The Future of Education Panel
Ron Schildge
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School
Jonathon Borys
Regional Director of Education, OneSchool Global North America
Greg Toppo
Co-author Running with Robots
Connie White
Director of Learning & Innovation, Woodward Academy
Rethinking Assessment: Techniques and Tools to Inspire and Motivate
This session delivered by Skills and Education Group and GoReact is all about ditching traditional techniques and discovering how alternative assessment strategies can supercharge learning, supporting students and engaging teachers in their continued professional development. We’ll dive into practical strategies to:
Track Student Progress: Master formative assessment to keep tabs on student progress and identify areas for improvement through a range of ‘assessment for’ and ‘assessment of’ techniques.
Fuel Student Motivation: Learn how feedback and feed-forward can ignite student passion, encouraging them to reach new heights.
Tap into Tech: Explore innovative tools to inspire and motivate teachers through their ongoing development, thus enhancing the learning experience for all.
Boost Wider Skills: Discover how sharpening English and ICT skills can unlock a world of possibilities for your students.
The session will be delivered by Karen Plowman, Head of Professional Development and Learning at Skills and Education Group and Jenny Gordon, Vice President for International Markets at GoReact.
Karen Plowman
Head of Professional Development and Learning, Skills and Education Group
Jenny Gordon
Vice President of International Markets, GoReact
Ready Player One - Shifts for Future Classrooms: AI, VR, and Ethics /Dispositions are Embedded
In our rapidly evolving world, knowledge doubles every 12 hours and technological advancements surpass the rate of human adaptability. It is crucial to prepare students for a future that becomes increasingly unimaginable. The rise of artificial
intelligence (AI) and the advent of innovative technologies compel necessary shifts in education. Join us to learn how to design curriculum that embeds student-centered experiences with real-world topics that demand active engagement and the transfer of acquired knowledge. We will also examine the benefits of incorporating solution- oriented thinking and ethical decision-making into the curriculum while emphasizing the integration of SEL.
Connie White
Director of Learning & Innovation, Woodward Academy
Elizabeth Helfant
Dean of Curriculum & Instruction, MICDS
The Future is Bright, the Future is Bi-lingual Education
The delivery of world class bi-lingual education at Wellington College Shanghai Early Years Centre via the unique Dual Language Program has afforded our youngest learners the best possible start in their educational journey as confident and curious bi-lingual global citizens. The session includes case study sharing of our journey, our challenges and ultimately our pupils’ successes. This evidence-based session shares our unique Wellington College Shanghai approach alongside practical examples to facilitate learning and further discussion for bi-lingual educators and leaders.
Charlotte Knight-Benjafield
Executive Head, Wellington College China
Developing, launching, and expanding quality apprenticeships in the United States
This session will highlight the rapid growth of registered apprenticeships across the United States over the past decade.
Since 2014, Apprenticeship programs in the USA have grown more than 103%, with nearly 650,000 active apprentices spanning 24 industry sectors and nearly 30,000 programs. To meet the workforce needs of the nation, the US government has set a goal of 4 million active Apprentices by 2035. Apprenticeship expansion in the US has a direct benefit for the American worker, employer, and economy. At the same time, unprecedented investments at the Federal and State levels have helped support this growth. Learn how the USA is striving to catch up with peer nations and meet the goals of International Labour Organization’s R208 on its quest to solidify a national apprenticeship system as a pillar of the US economy.
This session will be delivered by Dr Mardy Leathers, Executive Vice President, Adaptive Construction Solutions, Executive Director of GAN USA and former Director of the Missouri Office of Workforce Development.
Dr. Mardy Leathers
Executive Vice President, Adaptive Construction Solutions (ACS)
Running with Robots: The American High School's Third Century
What will high school education look like in 20 years? High school students are educated today to take their places in a knowledge economy. But the knowledge economy, based on the assumption that information is a scarce and precious commodity, is giving way to an economy in which information is ubiquitous, digital, and machine-generated. So we need to begin thinking about how human and robotic skillsets can be complementary, not in competition.
Greg Tuppo
Co-author, Running with Robots
Tackling the Teacher Shortage Head-on Through Registered Apprenticeships
The persistent teacher shortage in the United States is a multifaceted issue that demands innovative solutions. Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) offer a promising avenue to address this challenge by creating a sustainable and scalable teacher pipeline.
This panel discussion will explore how RAPs can serve as a strategic response to teacher shortages, particularly in underserved areas. By integrating the “”earn and learn”” model, apprenticeships attract a diverse pool of candidates while ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements.
The discussion will highlight successful state models, such as Tennessee’s Grow Your Own initiative, and examine the critical role of stakeholder buy-in, funding strategies, and the recognition of prior learning in the effective implementation of these programs. Participants will gain insights into how RAPs cannot only fill vacancies but also promote equity in education by addressing shortages in high-need subjects and communities.
The session will be facilitated by Josh Beutler, Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at GoReact. Panelists include: Erin Crisp Ed.D, Executive Director Tennessee Grow Your Own Center; Sari Harris, Assistant Director, Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practice Network; and, Lori Piowlski, Dean School of Education, University of Massachusetts Global (TBC).
Josh Beutler
Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at GoReact
Erin Crisp
Executive Director Tennessee Grow Your Own Center
Sari Harris
Assistant Director, Office of Teacher Education Services and Clinical Practice Network
Lori Piowlski
Dean School of Education, University of Massachusetts Global
Employer led work-based learning, apprenticeship, and employability programs
This session will provide insight into the crucial role of employers as the torchbearer for quality skills development, employability, and workforce training programs. Across industries such as IT, Healthcare, Clean Energy, and Manufacturing, strategic growth strategies in today’s global market require workforce planning. Learn how employers should be in the driver’s seat, in tandem with education providers and government agencies, to cultivate the workforce of the future. Panel TBC.
Dr. Mardy Leathers
Executive Vice President, Adaptive Construction Solutions (ACS)