Checklist for International School Leaders Post-COVID

In this I explore the challenges and opportunities for international schools in the wake of COVID-19. Drawing on last week’s conversation with educational psychologist Dr. Angie Wigford, I provide strategic insights and share practical examples of how schools can successfully navigate this new reality. The episode ends with a concise five-point checklist to guide school leaders on their journey towards a new normal.

Key Moments

00:17 Introduction

01:25 Recap of conversation with Dr. Angie Wigford

01:54 Integration of Technology in Post-COVID Classrooms, LanguageNut, MyOn

02:53 Fostering Student Autonomy

03:21 A Blended Learning Model

04:17 Nurturing Emotional Well-being

05:15 Asynchronous Learning

05:44 Professional Development

06:37 A Five-Point Checklist for Leaders

07:49 Closing

Key Quotes

"COVID's posed a lot of challenges to our schools. But it's also presented opportunities for us to reassess and to reshape the way we're thinking about our teaching and learning practices."

"We're obviously not about to totally revolutionize education, but one thing we can do is to use a blended learning model."

"As we journey towards this new normal, our goal should be on creating an environment where everyone can thrive."

"With open communication, adaptability and a focus on student-centric learning, we can establish a new normal that benefits everyone."

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Shane Leaning, an organisational coach based in Shanghai, supports school leaders globally. Passionate about empowment, he is the author of the best-selling 'Change Starts Here.' Shane is a leading educational voice in the UK, Asia and around the world.

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