming Dr. Harris to this discussion:
Dr. Matt Harris @MattHarrisEdDDeputy Head of Learning TechnologiesBritish School of Jakarta
New perspectives from this innovative international school educator:
Davey Neil @daveyneilShanghai American School
More insights from Dr. Burnett
Dr. Wayne Burnett @WayneBu Deputy Head of PrimaryGerman European School in Singapore
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and Far
Today’s big questions: o How are international schools leveraging
digital tools and innovative practices to impact student learning?
o What are best practices for digital learning leadership – in international schools specifically?
o What can we learn from the experiences of educators in international school settings?
o How can we continue today’s learning by developing a leadership playlist for extended learning?
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and FarExtended Learning Resources
http://www.tomorrow.org/speakup/LeadershipforDigitalLearning_ISTE2016.html
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and FarExtended Learning Resources
Let’s create together a new Digital Leadership Playlist! 3 Big Questions
Contribute via Twitter OR Google Doc OR email to Julie or Kari
Contributions will be posted on the extended resources page
Model collaborative professional learning and add your ideas today!
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and FarExtended Learning Resources
Let’s create together a new Digital Leadership Playlist! 3 Big Questions
1. What is your definition of “Digital Leadership?”
2. What practices have you employed to create a digital vision or direction for your school?
3. What resources (articles, TEDTalks, books, presentations) would you recommend to other leaders on their professional journey?
Leadership for Digital Learning Near and FarExtended Learning Resources
Let’s create together a new Digital Leadership Playlist! Send contributions:
1. Twitter: use hashtag #intlschools
2. Google doc: http://bit.ly/28X77UN
3. Email:[email protected]@brainpop.com
Your thoughts
, ideas, question
s
Thank you for joining this discussion today!
Dr. Kari StubbsBrainPOP@[email protected]
Dr. Julie EvansProject Tomorrow @[email protected]
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