Heads Up Fri, 13 Mar 2026 01:38:26 -0400 https://iscresearch-headsup.buzzsprout.com en-gb © 2026 Heads Up yes 90001dfb-c3a9-5d75-a55c-ac010d01299c ISC Research episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) ISC Research https://storage.buzzsprout.com/s82tl1tefohw9d96dwrc9i52gtjd?.jpg Heads Up Edtech for admin: Problems solved, and challenges posed Edtech for admin: Problems solved, and challenges posed Edtech is no longer a ‘nice to have’ for international schools, it is embedded in every aspect of school operations, supporting both administrative and pedagogical needs. Choosing the right edtech product can greatly improve administrative efficiency for staff, giving them more time to focus on the learning outcomes of their students. 

In this episode, join Elena Mora, International Schools Field Researcher at ISC Research, as she discusses insights from the latest white paper by ISC Research with a panel of experts. They explore how edtech products can help solve administrative problems for international schools, and also look at some of the challenges posed by edtech products in terms of pricing, CPD, and integration.  

Thank you to Elena and our two representatives from international schools: 

  • Sunil Nanwani, Head of Mathematics at Chatsworth International School 
  • Sunny Thakral, Head of Computer Science at Brighton College Bangkok 

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]]> Edtech is no longer a ‘nice to have’ for international schools, it is embedded in every aspect of school operations, supporting both administrative and pedagogical needs. Choosing the right edtech product can greatly improve administrative efficiency for staff, giving them more time to focus on the learning outcomes of their students. 

In this episode, join Elena Mora, International Schools Field Researcher at ISC Research, as she discusses insights from the latest white paper by ISC Research with a panel of experts. They explore how edtech products can help solve administrative problems for international schools, and also look at some of the challenges posed by edtech products in terms of pricing, CPD, and integration.  

Thank you to Elena and our two representatives from international schools: 

  • Sunil Nanwani, Head of Mathematics at Chatsworth International School 
  • Sunny Thakral, Head of Computer Science at Brighton College Bangkok 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #edtech #educators #schoolleaders  

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-15065106 Thu, 16 May 2024 09:00:00 +0100 2717 25 full false International School Awards spotlight: Lincoln Community School’s Model United Nations conference International School Awards spotlight: Lincoln Community School’s Model United Nations conference In this episode, join Janelle Torres, South East Asia Research Manager at ISC Research, as she speaks with two representatives from Lincoln Community School in Ghana. This school recently achieved a prestigious International School Award for their remarkable initiative. They hosted the West African International Schools Activities League Model United Nations, a student-led conference that saw the participation of over 150 students. Explore the invaluable opportunities this initiative provided for students to cultivate leadership and collaboration skills, alongside the challenges faced and advice for future schools looking to apply to the International School Awards. Join us in applauding Lincoln Community School as we are joined by George Abogbampo and Johnny Schwerk. 

Thank you to Janelle and our two representatives from international schools: 

  • George Abogbampo, Physical Education Teacher and Athletics Director at Lincoln Community School in Ghana 
  • Johnny Schwerk, Grade 9-10 Counsellor, Model United Nations Advisor and Child Safeguarding Lead at Lincoln Community School in Ghana 

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]]> In this episode, join Janelle Torres, South East Asia Research Manager at ISC Research, as she speaks with two representatives from Lincoln Community School in Ghana. This school recently achieved a prestigious International School Award for their remarkable initiative. They hosted the West African International Schools Activities League Model United Nations, a student-led conference that saw the participation of over 150 students. Explore the invaluable opportunities this initiative provided for students to cultivate leadership and collaboration skills, alongside the challenges faced and advice for future schools looking to apply to the International School Awards. Join us in applauding Lincoln Community School as we are joined by George Abogbampo and Johnny Schwerk. 

Thank you to Janelle and our two representatives from international schools: 

  • George Abogbampo, Physical Education Teacher and Athletics Director at Lincoln Community School in Ghana 
  • Johnny Schwerk, Grade 9-10 Counsellor, Model United Nations Advisor and Child Safeguarding Lead at Lincoln Community School in Ghana 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #schoolleaders  

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-14869936 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0100 1761 24 full false International School Awards spotlight: Floating Village in Hanoi International School Awards spotlight: Floating Village in Hanoi In this episode hosted by Luke Walduck, School Development Manager at ISC Research, we shine a spotlight on an inspiring initiative recognised at the 2024 International School Awards. Join us as we applaud the British Vietnamese International School Hanoi for their outstanding community service project, which has made a significant impact on the residents of the Floating Village in Hanoi. Our panellist, Piers Roderick, Assistant Head of Secondary at the school, provides an in-depth look into this inspiring endeavour. He discusses the challenges encountered, outlines plans for further development, and shares invaluable advice for international schools contemplating future International School Award applications. Tune in for a conversation filled with insights, inspiration, and a celebration of educational excellence in action, and discover how BVIS’ award-winning initiative has evolved in the past year. 

Featuring: 

Piers Roderick, Assistant Head of Secondary at British Vietnamese International School and Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Regional Lead for South East Asia. 

Thank you to Luke and Piers for an insightful episode. 

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]]> In this episode hosted by Luke Walduck, School Development Manager at ISC Research, we shine a spotlight on an inspiring initiative recognised at the 2024 International School Awards. Join us as we applaud the British Vietnamese International School Hanoi for their outstanding community service project, which has made a significant impact on the residents of the Floating Village in Hanoi. Our panellist, Piers Roderick, Assistant Head of Secondary at the school, provides an in-depth look into this inspiring endeavour. He discusses the challenges encountered, outlines plans for further development, and shares invaluable advice for international schools contemplating future International School Award applications. Tune in for a conversation filled with insights, inspiration, and a celebration of educational excellence in action, and discover how BVIS’ award-winning initiative has evolved in the past year. 

Featuring: 

Piers Roderick, Assistant Head of Secondary at British Vietnamese International School and Nord Anglia’s Social Impact Regional Lead for South East Asia. 

Thank you to Luke and Piers for an insightful episode. 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #schoolleaders  

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-14743396 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0000 1252 23 full false Balancing recruitment and retention in international schools Balancing recruitment and retention in international schools In this episode, Luke Walduck, School Development Manager at ISC Research, joins forces with Tony Atkinson, International Field Researcher at ISC Research, and Matthew Peck, Senior Business Manager at Teachanywhere, to delve into the recruitment and retention cycle within international schools. Together, they shed light on the myriad of challenges faced and underscore the importance of adaptive strategies in meeting recruitment demands. They explore the evolving landscape of recruitment tactics, advocating for a diversified approach leveraging multiple channels. Tune in for valuable insights and much more as they navigate through this essential aspect of school management. 

Thank you to Luke, Tony, and Matthew for an insightful episode. 

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]]> In this episode, Luke Walduck, School Development Manager at ISC Research, joins forces with Tony Atkinson, International Field Researcher at ISC Research, and Matthew Peck, Senior Business Manager at Teachanywhere, to delve into the recruitment and retention cycle within international schools. Together, they shed light on the myriad of challenges faced and underscore the importance of adaptive strategies in meeting recruitment demands. They explore the evolving landscape of recruitment tactics, advocating for a diversified approach leveraging multiple channels. Tune in for valuable insights and much more as they navigate through this essential aspect of school management. 

Thank you to Luke, Tony, and Matthew for an insightful episode. 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #schoolleaders  

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-14593411 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 09:00:00 +0000 1713 22 full false Navigating challenges within international school leadership Navigating challenges within international school leadership International schools are being challenged like never before. What have been the toughest challenges of the last 12 months and what has helped address them? In this episode, school leaders share their most trusted support mechanisms that have guided them through these challenging times. 

Thank you to Nalini and our three representatives from international schools:  

  • Ben Marsh, Director at International School Myanmar 
  • Ildiko Murray, Head of School at Changchun American International School 
  • Simon Mann, Education Consultant at Mann Education Consultancy and former Interim Principal at British Vietnamese International School Hanoi 

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]]> International schools are being challenged like never before. What have been the toughest challenges of the last 12 months and what has helped address them? In this episode, school leaders share their most trusted support mechanisms that have guided them through these challenging times. 

Thank you to Nalini and our three representatives from international schools:  

  • Ben Marsh, Director at International School Myanmar 
  • Ildiko Murray, Head of School at Changchun American International School 
  • Simon Mann, Education Consultant at Mann Education Consultancy and former Interim Principal at British Vietnamese International School Hanoi 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #schoolleaders 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-13916790 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0000 3636 21 full false Rethinking systems to empower student agency Rethinking systems to empower student agency Does learner agency require system change? How are international schools developing a community culture that empowers all students with the current, rigid educational paradigm? Answers to these questions and more will be discussed in this episode, where Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, speaks to a panel of three international school experts. 

Thank you to Nalini and our three representatives from international schools:  

  • Naheed Bardai, Principal at UWC Atlantic College.  
  • Nneka Johnson, Director of Innovation and Strategic Development at International School of Dakar (ISD) 
  • Alan Phan, Head of School at North London Collegiate School MCMC and Diversity Collective Founder 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #learneragency #educators #studentvoice #deij 

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]]> Does learner agency require system change? How are international schools developing a community culture that empowers all students with the current, rigid educational paradigm? Answers to these questions and more will be discussed in this episode, where Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, speaks to a panel of three international school experts. 

Thank you to Nalini and our three representatives from international schools:  

  • Naheed Bardai, Principal at UWC Atlantic College.  
  • Nneka Johnson, Director of Innovation and Strategic Development at International School of Dakar (ISD) 
  • Alan Phan, Head of School at North London Collegiate School MCMC and Diversity Collective Founder 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #learneragency #educators #studentvoice #deij 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-13632707 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0100 3638 20 full false Fostering multilingualism from the early years Fostering multilingualism from the early years Beginning in the earliest years, international schools facilitate self-management and personalised learning journeys by encompassing language, culture, values, and choice. In this episode, Janelle Torres, South East Asia Research Manager at ISC Research, speaks to a panel of three international school experts to discuss how initiatives in the early years can impact students of all ages.

Thank you to Janelle and our three representatives from international schools: 

  • Jessica Davis, ES EAL Teacher at Saigon South International School, Vietnam. 
  • Matt Hajdun, Assistant Director of Learning - Language Development at TCS, Colombia.
  • Helen Avetisyan, Whole School Multilingualism Lead Teacher at Western Academy Beijing. 

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]]> Beginning in the earliest years, international schools facilitate self-management and personalised learning journeys by encompassing language, culture, values, and choice. In this episode, Janelle Torres, South East Asia Research Manager at ISC Research, speaks to a panel of three international school experts to discuss how initiatives in the early years can impact students of all ages.

Thank you to Janelle and our three representatives from international schools: 

  • Jessica Davis, ES EAL Teacher at Saigon South International School, Vietnam. 
  • Matt Hajdun, Assistant Director of Learning - Language Development at TCS, Colombia.
  • Helen Avetisyan, Whole School Multilingualism Lead Teacher at Western Academy Beijing. 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #multilingualism #educators #EAL

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-13525155 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0100 3067 19 full false Addressing school leader and teacher wellbeing Addressing school leader and teacher wellbeing Ahead of the academic year, listen in to hear expert guidance on how to address and support school leader and teacher wellbeing. In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research, speaks with expert Dr Helen Kelly, who explores some of the common challenges around wellbeing in international schools, shares practical tips for schools on measuring the wellbeing of their communities, discusses accessible resources and best practice for preventing burnout, maintaining effective leadership and much more. 

Featuring: 
Dr Helen Kelly, former international school principal, now an author, researcher, consultant and an expert in the field of school wellbeing and culture. 

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]]> Ahead of the academic year, listen in to hear expert guidance on how to address and support school leader and teacher wellbeing. In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research, speaks with expert Dr Helen Kelly, who explores some of the common challenges around wellbeing in international schools, shares practical tips for schools on measuring the wellbeing of their communities, discusses accessible resources and best practice for preventing burnout, maintaining effective leadership and much more. 

Featuring: 
Dr Helen Kelly, former international school principal, now an author, researcher, consultant and an expert in the field of school wellbeing and culture. 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #wellbeing #educators

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-13336649 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0100 3168 18 full false How influential is the student voice in international schools? How influential is the student voice in international schools? In this episode, Pia Maske, East Asia Field Research Manager explores some of the findings from recent research conducted by ISC Research into student voices with a panel of experts. It discusses research conducted with international school students and alumni as well as separate research with international school teachers and leaders. Two international school consultants who contributed to the research report share their insights about the findings and offer practical solutions for international schools opening up student voice.

Pia hosts the discussion with international school consultants:

  • Matthew Savage, Independent Consultant and a former International School Principal
  • Joel Jr Llaban, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice at the International Schools Services (ISS).

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]]> In this episode, Pia Maske, East Asia Field Research Manager explores some of the findings from recent research conducted by ISC Research into student voices with a panel of experts. It discusses research conducted with international school students and alumni as well as separate research with international school teachers and leaders. Two international school consultants who contributed to the research report share their insights about the findings and offer practical solutions for international schools opening up student voice.

Pia hosts the discussion with international school consultants:

  • Matthew Savage, Independent Consultant and a former International School Principal
  • Joel Jr Llaban, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice at the International Schools Services (ISS).

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #studentvoice #deij #learneragency

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-13122514 Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +0100 2571 17 full false Addressing EAL in international schools Addressing EAL in international schools In this episode, Janelle Torres, Field Research Consultant for South East Asia at ISC Research, and an EAL expert discuss the use of English as an Additional Language in international schools to support the education of students where English is not their first language. What challenges are presented by the language barrier and what provision is in place to support all school stakeholders? To learn about the essentials for effective EAL support, Janelle speaks to Deborah Perrin who shares with us some answers to these alongside many other questions. 

Panellist: 

  • Deborah Perrin, Head of English as an Additional Language (EAL) at The British School in The Netherlands and ECIS MLIE (Multilingual Learning in International Education) Committee Member 

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]]> In this episode, Janelle Torres, Field Research Consultant for South East Asia at ISC Research, and an EAL expert discuss the use of English as an Additional Language in international schools to support the education of students where English is not their first language. What challenges are presented by the language barrier and what provision is in place to support all school stakeholders? To learn about the essentials for effective EAL support, Janelle speaks to Deborah Perrin who shares with us some answers to these alongside many other questions. 

Panellist: 

  • Deborah Perrin, Head of English as an Additional Language (EAL) at The British School in The Netherlands and ECIS MLIE (Multilingual Learning in International Education) Committee Member 

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #EAL #multilingual 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-12821605 Thu, 11 May 2023 09:00:00 +0100 2339 16 full false Managing crises in a school Managing crises in a school In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, addresses the challenge of crises management in international schools with a panel of experts. How can schools identify what their risks are? How can school leaders be agile with their crises management strategy? What practical solutions and suggestions are there that may help the international schools community to prepare for a crisis? These questions and plenty more are discussed with our two panelists:

-        Samantha Gayfer, South East Asia Consultant at The Jane Group

-        Maya Nelson, Head of School at Jakarta Intercultural School in Indonesia

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #crisismanagement #leadership #safeguarding

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]]> In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, addresses the challenge of crises management in international schools with a panel of experts. How can schools identify what their risks are? How can school leaders be agile with their crises management strategy? What practical solutions and suggestions are there that may help the international schools community to prepare for a crisis? These questions and plenty more are discussed with our two panelists:

-        Samantha Gayfer, South East Asia Consultant at The Jane Group

-        Maya Nelson, Head of School at Jakarta Intercultural School in Indonesia

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #crisismanagement #leadership #safeguarding

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-12577197 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0100 3111 15 full false What's driving growth within the international schools market? What's driving growth within the international schools market? In this episode, Pia Maske, East Asia Field Research Manager at ISC Research, focuses on some of the factors impacting demand within the international schools market that are influencing current growth trends. Pia talks to two senior leaders from international schools who share insights into the recent shifts they have seen in admissions enquiries and the reasons driving parents to select an international school for their child.  

Thank you to Pia and our two representatives from international schools:

  • Julia Love, Director of Admissions at the International School of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Katie Rigney-Zimmermann, Admissions and Marketing Director at Saigon South International School, Vietnam

Check out our latest white paper, Why more international schools keep opening, for additional insights from Julia and Katie, alongside other international school representatives.  

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]]> In this episode, Pia Maske, East Asia Field Research Manager at ISC Research, focuses on some of the factors impacting demand within the international schools market that are influencing current growth trends. Pia talks to two senior leaders from international schools who share insights into the recent shifts they have seen in admissions enquiries and the reasons driving parents to select an international school for their child.  

Thank you to Pia and our two representatives from international schools:

  • Julia Love, Director of Admissions at the International School of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Katie Rigney-Zimmermann, Admissions and Marketing Director at Saigon South International School, Vietnam

Check out our latest white paper, Why more international schools keep opening, for additional insights from Julia and Katie, alongside other international school representatives.  

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #schoolleaders #admissions #edchat

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-12352286 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:04:52 +0000 2792 14 full false The impact of global inflation on international schools The impact of global inflation on international schools In this episode, Pia Maske, East Asia Field Research Manager at ISC Research, addresses the challenge of global inflation in international schools with a panel of experts. What new challenges are schools facing in this economic turmoil, and how are schools alleviating the risks to their teaching and learning and to their entire school community? What practical solutions and suggestions are there that may help the broader international schools community to unite in a time of crisis? These questions and plenty more are addressed in this episode.  

Thank you to Pia and our representatives from international schools: 

- Szilvi Lazar, Director of Advancement at the International Christian School of Budapest in Hungary

- Myna Anderson, Director at Banjul American International School in the Gambia

Our panelists shared some associations and schemes that they have turned to for support during this time of crisis:  

- Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

- African International Schools Association (AISA) and their Small Schools Initiative (SSI)

- GLOBAL School Consulting Group

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]]> In this episode, Pia Maske, East Asia Field Research Manager at ISC Research, addresses the challenge of global inflation in international schools with a panel of experts. What new challenges are schools facing in this economic turmoil, and how are schools alleviating the risks to their teaching and learning and to their entire school community? What practical solutions and suggestions are there that may help the broader international schools community to unite in a time of crisis? These questions and plenty more are addressed in this episode.  

Thank you to Pia and our representatives from international schools: 

- Szilvi Lazar, Director of Advancement at the International Christian School of Budapest in Hungary

- Myna Anderson, Director at Banjul American International School in the Gambia

Our panelists shared some associations and schemes that they have turned to for support during this time of crisis:  

- Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

- African International Schools Association (AISA) and their Small Schools Initiative (SSI)

- GLOBAL School Consulting Group

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #educators #schoolleaders 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-12122733 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 2635 13 full false Life after school: the paths today’s international school students can take Life after school: the paths today’s international school students can take ISC Research recently conducted some research to find out if international schools are noticing any shifts in the choices that students are making for their life after school. In this episode, our host and Head of Global Research, Nalini Cook, discusses the results of the research with career guidance and college counsellors. Nalini gathers insights into how more students aged 13 to 15 are making alternative choices instead of continuing to senior final years, the alternative pathways to university chosen by students at age 18, the shifts in university destinations and subject choices, and more. 

Thank you to Nalini and our representatives from international school

  • Harriett Burrows, Head of High School at Green School Bali in Indonesia
  • Jolan Zhou, Head of University and Careers Counselling at Dulwich International High School Zhuhai, China
  • Niya Stateva, Career Counsellor at the American English Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #collegecounsellors #educators #schoolleaders #highereducation #vocation #collegeadmissions 

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]]> ISC Research recently conducted some research to find out if international schools are noticing any shifts in the choices that students are making for their life after school. In this episode, our host and Head of Global Research, Nalini Cook, discusses the results of the research with career guidance and college counsellors. Nalini gathers insights into how more students aged 13 to 15 are making alternative choices instead of continuing to senior final years, the alternative pathways to university chosen by students at age 18, the shifts in university destinations and subject choices, and more. 

Thank you to Nalini and our representatives from international school

  • Harriett Burrows, Head of High School at Green School Bali in Indonesia
  • Jolan Zhou, Head of University and Careers Counselling at Dulwich International High School Zhuhai, China
  • Niya Stateva, Career Counsellor at the American English Academy in Sofia, Bulgaria

#internationalschools #internationaleducation #collegecounsellors #educators #schoolleaders #highereducation #vocation #collegeadmissions 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-11883696 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000 2885 12 full false A schoolwide approach to DEIJ A schoolwide approach to DEIJ Although many international school teams are introducing the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) into their school practices, most are yet to make any authentic, sustainable change based on deep understanding. In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, leads an important discussion on centring staff recruitment and training around DEIJ. How can DEIJ in tandem with personal development strategies support the development of all international school staff? This episode offers some solutions for how schools  can implement lifelong changes around DEIJ.

Thank you to our panelists: 
- Joel Jr Llaban, Director of DEIJ at International Schools Services. Joel is a member   of AIELOC, The Association of International Educators and Leaders of Colour. Throughout the episode, Joel makes references to Kevin Simpson, the founder of AIELOC  .
- Estelle Hughes, NGO President at Africa Learning International and Secondary Principal at International School of Dakar
- Angeline Aow, Curriculum Coordinator at Berlin International School, and International Advisor for the Council of International Schools
Our panelists shared an extensive list of thought-provoking books and podcast recommendations, alongside inspiring thought leaders to follow on social media who are sharing good advice and practice about DEIJ change in the international school sector.

Here are some of the book recommendations made by our panellists:
Books:
- The Wake Up, Michelle Mijong Kim
- Becoming a Totally Inclusive School: A Guide for Teachers and School Leaders, Angeline Aow, our own panellist, releasing in November 2022
- Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, Isabel Wilkerson
- We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom, Bettina Love
- All About Love, Bell Hooks
- Ratchetdemic: Reimagining academic success, Christopher Emdin
- Against White Feminism: Notes on Disruption, Rafia Zakaria
- Growing Up in Transit: The Politics of Belonging at an International School, Danau Tanu
- My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialised Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, Resmaa Menakem

#EdruptorsAtSchool #intled #internationalschools #innovation #educators #schoolleaders #deij

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]]> Although many international school teams are introducing the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) into their school practices, most are yet to make any authentic, sustainable change based on deep understanding. In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, leads an important discussion on centring staff recruitment and training around DEIJ. How can DEIJ in tandem with personal development strategies support the development of all international school staff? This episode offers some solutions for how schools  can implement lifelong changes around DEIJ.

Thank you to our panelists: 
- Joel Jr Llaban, Director of DEIJ at International Schools Services. Joel is a member   of AIELOC, The Association of International Educators and Leaders of Colour. Throughout the episode, Joel makes references to Kevin Simpson, the founder of AIELOC  .
- Estelle Hughes, NGO President at Africa Learning International and Secondary Principal at International School of Dakar
- Angeline Aow, Curriculum Coordinator at Berlin International School, and International Advisor for the Council of International Schools
Our panelists shared an extensive list of thought-provoking books and podcast recommendations, alongside inspiring thought leaders to follow on social media who are sharing good advice and practice about DEIJ change in the international school sector.

Here are some of the book recommendations made by our panellists:
Books:
- The Wake Up, Michelle Mijong Kim
- Becoming a Totally Inclusive School: A Guide for Teachers and School Leaders, Angeline Aow, our own panellist, releasing in November 2022
- Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, Isabel Wilkerson
- We Want to Do More Than Survive: Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom, Bettina Love
- All About Love, Bell Hooks
- Ratchetdemic: Reimagining academic success, Christopher Emdin
- Against White Feminism: Notes on Disruption, Rafia Zakaria
- Growing Up in Transit: The Politics of Belonging at an International School, Danau Tanu
- My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialised Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies, Resmaa Menakem

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-11736307 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000 3644 11 full false How can governance effectively support international school leaders? How can governance effectively support international school leaders? In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, discusses governance practices in international schools with a panel of experts from the international schools community: 

Who should be represented on the board? What should be their focus? Are school leaders supported? Let’s find out!

This discussion draws upon research on governance practices in international schools produced by ISC Research in 2018 and in 2022. Outcomes of the research are published in a specialist report, free to download from ISC Research’s website at https://iscresearch.com/reports/school-governance-2022/

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]]> In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of Global Research at ISC Research, discusses governance practices in international schools with a panel of experts from the international schools community: 

Who should be represented on the board? What should be their focus? Are school leaders supported? Let’s find out!

This discussion draws upon research on governance practices in international schools produced by ISC Research in 2018 and in 2022. Outcomes of the research are published in a specialist report, free to download from ISC Research’s website at https://iscresearch.com/reports/school-governance-2022/

#EdruptorsAtSchool #intled #internationalschools #innovation #educators #schoolleaders #educationsuppliers

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-11542068 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0100 1899 10 full false Broadening student learning pathways Broadening student learning pathways This episode shares expert practices around supporting student choice to positively impact their life and career. We discussed the topic with international education guest panelists at our Edruptors@School conference in June 2022. 

Thank you to our panel of experts from the international school community:

#EdruptorsAtSchool #intled #internationalschools #innovation #educators #schoolleaders #educationsuppliers  #ideas4intled

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]]> This episode shares expert practices around supporting student choice to positively impact their life and career. We discussed the topic with international education guest panelists at our Edruptors@School conference in June 2022. 

Thank you to our panel of experts from the international school community:

#EdruptorsAtSchool #intled #internationalschools #innovation #educators #schoolleaders #educationsuppliers  #ideas4intled

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-11276492 Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:00:00 +0100 1810 9 full false When innovation fosters community engagement When innovation fosters community engagement The ISC Research Edruptors@School conference, which took place in June, explored innovation and transformation in international school leadership. In this episode, we celebrate inspiring ideas shared by members of the international education community who took part in the conference discussions. This episode is all about the implementation of innovative school practices and the fostering of community engagement.

Thank you to our panel of experts from the international school community:
• Philippa Wraithmell, digital education specialist
• Dr. Vandana Lulla, Principal at Podar International School
• Matt Harris, co-founder and CEO at ChildSafeguarding.com
• Bethan Eveleigh, Online education and safeguarding specialist 
• Dwayne Matthews, Head of School, Innovation & Partnerships at Ontario Virtual School
• Nathan O’Grady, Learning Development Champion at Head of Kings InterHigh, part of Inspired Education Group
• Dr Jeremy Williams, Vice President of Community for Monax Labs, a web 3 infrastructure studio

#EdruptorsAtSchool #intled #internationalschools #innovation #educators #schoolleaders #educationsuppliers 

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]]> The ISC Research Edruptors@School conference, which took place in June, explored innovation and transformation in international school leadership. In this episode, we celebrate inspiring ideas shared by members of the international education community who took part in the conference discussions. This episode is all about the implementation of innovative school practices and the fostering of community engagement.

Thank you to our panel of experts from the international school community:
• Philippa Wraithmell, digital education specialist
• Dr. Vandana Lulla, Principal at Podar International School
• Matt Harris, co-founder and CEO at ChildSafeguarding.com
• Bethan Eveleigh, Online education and safeguarding specialist 
• Dwayne Matthews, Head of School, Innovation & Partnerships at Ontario Virtual School
• Nathan O’Grady, Learning Development Champion at Head of Kings InterHigh, part of Inspired Education Group
• Dr Jeremy Williams, Vice President of Community for Monax Labs, a web 3 infrastructure studio

#EdruptorsAtSchool #intled #internationalschools #innovation #educators #schoolleaders #educationsuppliers 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-10991660 Tue, 26 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +0100 1985 8 full false Brand influence within the international school sector Brand influence within the international school sector In this episode, Freddie Cloke, School Development Manager at ISC Research gathers insights from our very own field research team on influential school groups and brands within the international schools sector. 
Sam Fraser, Research Director at ISC Research and Pia Maske, East Asia Research Manager, talk about the ways school brands influence practices in international school campuses and highlight trends to watch.

#intled #schoolleadership #internationalschools #schoolbrands

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]]> In this episode, Freddie Cloke, School Development Manager at ISC Research gathers insights from our very own field research team on influential school groups and brands within the international schools sector. 
Sam Fraser, Research Director at ISC Research and Pia Maske, East Asia Research Manager, talk about the ways school brands influence practices in international school campuses and highlight trends to watch.

#intled #schoolleadership #internationalschools #schoolbrands

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-10764129 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0100 1458 7 full false How innovative assessment practices are shaping the future of assessment How innovative assessment practices are shaping the future of assessment This episode, hosted by Janelle Torres, Research Manager - South East Asia , is all about the key assessment challenges faced by international schools and the innovative assessment practices implemented to tackle them.

Thank you to our panel of experts from the international school community:

Join the conversation on the future of assessment!

To discover more findings from our latest research on the future of assessment in international schools, our exclusive specialist report, is available to purchase online at a price of £395 - discover more here: https://iscresearch.com/reports/future-of-assessment/

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]]> This episode, hosted by Janelle Torres, Research Manager - South East Asia , is all about the key assessment challenges faced by international schools and the innovative assessment practices implemented to tackle them.

Thank you to our panel of experts from the international school community:

Join the conversation on the future of assessment!

To discover more findings from our latest research on the future of assessment in international schools, our exclusive specialist report, is available to purchase online at a price of £395 - discover more here: https://iscresearch.com/reports/future-of-assessment/

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-10288892 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000 1873 6 full false Inspiration from the International Education Community Inspiration from the International Education Community In this episode hosted by our Research Consultant Janelle Torres, we celebrate inspiring ideas from the international education community. We talked to representatives of the International School of the Year 2022 and to some of the top social media influencers within international education.

Thank you to our guests:
- Vicki Davis, teacher and blogger aka Cool Cat Teacher
- Kai Vacher, Principal of British School Muscat
- Al Kingsley, CEO of NetSupport
- Sophie Bailey, founder and host of The Edtech Podcast
- Representatives of the International School of Zug and Luzern, #ISAwards 2022 International School of the Year, including the school director, Barry Dequanne.

Links to content mentioned in the episode:
- Edruptors 2021: the top international education influencers of the past year, free white paper published by ISC Research: https://iscresearch.com/reports/topinfluencers2021/
- International School Awards: https://iscresearch.com/international-school-awards/
- International School of the Year: https://iscresearch.com/international-school-awards/school-of-the-year/

#TopEdruptors2021 #ISAwards2022 #ideas4intled

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]]> In this episode hosted by our Research Consultant Janelle Torres, we celebrate inspiring ideas from the international education community. We talked to representatives of the International School of the Year 2022 and to some of the top social media influencers within international education.

Thank you to our guests:
- Vicki Davis, teacher and blogger aka Cool Cat Teacher
- Kai Vacher, Principal of British School Muscat
- Al Kingsley, CEO of NetSupport
- Sophie Bailey, founder and host of The Edtech Podcast
- Representatives of the International School of Zug and Luzern, #ISAwards 2022 International School of the Year, including the school director, Barry Dequanne.

Links to content mentioned in the episode:
- Edruptors 2021: the top international education influencers of the past year, free white paper published by ISC Research: https://iscresearch.com/reports/topinfluencers2021/
- International School Awards: https://iscresearch.com/international-school-awards/
- International School of the Year: https://iscresearch.com/international-school-awards/school-of-the-year/

#TopEdruptors2021 #ISAwards2022 #ideas4intled

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-10092027 Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000 1779 5 full false What does being internationally minded mean? What does being internationally minded mean? Nalini Cook, Head of EMEA Research discusses the meaning of international mindedness in education and our latest research on the topic with a panel of experts from the international education community, including:

 - Christopher Allen, Director of Learning & Technology at Al Sahwa, IB School, Muscat, Oman. 

- Maria Krasinski, News Decoder’s Managing Director. 

- Anson Wong, international school alumna and psychology student at University of California, Berkeley.

- Hannah Senel-Walp, Head of Strategy and Operations at Elite IB Education. 

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]]> Nalini Cook, Head of EMEA Research discusses the meaning of international mindedness in education and our latest research on the topic with a panel of experts from the international education community, including:

 - Christopher Allen, Director of Learning & Technology at Al Sahwa, IB School, Muscat, Oman. 

- Maria Krasinski, News Decoder’s Managing Director. 

- Anson Wong, international school alumna and psychology student at University of California, Berkeley.

- Hannah Senel-Walp, Head of Strategy and Operations at Elite IB Education. 

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-9718588 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0000 2739 4 full false Recruitment and staff development in international schools Recruitment and staff development in international schools Addressing the challenge of recruitment and staff development in international schools.

In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of EMEA Research at ISC Research discusses our latest research into recruitment and CPD in international schools with a panel of experts: 

- Pauline O’Brien, Director of Global Recruitment at International School Services. 
- Dr Vincent Chian, Principal of Fairview International School, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  
- Dr Siobhan Mellor, HCPC Registered Chartered Educational Psychologist and Director of Real Group. 
- Dr Marianne Yong-Macdonald, Group Head, Teacher Professional Learning and Development at International Schools Partnership Limited.  

Episode sponsored by International School Services: https://www.iss.edu/  

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]]> Addressing the challenge of recruitment and staff development in international schools.

In this episode, Nalini Cook, Head of EMEA Research at ISC Research discusses our latest research into recruitment and CPD in international schools with a panel of experts: 

- Pauline O’Brien, Director of Global Recruitment at International School Services. 
- Dr Vincent Chian, Principal of Fairview International School, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  
- Dr Siobhan Mellor, HCPC Registered Chartered Educational Psychologist and Director of Real Group. 
- Dr Marianne Yong-Macdonald, Group Head, Teacher Professional Learning and Development at International Schools Partnership Limited.  

Episode sponsored by International School Services: https://www.iss.edu/  

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-9537214 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000 3701 3 full false Different perspectives on student pathways to higher education Different perspectives on student pathways to higher education International school students have faced significant challenges over the past couple of years. With COVID-19 and travel restrictions, their pathway to higher education has only become more challenging. Pia Maske, East Asia Researcher at ISC Research, discussed our latest research on the subject with Lucien Giordano, Group Director of International Outreach and Alumni Engagement at Education in Motion (EiM), Anne Kuijs, International Recruitment & Marketing Advisor at Tilburg University, and Caitlin Brennan, Partner Development Director at InvestIN.

#highereducation #intled #admissions

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]]> International school students have faced significant challenges over the past couple of years. With COVID-19 and travel restrictions, their pathway to higher education has only become more challenging. Pia Maske, East Asia Researcher at ISC Research, discussed our latest research on the subject with Lucien Giordano, Group Director of International Outreach and Alumni Engagement at Education in Motion (EiM), Anne Kuijs, International Recruitment & Marketing Advisor at Tilburg University, and Caitlin Brennan, Partner Development Director at InvestIN.

#highereducation #intled #admissions

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]]> ISC Research Buzzsprout-9227055 Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100 3392 2 full false Teaching and learning in international schools Teaching and learning in international schools The new Heads Up series hosted by ISC Research kicks off with an insightful discussion about shifts in teaching and learning practices at international schools. Research Director Sam Fraser talks to Dr Kristen Weatherby, a researcher and consultant in education technology and teacher policy, about the results released in the new Teaching and Learning in International Schools Report just published by ISC Research. 

Episode sponsored by Education Horizons Group.

#TeachingAndLearning #blendedlearning #edtech #edchat #intled

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]]> The new Heads Up series hosted by ISC Research kicks off with an insightful discussion about shifts in teaching and learning practices at international schools. Research Director Sam Fraser talks to Dr Kristen Weatherby, a researcher and consultant in education technology and teacher policy, about the results released in the new Teaching and Learning in International Schools Report just published by ISC Research. 

Episode sponsored by Education Horizons Group.

#TeachingAndLearning #blendedlearning #edtech #edchat #intled

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