Join us for an engaging full day workshop titled ""UDL in Action,"" where we will explore the transformative power of mindset in the implementation of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). We will present about our experience in co-teaching Grade 6 math. We are a team of a MYP teacher with a background in math and economics and a MYP learning support teacher with a background in PYP education language development. In this session, we will emphasize the critical role that mindset plays in creating inclusive learning environments. We will present our approach to planning through the lens of UDL. Participants will learn about various mindsets, including the importance of viewing all learners as capable individuals, the value of collaboration, and the necessity of maintaining high expectations for every student. In the second part of the workshop, we will provide practical, specific examples and strategies that educators can implement immediately in their classrooms. These strategies will include approaches to the planning process and examples for fostering student engagement, representation, and action & expression in your classroom. By the end of the session, participants will leave with actionable insights and resources to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. Come ready to reflect, collaborate, and take away valuable tools to put UDL into action in your classroom!
Have you ever wondered why people talk about nonverbal communication in the classroom? You might be curious to learn that over 80% of what you communicate is not what you say – it’s how you say it and then what you do with the rest of your body.
In this hour session, learn about the positive impact nonverbal communication has on a classroom culture. Find out about specific teacher strategies to support success in class management based upon ENVoY (Educational Nonverbal Yardsticks), American Sign Language, and Positive Discipline.
This session will explore the ways in which drama classroom techniques can be integrated into subjects across the curriculum for all educators regardless of subject specialism. It will also touch on some of the benefits of integrating theatre and movement into the classroom to support all kinds of learners. There will be the opportunity to share examples, and to brainstorm new ones for integrating drama, role play and imaginative thinking into our subjects to open up opportunities for new ways of assessing our students understanding and abilities beyond the traditional written assessments, PowerPoints and posters.
