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Leadership and Strategic Innovation
High expectations lead to impressive results – Toshiko Igarashi, Japan
“By having higher expectations and taking action in a team with a positive attitude, we can make a difference.” That’s Toshiko Igarashi’s motto.
“My school’s efforts to integrate technology into instruction have led to significant increases in student achievement.” – Darren Clay, USA
Darren Clay learned early on the value of an education, when his assistant principal father did double duty as the school’s evening custodian – with his sons’ help — to pay for their private schooling. Ultimately following his dad’s career … Continue reading
“Why would you want to learn computer science? It’s so you can solve problems in other domains.” – Mark DeLoura, USA
Here at Daily Edventures, we’ve talked for years about the vast potential for gaming in the classroom. Games engage kids with activities they already love, and when used properly, have the ability to teach critical skills like computer science, skills … Continue reading
Education and Industry work together to build a foundation for innovation – Teresita (Tata) Medado, Philippines
Microsoft was founded on the principle that people can do remarkable things when technology is within reach, and core to our mission is creating immersive and inclusive learning experiences that inspire lifelong learning. To that end, we are
Leading Change In Spite of Immense Obstacles – Sabah Mjaess, Lebanon
It almost goes without saying that creating change within a school environment is a challenge. Every teacher and school leader is faced with unique obstacles. For Sabah Mjaess, Principal at Dhour Shweir Public School in Lebanon, the hurdles are in … Continue reading
“Minds work as a parachute. They are not functional until they are open.” – Dr. Mansoor Al-Awar, Dubai, UAE
For two days this past February, Dubai hosted the very first Microsoft in Education Global Forum in the Middle East and Africa region. The forum gathered education stakeholders to discuss education transformation as it relates to the workforce, and as … Continue reading
“We are leading a new culture that empowers us all.” – Rachel Berman, Israel
Building a digital culture and leading a school as it innovates is of course full of challenges. From technology and infrastructure decisions to ensuring the teaching staff is on board and fully trained, the day-to-day world of a school leader, … Continue reading
“Students will be creators of knowledge rather than consumers.” – Gioko Maina, Kenya
As a science teacher, Anthony Gioko transformed his classroom with technology in many ways, ultimately helping his students to win national honors. But as a school leader in charge of professional development, he must ensure that all of the teachers … Continue reading
“Sense of direction is one of the biggest gaps.” – Candice Carpenter Olson, USA
Heading out into the “real world” after graduation can be a downright humbling experience. And with the ever-growing skills gap that employers see in recent graduates (a Gallup poll showed that only 14 percent of Americans and only 11 percent … Continue reading
“Acquiring 21st century skills is a two-way process.” – Dimitrios Charalambidis, Greece
For Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert Dimitrios Charalambidis, education transformation isn’t a discussion that applies to the future. For Charalambidis, the future is already here. “What makes me most excited about the future is the here-and-now reality,” says Charalambidis. “It is … Continue reading
Creating Young Entrepreneurs in the Dominican Republic – Maria Lorraine de Ruiz-Alma
A Case for Change: Reflections of a Seasoned School Leader – Tony Bryant, Australia
Rethinking the Very Nature of What It Means to be an Educator – George Saltsman, USA
“As a teacher, I believe that education is like a wheel that never can be stopped.” – José Luís Terol Esteve, Spain
“We always look at the educational outcomes we want, then we back-track to the device, and ask what device and software combination will allow us to do that.” – Peter West, Australia
On my recent visit to Brisbane, Australia for an amazing Edutech Conference, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Peter West, an education technology specialist who is helping to transform learning at his school. Just as important, he’s helping … Continue reading