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We are so pleased to share that, following the success of this year’s event in Brazil, we will be holding our next Global.Learn.Connect conference in the Netherlands on 20-21 March 2025!
The two-day event will bring together school leaders and educators for engaging keynote presentations and a diverse range of teacher-led workshops; providing insights into their practices and experiences. This will be an invaluable opportunity to connect with both regional and global school communities.
THE LEARNING EFFECT: Play-Paradox-Passion: how structure and framework empower innovation and spontaneity
In a world of rapid change and uncertainties, adaptability, and innovation are paramount. In education there is a fascinating intersection: the point where structure meets spontaneity, framework enables freedom and careful design is a catalyst for creativity. Throughout this conference we will explore this powerful convergence, examining how thoughtful integration of play, paradox, and passion can create transformative learning experiences.
Learning Streams:
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The Power of Play (learning through play, the role of play in cognitive development, playful learning environments, playful assessment for all ages)
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Paradox Principles (how constraints enable creativity, structured freedom in learning environments, the power of productive tension)
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Passion Pathways (emotional engagement in learning, building passionate learning communities)
During the two days we invite you to join for inspiring Keynote presentations and workshops from International Speakers, a diverse range of teacher-led workshops, providing insights into their practices and experiences. See, hear and experience international education in action. The first day will wrap up with a drinks reception at The Radission offering a chance to unwind and connect with fellow participants.
Day one
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Introductory Presentation – ‘Paradox Principles’
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Keynote Speaker – Presentation and workshop session
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Full group networking activities, ‘Talking Tables’
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Immersive simulation experience – exploring values, choices and sustainable development
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Conference Drinks reception – an opportunity to relax and connect with your fellow participants
Day two
Choice of two tracks –
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1) a series of stand-alone sessions running throughout the day focused on Play-Based Learning (suitable for all, with specific references to early years)
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2) options of school-led workshops, looking at the conference themes in dynamic and practical ways
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Lightning Keynotes and active discussions
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Open Mic session – your opportunity to share, whether it is a thought-provoking question, a sharing of experience, a reflective comment or an innovative solution. The Open Mic Session is your opportunity to hear and be heard.
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