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Future Leaders

GESS Talks Webinar 32 - The Next Era of Learning: Bold Visions for Change

This is an inspiring webinar where top education experts share bold ideas for the future. Our panelists offer diverse perspectives on how to prepare…

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Early Years Education STEM

STEM Education in the Early Years: Igniting a Passion for Discovery

10 October 2024

Imagine a classroom buzzing with curious young minds, their hands busy with experiments, building structures, and exploring the world around them.

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Wellbeing

Embracing Everyone: How Inclusion Boosts Student Wellbeing

10 October 2024

Inclusion isn't just about bringing students together in the same classroom; it's about creating environments where every individual feels a sense of…

VR, AI and AR

AI in Education: Beyond the Buzzwords

10 October 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often touted as the next big revolution in education, promising everything from personalised learning experiences...

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Edtech

Enhancing Back-to-School Experiences with AI-Powered Feedback

08 September 2024

As educators and students return to the classroom for a new academic year...

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Preparing for the new academic year

Back to School: Key Education Trends for 2025

23 August 2024

As educators prepare for the new academic year, staying up to date with the latest trends...

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Distance / Remote Learning

Virtual and In-person Education – Will Students Soon be Able to Choose?

22 August 2024

Is it time to move away from our group-of-students-in-a-class style of education?

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Learning Environment

Believe in me...

13 August 2024

At High Performance Learning we passionately believe that every single child can achieve academic success...

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Higher Education

Emerging Trends University Counsellors Can Leverage to Optimise Student

13 August 2024

At the beginning of each academic year, we are presented with an exciting challenge to continue to prepare students to apply to university...

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Preparing for the new academic year

Preparing for a Successful Year: Strategies for International School

06 August 2024

As the new academic year approaches, school administrators play a pivotal role in setting the stage for a successful and smooth transition.

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Preparing for the new academic year

Stepping with Audacity into the New School Year

29 July 2024

A new school year dawns and this means that we find ourselves standing at the threshold of another exciting educational journey … yes!

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Preparing for the new academic year

Prepping Educational Leaders for a Successful New School Year

18 July 2024

As the calendar pages turn towards the beginning of another school year, educational leaders face the annual challenge of preparing their schools...

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Wellbeing

Stay Interviews – Finding out How Staff Feel

08 July 2024

t’s the end of the school year and time to say goodbye to colleagues who are moving on.

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Wellbeing

Supporting Your Own Personal Wellbeing

02 July 2024

Stress and burnout have become integral to many conversations and articles about the education sector.

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Arts

The Importance of Music and Arts in Education

01 July 2024

Education is evolving and Creative Arts have become a strong part of schools’ curriculum.

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The Power of Inclusion and Its Impact on Teaching

28 June 2024

In the transforming landscape of education, the concept of inclusion has evolved from being a buzzword to a powerful philosophy

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Early Years Education

EC Teachers in the Tech Age

12 June 2024

EC Teachers in the Tech Age

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Early Years Education

7 Tips for Early Year Educators!

11 June 2024

Early childhood education (ECE) plays a pivotal role in shaping the developmental trajectory of young children...

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Early Years Education

Embracing Inclusion in Early Years Education: A Blend of Playfulness, AI,

05 June 2024

In the vibrant world of early years education, where giggles echo through hallways and tiny hands create masterpieces with crayons...

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Early Years Education

Well-being in the Early Years

05 June 2024

Let us explore what is well-being and it’s a very significant role in child development...

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Early Years Education

Creating a Safe Space for Early Years Learning

28 May 2024

A safe and nurturing environment is crucial for effective early years education, fostering children’s development and well-being.

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Higher Education

GESS Talks Webinar 27: The Changing world of Early Years Education

24 May 2024

Join us for an insightful webinar. Discover innovative approaches and strategies to strengthen early childhood education.

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Early Years Education

The Importance of Staff and Child Wellbeing in the Early Years

24 May 2024

Zaina Shihabi, PhD

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Early Years Education

A Jar Full of Emotions - Early Years Education

24 May 2024

Seeing your baby look up at you and smile for the first time is a moment that will melt your heart and stay with you forever.

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Higher Education

Embracing the Critical Curriculum: Equipping Students for a Dynamic Future

14 May 2024

In an age defined by technological strides, the world is undergoing a significant makeover...

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Higher Education

GESS Talks Webinar 26: Bridging Tomorrow: Navigating the Transition from

08 May 2024

Join us for a thought-provoking webinar that delves into the critical transition from K-12 to tertiary education and beyond.

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Leveling Up Learning: Esports and Special Education

02 May 2024

Welcome, to the fantastical world where education meets entertainment, where digital dexterity meets cognitive development, and where students with…

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From Controllers to Keyboards: A PE Teacher's Journey into the World

01 May 2024

"Like many people born in the 80s, I grew up surrounded by the rapid rise of the gaming industry..."

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The Impact of eSports Integration in Schools

01 May 2024

In recent years, the world of competitive gaming, known as eSports, has skyrocketed in popularity...

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Exploring the Impact of Esports in Education: A Gateway to New Learning

01 May 2024

In recent years, the landscape of education has undergone a profound transformation, with traditional classroom paradigms making way for innovative…

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility!

30 April 2024

Safeguarding should be a key component in a quality school – if not THE component to a successful school...

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Building a successful people strategy

12 April 2024

'People strategy - creating a coherent framework for employees to be hired, managed, and developed to support an organisation's long-term goals.

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Wellbeing

Wellness for the Whole Person: Embracing Modern Wellbeing Trends

11 April 2024

In today's fast-paced world, wellness has evolved from a trendy buzzword to a vital lifestyle choice...

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Leadership Strategy and Skills

Purposeful teams, prosperous schools

08 April 2024

A school leadership team can make or break a school...

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Wellbeing

Wellbeing – An International Curriculum Association Perspective

02 April 2024

Personal, Subject and International Learning can all influence the well-being of individuals and whole learning communities...

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Wellbeing

Enhancing Educator Wellbeing: Simple Strategies for a Happier Teaching

27 March 2024

Teaching is not just a profession; it's a calling that demands passion, dedication, and resilience.

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Wellbeing

GESS Talks Webinar 25 : Finding Balance: Wellbeing Policies, Burnout

26 March 2024

Join us in this webinar as we delve into the crucial aspects of wellbeing policies...

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Wellbeing

The impact of a positive school culture on staff retention and recruitment

25 March 2024

There is a higher than ever demand for teachers and other staff in international schools.

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Early Years Education

The benefits of Early Learning

25 March 2024

"Our image of the child is rich in potential, strong, powerful, competent and most of all, connected to adults and other children."

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Edtech

Adventures on the narrow ridge: the importance of dialogue in science

18 March 2024

Contestable statements are a great tool for stimulating dialogue. Here’s one to get us started: ‘In science education, meaning is more important than…

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Edtech

Embracing the Critical Curriculum: Equipping Students for a Dynamic Future

18 March 2024

In an age defined by technological strides, the world is undergoing a significant makeover.

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Edtech

Why Bad Coders Make the Best Coding Teachers

15 March 2024

In an ironic twist of educational fate, our proficiency in teaching programming has led us to a peculiar crossroads...

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Edtech

EdTech and soft skills are the critical foundation of STEM subjects

13 March 2024

We often talk of ‘bringing learning to life’. This is exactly what technology does...

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Wellbeing

Helping prevent staff burnout

05 March 2024

All education staff experience stress...

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Edtech

It’s Never Too Late To Boost Your Edtech Skills

01 March 2024

Al Kingsley discusses how schools can create a culture for everyone to continue building their Edtech skills.

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Edtech

Integrating Edtech and Sustainability to Enhance Student Mental Health: An

28 February 2024

In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, the fusion of Educational Technology (Edtech) and sustainability initiatives emerges as a powerful…

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STEM

Unlocking the Power of Coding: A Gateway to 21st Century Skills

26 February 2024

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, coding has emerged as a fundamental skill

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Wellbeing

Beyond Policies: Building A Culture of Safeguarding in Schools

19 February 2024

Safeguarding pupils is the first responsibility of any school...

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding in Early Years Settings

14 February 2024

Safeguarding in an early year’s setting refers to the measures and practices put in place to protect the well-being and safety of children.

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Future Leaders

How youth will change the World

12 February 2024

On International Youth Day, August 12th, we celebrate the voices and agency of young people everywhere.

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Wellbeing

Ensuring Student Safety: The Importance of Safeguarding in Education

06 February 2024

.As educators, parents, and members of society, safeguarding the well-being of children and young people is paramount.

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding in Schools: A Comprehensive Approach to Student Well-Being

02 February 2024

In the realm of education, creating a safe and secure environment for students is paramount to their overall well-being and academic success.

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding children – Guidance for schools

30 January 2024

Working with children and young people offers many rewarding opportunities, and with the many benefits...

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Wellbeing

GESS Talks Webinar 23 - Creating Safe Haven: Safeguarding Practices for

26 January 2024

Taking place Tuesday 27th February , 17:00 UAE / 13:00 UK

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding in a Digital World

25 January 2024

In an age where technology is omnipresent in our lives, especially in education, we face a paradox.

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Learning Environment

Intergenerational Learning: Communication for tomorrow

24 January 2024

By Ashley Green, The Wellbeing Coach, The Free Spirit Collective

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Sustainability

Teaching students about climate change and their environment towards a

19 January 2024

Teaching students about climate change and their environment towards a sustainable future

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Sustainability

How Sustainable is Your School Bus Service?

15 January 2024

How Sustainable is Your School Bus Service?

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Sustainability

Nature-based Learning in Urban Settings

09 January 2024

Nature-based Learning in Urban Settings

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Sustainability

Why Should Sustainability Education be a Central Part of Learning

08 January 2024

Why Should Sustainability Education be a Central Part of Learning

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Preparing for the new academic year

Personal planning for the future

04 January 2024

Personal planning for the future

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Sustainability

Learning to Take Risks at a Young Age to Promote Environmental and

02 January 2024

Learning to Take Risks at a Young Age to Promote Environmental and Sustainability Awareness

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding Students with Learning Challenges For Equitable Career

20 December 2023

Safeguarding Students with Learning Challenges For Equitable Career Readiness

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Wellbeing

Prioritizing Wellbeing: Safeguarding in Schools and Alhekma International

15 December 2023

Prioritizing Wellbeing: Safeguarding in Schools and Alhekma International School's Approach

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VR, AI and AR

The future of Esports

12 December 2023

The future of Esports

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Wellbeing

Student Safety a priority for a thriving Future

05 December 2023

Student Safety a priority for a thriving Future

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Wellbeing

Wellbeing in schools – what REALLY does this mean?

05 December 2023

Wellbeing in schools – what REALLY does this mean?

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Learning Environment

BC Games at GESS Dubai 2023

01 December 2023

BC Games at GESS Dubai 2023

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The Future of Education: A New Era of Online Schooling

28 November 2023

The Future of Education: A New Era of Online Schooling

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Wellbeing

Using boundaries to manage workload

24 November 2023

Using boundaries to manage workload

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Leadership Strategy and Skills

Inclusive Educational Leadership: Fostering Equity and Excellence in

16 November 2023

Inclusive Educational Leadership: Fostering Equity and Excellence in Schools

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Wellbeing

The Importance of Prioritising Mental Health Support in K-12 Education

09 November 2023

The Importance of Prioritising Mental Health Support in K-12 Education

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VR, AI and AR

Empowering Education: Harnessing AI and STEAM in Schools

08 November 2023

Empowering Education: Harnessing AI and STEAM in Schools

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GESS Dubai Officially Opens 16th Edition at Dubai World Trade Centre

01 November 2023

GESS Dubai Officially Opens 16th Edition at Dubai World Trade Centre

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One Week to Go: The Ultimate Guide to GESS Dubai 2023

29 October 2023

One Week to Go: The Ultimate Guide to GESS Dubai 2023

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GESS Dubai 2023: Explore the Future of Education with World-Class Speakers

23 October 2023

GESS Dubai 2023: Explore the Future of Education with World-Class Speakers and Workshops

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Early Years Education

Why Early Childhood Centres Need Technology to Thrive

19 October 2023

Why Early Childhood Centres Need Technology to Thrive

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Learning Environment

Empowering teachers to be more proactive with data

17 October 2023

Empowering teachers to be more proactive with data

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Navigating the Future of Education: Insights from GESS Dubai 2023 Speakers

29 September 2023

Navigating the Future of Education: Insights from GESS Dubai 2023 Speakers

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Learning Environment

What is Cooperative Learning in the Classroom

26 September 2023

What is Cooperative Learning in the Classroom

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GESS Dubai 2023: Fueling Educational Transformation in the Middle East

25 September 2023

As the number of international schools in the Middle East reach a record high of 2,068, educational institutions have..

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Digitalise your School Bus Routes for Safety and Security

20 September 2023

Leading technology at your fingertips

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Wellbeing

Promoting staff wellbeing – leading by example

14 August 2023

Promoting staff wellbeing – leading by example

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Preparing for the new academic year

The Power of Connection

05 August 2023

The Power of Connection

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Preparing for the new academic year

New school year, new approach to technology

04 August 2023

New school year, new approach to technology

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Sustainability

Sustainability in Education

24 July 2023

An Interview with Anthony Dixon by Anna Turchik

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Special Educational Needs

Exploring the Advances in SEN Education and Charting a Visionary path ahead

19 June 2023

Exploring the Advances in SEN Education and Chart

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End of Academic Review

Reflection on the End of the School Year: Addressing Covid-19, Wellness,

19 June 2023

Addressing Covid-19, Wellness, AI, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Strategies for the Next School Year

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Wellbeing

Safeguarding in Schools: Key Challenges and Effective Solutions

19 June 2023

Safeguarding in Schools: Key Challenges and Effective Solutions

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End of Academic Review

Student attainment and staff wellbeing

19 June 2023

Student attainment and staff wellbeing

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Early Years Education

Inclusivity in the Early Years

14 June 2023

In this article, she talks about some of the more recent experiences and challenges

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Special Educational Needs

Inclusive Education and the Role of Feedback

10 May 2023

Inclusive Education and the Role of Feedback

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Special Educational Needs

ChatGPT for Special Educational Needs Learners.

09 May 2023

ChatGPT can provide students with immediate responses to questions that may not be possible in a mainstream classroom

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Special Educational Needs

Support in the Early Years for Students with Special Education Needs

05 May 2023

Support in the Early Years for Students with Special Education Needs

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Early Years Education

Using ABA to Teach Social Skills in Early Years

03 May 2023

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the science of learning and behavior.

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Special Educational Needs

Considering Special educational needs in the early years

02 May 2023

Special educational needs in the early years

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Early Years Education

The importance of early diagnosis and intervention

02 May 2023

The importance of early diagnosis and intervention

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Learning Environment

Webinar 17 : Exploring contemporary visions of Early Years Education

28 April 2023

Exploring contemporary visions of Early Years Education

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Wellbeing

Creating a culture of appreciation

25 April 2023

Creating a culture of appreciation

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Leadership Strategy and Skills

EQ – an essential element of strong school leadership

19 April 2023

EQ – an essential element of strong school leadership

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Leadership Strategy and Skills

Webinar 16 - Being a school leader in the Middle East

09 April 2023

We're pleased to announce our upcoming webinar on leading schools in the Middle East which takes place on Monday, 17 April at 16:00 GST/UAE, 13:00…

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Leadership Strategy and Skills

Leading in a changing world

05 April 2023

As an educationalist, it is essential to believe in diversity.

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Wellbeing

Gaming and esports can have a positive impact on your wellbeing.

29 March 2023

Gaming can actually benefit wellbeing in many ways, including improving mental health

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Wellbeing

The importance of a happy teacher!

23 March 2023

what can schools do to promote well-being for their staff and teachers?

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Wellbeing

Teacher Wellness Jaunt: Strategies to Cope in a Demanding Profession

21 March 2023

In this article, we will explore the issue of teacher wellness and the strategies educators can use to prioritize their wellbeing and avoid burnout

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Wellbeing

Why Wellbeing

20 March 2023

when teachers experienced high levels of stress and anxiety, they were more likely to be critical and negative

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Wellbeing

Webinar 15- Key Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Educators and Students

14 March 2023

Key Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Educators and Students

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Wellbeing

Top 10 Tips For Teachers’ Wellbeing

09 March 2023

Top 10 Tips For Teachers’ Wellbeing

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Wellbeing

The gap between Wellbeing research and what’s delivered in schools

01 March 2023

I have the upmost empathy for schools, having spent a decade working in the education system.

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Learning Environment

The demand for the UK's elite Universities shows no sign of slowing

24 February 2023

Every year thousands of international students pursue their higher education in the UK at prestigious universities such as Oxford and Cambridge

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Learning Environment

Don’t Do Sustainability

21 February 2023

Sustainability in schools is both easy to do, and hard to achieve.

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Learning Environment

Why Is School so...

13 February 2023

Try typing into google “Why is school so”.

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Learning Environment

Effective Learning Environment

10 February 2023

Effective Learning Environment

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Learning Environment

How Sustainability Sparks Innovation and Changes Education

31 January 2023

"Ms. I wish I could come up with an idea as brilliant as hers but I'm just not that creative.”

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Future Leaders

The importance of thinking beyond the subject when choosing your degree

30 January 2023

2023 cohort will attend university ‘Open Days’ to select their top full-time undergraduate degree courses

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Edtech

Introducing New EdTech?

16 January 2023

6 Considerations for School Leaders..

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Distance / Remote Learning Edtech

How Technology Can Reshape Education For Better Student Outcomes

04 January 2023

As the immediate impact of the pandemic recedes, we have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine education in a post-COVID world.

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Leadership Strategy and Skills Learning Environment Wellbeing

Effective Performance Management Conversations

20 December 2022

Employee conversations play an important part in every effective people strategy.

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Wellbeing

The Future Of Education: Are The Real Needs Of Students Being Neglected In

14 December 2022

For centuries, education was in the hands of the very few and inaccessible to the masses.Read the full article at: www.equaltimes.org

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Learning Environment

Improving Classroom Practice Through ‘Structured Tinkering’

13 December 2022

Many teachers already improve their practice by constantly ‘tinkering’ with lesson plans and structures.

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Edtech Marketing / Social Media

How To Enhance Your Entrepreneurial Skills?

12 December 2022

Countries have faced economic challenges across the globe, especially given the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Future Leaders

Takeaways From 2022’s World Higher Education Conference

05 December 2022

The third World Higher Education Conference provided an opportunity to rethink and reimagine teaching and learning, research and social…

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Edtech STEM

Remote Learning Technology Spending Market – Global Industry Trends and

02 December 2022

Global Remote Learning Technology Spending Market By Solution (Software and Services), Learning Mode (Instructor-Led Training and Learning, Self-Paced…

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Learning Environment

Supporting Your School To Continuously Improve

24 November 2022

At TES we’ve been supporting schools and championing great teaching for more than 100 years. As education is changing, so are we.

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Coaching / CPD Future Leaders

How Identifying Core Values Can Help Your Students Choose Their Future

17 November 2022

First of all, what are core values? Your true core values are what is important to you, your non-negotiables, also known as your priorities in life.

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Wellbeing

Defining Happiness

15 November 2022

If I were to ask you to define happiness, what would you say? And if I asked your friends and family members, do you think the answer would be the…

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Future Leaders

Addressing The Challenges Of The Future of Education Head on

12 November 2022

More than 6,000 education professionals from over 70 countries and over 300 leading education brands are set to converge in the 15th edition of GESS.

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Edtech STEM

Three Reasons Why The Webcam Is The Best Investment For Upgrading Any

01 November 2022

The education technology landscape is brimming with possibility – but it can also be overwhelming. Sometimes, it’s helpful to revisit the basics.

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Edtech

4 Tips To Ensure Your School Selects The Right Tools For Blended Learning

31 October 2022

Learning methods change constantly; this much we know.

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Wellbeing

The Importance of Wellbeing for Staff Recruitment and Retention

26 October 2022

Many businesses recognise the importance of a well-articulated ‘people strategy’ to drive the engagement and productivity of employees.

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Edtech VR, AI and AR

Turning Your School’s Digital Vision Into a Strategy

13 October 2022

We are all using more technology than ever before – and that includes schools. However, some risks come with that use.

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Edtech VR, AI and AR

GESS Talks to Majed Akl, Director Primary and Secondary Education,

07 October 2022

GESS chats to Majed from GESS Dubai Gold Sponsor Microsoft to find out more about their education solutions and recent initiatives.

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Wellbeing

The Power of Positivity

15 September 2022

At the end of each day, many of us think about the tasks we didn’t get done and rather than our achievements and successes.

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Distance / Remote Learning Edtech Learning Environment Wellbeing

Do Your Students Have the Confidence to Keep Themselves Safe Online?

01 August 2022

What is self-confidence and why do we need it? Some people have it in abundance; others would love to have more.

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Coaching / CPD Wellbeing

Why is financial literacy so important and why should we be

15 July 2022

As financial decision-making grows more complex year on year, with consumer habits and financial products rapidly changing, financial literacy has…

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STEM

GESS Proudly Supports and Sponsors UAE Based Team in Global STEM Challenge

30 June 2022

GESS is proud to be the Platinum Sponsor of Team Propulsar competing at the F1 in Schools World Finals (10 - 14 July 2022) at the Silverstone Circuit,…

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Edtech

What is Web3 and How Could it Disrupt Education?

24 June 2022

Web3 is in its earliest days but has already begun to disrupt everything from the art world to the financial sector.

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Wellbeing

Leader Wellbeing

01 June 2022

Mark Solomons, a wellbeing expert with over 12 years’ experience developing leadership and culture in schools discusses the importance of leadership…

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Edtech

GESS Talks Webinar 9 - How Web3 can change the education landscape

30 March 2022

We're pleased to announce our latest webinar that will run on 19th April 2022, and will discuss how Web3 is revolutionising the education landscape.

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Marketing / Social Media

Do you have what it takes to shine? Apply now for the GESS Education Awards

11 March 2022

We're delighted to announce that we are now open to accept nominations for the 9th annual GESS Education Awards.

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Distance / Remote Learning Edtech Learning Environment

Is Blended Learning Here to Stay?

04 February 2022

In 2021, schools alternated between in-person and online learning, blended or hybrid classrooms, or a mix of the various teaching modalities.

Future Leaders

The Future of Citizenship Alliance Virtual Educa Global Initiative

Intelligent tools. The same tools being used to promote collaborative societies, co-creation of futures, freedom of expression, and participation, are…

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