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28/08/2024
🔬 Calling All Science Educators!
Join us for a transformative free Masterclass on "Making Science Concepts Stick: From Lists to Learning" with expert educators Jessica Humble-Crofts & Andrea Uhl.
Are your students memorizing science terms without truly understanding them? It's time to change that! In this 60-minute interactive session, you’ll learn:
🔍 What concept formation is and why it matters
🔄 How to support students in understanding key concepts
📚 When to focus on concept formation during your unit
This masterclass is designed for all teachers, science educators, and curriculum leaders who want to bring their teaching to life and help students grasp the deeper significance of science concepts.
Let’s move beyond vocabulary lists and ignite a passion for learning in our students!
👉 Register now to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4cKMLMb
Do you share your central idea or statement of inquiry with your students right from the start? Maybe you post it on the wall or include it in your presentation slides. This was once a common practice in my teaching, but I've come to realize that it might not be the best approach.
Instead of telling students the understanding upfront, consider guiding them to discover it themselves. By using guiding questions, students can explore, see patterns, make connections, and ultimately arrive at the conceptual understanding on their own.
Think of it like going to see a movie—you wouldn’t want someone to spoil the plot twist at the end, right? The same goes for learning. Let’s allow students the joy of discovery, rather than giving away the ending before they’ve had a chance to explore the story.
In concept-based classrooms, there are two approaches: the deductive approach, where we tell students the concept up front, and an inductive approach, where students uncover the concept through exploration. I’ve found that the latter leads to deeper, more meaningful learning. What approach are you using in your classroom?
26/08/2024
Join me at the Concept-Based Learning Conference in Shenzhen!
I am thrilled to invite you to the Concept-Based Learning Conference, taking place from November 8-10, 2024, at Shekou International School, The Bay Campus, Shenzhen, China.
This conference is your opportunity to connect with fellow educators, gain practical insights, and deepen your understanding of Concept-Based Learning.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of a community of passionate educators working to transform education. I look forward to meeting you in Shenzhen and exploring how we can make a lasting impact together!
Register now and be part of this transformative experience: https://iespg.com/Workshop_Rachel%20French.htm
22/08/2024
Well done Michelle, on a successful workshop! Wishing One World International School Singapore (Nanyang Campus) an amazing new school year filled with exciting learning and growth. It’s wonderful to see such dedication to enhancing student learning through Concept-Based Inquiry. All the best to the entire team!
21/08/2024
🇰🇷 Calling all South Korean educators!
Join me for an interactive 2-day workshop at Chadwick International, Incheon, South Korea, on November 16-17, 2024! This hands-on experience is perfect for teachers and school leaders committed to implementing a Concept-Based Inquiry approach.
🔍 What to Expect:
• Practical Strategies: Learn how to rethink your unit design process with strategies that support concept attainment, scaffold understanding, and promote learning transfer.
• Model Lessons: Experience teaching practices that bring Concept-Based Inquiry to life. Engage in activities that help you and your students think conceptually across the curriculum.
• Collaborative Learning: Build a shared understanding of inquiry types and their strengths and challenges, empowering you to make intentional choices in your classroom.
Don't miss this opportunity to ignite thinking and empower your students to own their learning. Let’s transform education together!
👉 Register Now: https://bit.ly/49I5w0W
15/08/2024
What an incredible group of dedicated teachers at the International School of Arizona! Thank you for the opportunity to work with you on designing Concept-Based Inquiry Units. It was a pleasure to see how you support each other throughout the process. Wishing you all the best for the new school year!
Do you share your central idea or statement of inquiry with your students right from the start? Maybe you post it on the wall or include it in your presentation slides. This was once a common practice in my teaching, but I've come to realize that it might not be the best approach.
Instead of telling students the understanding upfront, consider guiding them to discover it themselves. By using guiding questions, students can explore, see patterns, make connections, and ultimately arrive at the conceptual understanding on their own.
Think of it like going to see a movie—you wouldn’t want someone to spoil the plot twist at the end, right? The same goes for learning. Let’s allow students the joy of discovery, rather than giving away the ending before they’ve had a chance to explore the story.
In concept-based classrooms, there are two approaches: the deductive approach, where we tell students the concept upfront, and an inductive approach, where students uncover the concept through exploration. I’ve found that the latter leads to deeper, more meaningful learning. What approach are you using in your classroom?
09/08/2024
Don't Miss Out on Transforming Your Science Classroom!
Are your science units igniting curiosity, fostering deep understanding, and empowering students to become innovative problem-solvers? If not, it's time to elevate your approach!
Join us for our Concept-Based Inquiry Science 6-week online course, starting on October 7, 2024. Designed specifically for K-12 Science Educators, Elementary Teachers, and Curriculum Leaders, this course is your pathway to creating a science classroom where exploration and understanding go hand in hand.
🌟 What You'll Gain:
• Transformative Learning: Empower students with a love for science that extends beyond facts.
• Innovative Strategies: Learn how to leverage practical investigations to build conceptual understanding.
• Personalized Coaching: Weekly group calls and individual coaching sessions with our expert coaches, Jessica Humble-Crofts and Andrea Uhl.
• Global Community: Collaborate with fellow educators from around the world.
👉 Register Now and Start Transforming Your Science Classroom: https://bit.ly/3xt9Eo5
08/08/2024
FREE: Join Us Next Week!
The Do's & Don'ts of Integrating Curriculum
Join us for an enlightening 60-minute masterclass with Rasha El-Haggan! Designed for teachers, curriculum coordinators, and leaders, this interactive session will deepen your understanding of integrated curricula and provide actionable insights to enhance your educational practice.
🔍 In This Masterclass, You'll Discover:
1. The Types of Integrated Curriculum Models
2. The Difference Between Interdisciplinary, Transdisciplinary, and Multidisciplinary Approaches
3. The Do's and Don'ts of Writing Integrated Units
Don't miss this opportunity to refine your understanding and elevate your curriculum design skills!
🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3OVBUVz
07/08/2024
Replay available now!
Are you not clear on what Concept-Based Inquiry is?
Join Rachel French for a transformative free masterclass! Discover the biggest misconceptions about Concept-Based Inquiry, applicable to any subject you teach.
Access the Masterclass here:
👉 https://bit.ly/4d6obpg
05/08/2024
To all the incredible educators around the world, We hope you have enjoyed a wonderful summer holiday (or a little bit of winter for those who came down to the Southern Hemisphere).
As you embark on your journey back to school, we wish you safe travels and a fantastic start to the 2024/2025 school year. For those of you transitioning to new schools and new countries, may you relish the adventure and embrace the opportunities that lie ahead.
Your dedication to education is truly inspiring, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
🚨 Early Bird Pricing Alert! 🚨
Transform your teaching approach with our comprehensive 8-week online course, designed to deepen your understanding of Concept-Based Inquiry and revolutionize your classroom!
Why should you enroll?
• Practical Strategies: Rethink your unit design process with hands-on techniques.
• Empower Students: Help students see patterns and make connections from the factual to the conceptual level.
• Expert Guidance: Weekly group sessions and feedback from CBCI Certified Coaches.
• Flexible Learning: Twelve video modules, private coaching sessions, and interactive Zoom lessons.
📅 Early Bird Discount Ends Soon! 📅
🔗 REGISTER NOW >> https://bit.ly/3PbYQkM
Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your teaching to the next level. Join us and become part of the movement that's reshaping education!
Schools worldwide are embracing an innovative approach that puts student agency at the forefront. By starting with guiding questions and exploring factual examples, students are encouraged to seek patterns and make connections. As they progress, they articulate their understanding in the form of conceptual understandings or generalizations.
This shift is incredibly powerful, engaging students as capable thinkers and empowering them to own their learning and express their ideas. Let's foster a generation of self-directed, insightful learners!
31/07/2024
🚨 August Masterclass: The Do's & Don'ts of Integrating Curriculum
Join us for an enlightening 60-minute masterclass with Rasha El-Haggan! Designed for teachers, curriculum coordinators, and leaders, this interactive session will deepen your understanding of integrated curricula and provide actionable insights to enhance your educational practice.
🔍 In This Masterclass, You'll Discover:
1. The Types of Integrated Curriculum Models
2. The Difference Between Interdisciplinary, Transdisciplinary, and Multidisciplinary Approaches
3. The Do's and Don'ts of Writing Integrated Units
Don't miss this opportunity to refine your understanding and elevate your curriculum design skills!
🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3OVBUVz
29/07/2024
I’m beyond thrilled to invite you to join me at the Inquiry Educators Summit 2024, hosted by Toddle.
I'll be hosting a 2-hour keynote titled 'Unlocking the Power of Concept-Based Inquiry'. In this dynamic session, I'll introduce the Concept-Based Inquiry model developed with Carla Marschall. We'll explore effective teaching strategies to foster conceptual thinking and share insights from classrooms worldwide through photos, videos, and stories.
In this session, you will:
* Unlock the Concept-Based Inquiry framework.
* Explore opportunities for structured, guided, and open inquiry.
* Gain a toolkit of instructional techniques for immediate classroom integration.
👉 Register for free here: https://hubs.li/Q02GVYz-0
When introducing a brand-new concept, a deductive approach works best: start with a definition, then explore examples and non-examples. After all, expecting students to identify a concept they've never heard of would be like asking them to guess!
But for familiar concepts, an inductive approach can be more effective. By examining examples and non-examples first, students can collaboratively build a class definition, fostering deeper understanding.
It's all about choosing the right approach to ensure our students grasp the material fully and meaningfully.
23/07/2024
Early Bird Pricing Alert!
Don't miss out on our 4-week Online Course for Early Years Educators of 3 to 8-year-olds! Save if you register by September 21st, 2024.
Have you ever wondered how play looks in different countries and settings? Discover how to find time for children to explore concepts, acquire knowledge, and follow their passions through PLAY. Join Dr. Jo Fahey and 12 international educators as they take you on a journey through four unique online modules, providing a strong foundational understanding of the Power of Play in both indoor and outdoor settings around the world.
This course will challenge your thinking, inspire you and your children, and encourage you to reimagine the POWER of PLAY! Learn to incorporate more play into your classroom, gain global perspectives, and explore the latest research on the benefits of play.
Highlights include weekly group Q&A calls with Dr. Jo Fahey, access to a private online group forum, self-paced video modules, and a comprehensive workbook.
Enroll now and secure your spot: https://bit.ly/3XiBuhZ
Let's move beyond limiting our students to just one conceptual understanding per unit or six per year. Take mathematics as an example. Initially, we might teach students that data can be organized and represented to make comparisons and interpretations easier. But what if we add more layers of understanding?
• A scale can represent large or small quantities on a graph.
• The shape of the graph can summarize the data effectively.
• Conducting chance experiments helps us understand the likelihood of events, and remember, past outcomes don't determine future chances!
18/07/2024
Calling All Korean Educators! 🇰🇷
Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching approach? For the first time ever, our Concept-Based Inquiry in Action course is now available fully in Korean! 🌟
Join us for an 8-week immersive journey where you'll:
• Promote student agency 🗣️
• Support learning transfer 🔄
• Develop confident and articulate thinkers 🧠
Led by Grace Shin, this course will transform how you design and implement your units, helping students see patterns and make connections from the factual to the conceptual.
🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3VmibmF
Be a part of the movement that's reshaping education and empowering educators like you to make a lasting impact. Together, let's unlock the potential of every student.
18/07/2024
📢 Free Masterclass Alert! 📢
Are you clear on what Concept-Based Inquiry is?
Join Rachel French for a transformative free masterclass! Discover the biggest misconceptions about Concept-Based Inquiry, applicable to any subject you teach.
Access the Masterclass here:
👉 https://bit.ly/4d6obpg
17/07/2024
Are you passionate about early childhood education?
Introducing "The Power of Play: International Conversations," a revolutionary 4-week online course starting October 21st, 2024. Tailored for educators of 3 to 8-year-olds, this course is designed to expand your understanding of play's crucial role in children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth.
Join Dr. Jo Fahey on a journey through four unique modules, each packed with insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories from diverse global settings. Here’s what you’ll gain:
• Incorporate More Play: Learn how to seamlessly integrate play into your classroom to enhance learning experiences.
• Global Insights: Discover innovative play spaces and methodologies from educators worldwide.
• Cutting-edge Research: Stay updated with the latest research on play’s benefits and its transformative impact.
• Engaging Content: Access video interviews, images, and real-world examples to inspire and guide you.
• Interactive Learning: Participate in weekly Q&A calls with Dr. Jo Fahey for personalized feedback and support.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join a global network of educators dedicated to championing the power of play.
REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3XiBuhZ
What Educators Are Saying: https://bit.ly/3XoqMqa
"Dr. Jo really surprises you, and I had a blast during this Power of Play course." – Judy Imamu Deen, The American School of Belo Horizonte
"The course is really comprehensive in regard to the areas of play." – Eleanor Pundyk, Amsterdam International Community School
16/07/2024
Do you want to make a real difference in your classroom?
Join the Concept-Based Inquiry Collaborative and unlock your students’ potential with our innovative approach!
Why Join The Collaborative?
• Supportive Community: Connect with educators worldwide who share your passion.
• Practical Strategies: Gain real-time, practical tips to use right away.
• Expert Guidance: Monthly Q&A calls and personalized feedback to keep you on track.
📝 Try It for €1!
Your first month is just €1 – no strings attached!
Experience the benefits and see the transformation in your teaching.
Ready to transform your teaching? Click here to join today: https://bit.ly/3sAkoyB
🌟 Try Now For Just €1 🌟
Are you a teacher looking to make a real impact in your classroom? Imagine having the ability to unlock your students' potential like never before. That's exactly what the Concept-Based Inquiry Collaborative can offer you!
📚 What's The Collaborative All About? 📚
It's the ONLY Professional Learning Membership of its kind, dedicated to transforming classrooms and schools through a Concept-Based Inquiry Approach. We're here to help you make a real difference in your teaching journey.
📋 What You'll Get: 📋
✅ Access to all of our Concept-Based Inquiry courses that you can complete at your own pace.
✅ Personalized one-on-one coaching to refine your practice.
✅ Monthly Q&A and subject-specific calls to address your questions and challenges.
✅ Collaboration with a global community of educators who share your passion.
✅ Expert guidance on designing engaging and effective learning engagements.
JOIN NOW 👉 https://bit.ly/3sAkoyB
One of the biggest misconceptions we see worldwide is schools developing just one conceptual understanding in a unit. But let’s rethink that. If we've got six to eight weeks in a unit, our students are capable of grasping so much more. Imagine the possibilities!
In a Concept-Based Inquiry classroom, our goal is to empower students to achieve five to nine understandings per unit. Why settle for just one when our students have the potential for so much more? A system designed for only one understanding in six to eight weeks is selling our students short.
In the late 80s, the term "number sense" gained recognition as researchers emphasized its importance in mathematics education.
But what exactly is number sense?
It's the ability to perform flexible mental computation, numerical estimation, and quantitative judgment—crucial skills for young learners.
Imagine transforming your mathematics classroom to foster these capabilities in your students. The Concept-Based Inquiry Mathematics Project is here to help!
The Concept-Based Inquiry Mathematics Project is a comprehensive curriculum for elementary educators to revolutionize mathematics teaching. This pilot program provides ready-to-use units, lessons, and resources, empowering students to think like mathematicians while saving teachers countless hours of planning.
ENROLL NOW and take the first step towards a better mathematics experience for you and your students.
Enroll here: https://bit.ly/4bMX3vl
01/07/2024
What are some of your favorite strategies for fostering critical thinking in a Concept-Based Inquiry classroom?
We are starting in just a few hours!
Join Dr. Jo Fahey to enhance your understanding of self-regulation in young children and explore strategies to support their growth.
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3OVBUVz
Are you ready to unlock the full potential of your students and make a lasting impact in education?
At Professional Learning International, we have created the Concept-Based Inquiry (CBI) Collaborative, the only membership of its kind dedicated to empowering educators like you to bring meaningful change to your classrooms and schools through a Concept-Based Inquiry approach.
Imagine diving deep into unit design and implementation with a supportive community, receiving expert feedback, and connecting with thought partners worldwide.
For just €1, you can start this incredible journey with the CBI Collaborative. This trial offer is designed to give you a taste of the transformation that awaits you and your students.
🔗 Join Today: https://bit.ly/3sAkoyB
Concept-Based Inquiry promotes student ownership of learning and enhances communication and thinking skills by engaging students in exploring and investigating topics deeply.
How have you seen Concept-Based Inquiry transform student engagement and understanding in your own classroom? Please share your experiences and any tips you have for implementing this approach effectively.
20/06/2024
Unlock the Power of Self-Regulation and Playful Learning!
Are you passionate about shaping the future of young minds? Do you want to learn cutting-edge strategies to support children's self-regulation and enhance their learning experiences? Our exclusive June Masterclass is just what you need!
Join Dr. Jo Fahey, a renowned expert with over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, for an enlightening 60-minute session. Discover the secrets to helping children thrive, even in the most challenging environments.
Imagine understanding the vital differences between self-regulation and self-control, and how to create environments that foster calm, focus, and resilience. Learn practical strategies to help children who become dysregulated and explore Dr. Stuart Shanker's method for enhancing self-regulation across five domains: biological, emotional, cognitive, social, and prosocial.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your teaching practices and make a real difference in the lives of your students. Join a global network of educators committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3OVBUVz
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