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AARE 2024 Conference Day 1: The Big Picture I have been working for AISNSW for over two years now and I am still amazed about the diversity of the schools in the sector. All the different faiths, the varying philosophies of education, the special needs and special assistance schools, plus all their different sizes, locations and communities, emphasise the importance of context when discussing anything related to schools. Day 1 of the AARE 2024 Conference strengthened my focus on considering context in my own research and when I help teachers undertake research and examine data. The presentations I attended today also reinforced my resistance of the input-output model of education,as if all students and situations were the same, not valuing the multiple ever-changing factors affecting teachers’ decision making every minute of a school day. For instance, as much as teachers might program a series of lessons to maximise students’ achievement of outcomes, there are always surprises in store for how the lessons actually turn out, meeting, exceeding or falling short of expectations. To steal from Wayne Sawyer’s Keynote presentation, and I believe he was referencing Prof Joanne Reid (2013), a program is a domain of possibilities, not certainties, and never can be. Education is a very human endeavour and humans are messy. Context was my core focus this year and will probably be at the heart of 2025 too. Purpose was my 2023 theme. Every time I hear someone say a certain teaching approach is successful, I wonder about the measurement of success and the purpose behind the measurement. Because sometimes, a lot of the time, I think we have defined success and the purpose of education as the achievement of marks instead of what the marks are meant to represent and that what the marks represent does not, cannot, capture everything that a school education entails. Borrowing again from Wayne Sawyer, curriculum is about building students’ knowledge but it should also help to shine a light on the world, build an understanding of human experience, a process of recognition and re-cognition through classroom interactions. #AARE2024

Designing the Future of Education: Insights from Mary✨ Join Peter Hostrawser and Alli Dahl as we explore innovative educational methods with Mary Ruppenthal. Discover how to create learning environments that anticipate future changes and enhance student engagement over the next decade and beyond. Let's future-proof education together! #FutureOfEducation #InnovativeTeaching #LearningSpaces #FuturePlanning #EducationTrends #ClassroomDesign #CreativeLearning #StudentEngagement #EducationInnovation #TeachForTomorrow

Achieving the Dream invites you to Redesign for Results: Leveraging Shortened Terms for Student Success, a #virtualworkshop on Oct. 11, 11:30–2:30 p.m. ET, where we will take a deep dive into the benefits of shortened #academicterms as well as the evidence-based strategies that support implementation. ❇️ Explore compelling evidence and success stories of institutions that have transformed from traditional #coursedesign to shortened academic terms ❇️ Learn from experts how to apply evidence-based practices to courses and advising sessions to maximize #studentsuccess ❇️ Engage in hands-on activities and expert-led discussions as you dialogue with peers, exchange best practices, and tackle common challenges Let ATD be your guide as you move to the forefront of #educationalinnovation! Learn more and register today: https://ow.ly/uBp150Tn9BQ

View our #ScienceOfReading webinar series with renowned literacy experts that guide you in implementing research-backed strategies to enhance reading instruction in your classroom. Transform your teaching and boost student literacy! https://bit.ly/3OPNCCM

Excited to share the @National Center for Education and the Economy’s latest research brief on "Thinking Differently About TIME." This publication challenges us to think differently about TIME—teaching time, school schedules, time to develop student agency, support personalization, and more. https://bit.ly/3zCGyny What are your thoughts on how time might be used more strategically as a powerful resource for educators and learners? #LearningToLeading #ImpactInAction #EdResearch

How might we redefine attendance as a reflection of skill-building rather than a mere checklist? School attendance is more than just being present—it's a vital skill shaped by real-life challenges and support systems. This article by Matthew Riggan ( https://bit.ly/3xpfNBN ) from Next Generation Learning Challenges explores how “getting to school on time on a regular basis isn’t a precursor to building skills, it is a product of it.” Let’s shift our perspective from judging students for their attendance to empowering them with the skills they need to navigate both their academic and personal lives. Together, we can create learning environments where every student not only wants to be present but also thrives once they are: https://bit.ly/49HTtSU #LearnerCentered #ReimagineLearning #StudentAgency

View our #ScienceOfReading webinar series with renowned literacy experts that guide you in implementing research-backed strategies to enhance reading instruction in your classroom. Transform your teaching and boost student literacy! https://bit.ly/3OPNCCM

View our #ScienceOfReading webinar series with renowned literacy experts that guide you in implementing research-backed strategies to enhance reading instruction in your classroom. Transform your teaching and boost student literacy! https://bit.ly/3OPNCCM

View our #ScienceOfReading webinar series with renowned literacy experts who guide you in implementing research-backed strategies to enhance reading instruction in your classroom. Transform your teaching and boost student literacy! https://bit.ly/3OPNCCM

Join our upcoming & informative webinar, where we will explore Enabling Student Wellbeing and Social-Emotional Learning as we discover the actionable strategies for enhanced problem-solving and decision-making skills. This interactive session will feature expert insights, a Q&A period, and access to valuable resources. Register now to secure your spot and take the first step towards advancing your knowledge and skills. Don't miss outtttt!!! https://bit.ly/3RFArVC #eduevolve #elg #sel #educationmatters #continuouslearning