If you missed some of our live conference or if you’d like to re-watch or share it with colleagues, we’ve added recordings of each session below, along with the presentation slides where used.
Keynote: Rewilding education through positive peace in schools
Speaker: Dr Hilary Cremin, University of Cambridge
Dr Hilary Cremin is Chair of the Cambridge Peace and Education Research Group (CPERG) at the University of Cambridge. In her keyote, she offers a fresh and challenging perspective on the question of conflict, violence and peace in schools. Drawing on the most up-to-date theory and research from the field of peace and conflict studies, she explains the concept of positive peace, and how the dimensions of peace-keeping, peace-making and peace-building can be robustly applied in schools all over the world.
Keynote: The transformational role of AI in international education
Speaker: Matthew Wemyss, international school leader and Edufuturists AI Pioneer award winner
A compelling exploration of the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence on school leadership. This session is not just about AI as a technological tool, but as a collaborative partner that brings a new level of clarity and insight to the realm of educational administration. Matthew captivates our delegates with inspiring stories and practical examples of AI in action, demonstrating how it can optimise operational efficiency and support student learning outcomes. He delves into the crucial balance between technological advancement and human values, emphasising the importance of maintaining ethical standards and compassionate leadership.
Panel: Embedding AI in international education for positive impact
Chair: Kathryn Booth, Regional Director MENAPT, Pearson School Qualifications
Panellists: Karim Rogers, Executive Director of El Alsson British and American International Schools; Natalie Williams, Director of Membership and Engagement at COBIS (Council of British International Schools)
Following on from the morning's second keynote, this panel discussion with invited experts and school leaders considers the more practical considerations and tips for best practice around embedding AI in international schools.
Panel: Emerging themes and trends in international education
Chair: Rachel Rogers, ISC Research
Panellists: Stephen Priest, Principal of Repton School Cairo; Kamran Baig, Founding Director, Lucerne International School, Switzerland; Seema Irfan, Principal of City School Southern Regional Office, Pakistan; and Rob Jamieson, Head of International Channels & Partnerships at Pearson
In this panel discussion, we examine some of the emerging (non-AI) global and regional trends and themes set to impact international education over the next 18 months and discuss the key concerns, opportunities and drivers facing our panellists along with the strategies they're adopting to ensure they are best placed for the future.
Plenary: Expanding your British international curriculum track: advice and insights
Presenter: David Albon, International Curriculum and Qualifications Director, Pearson
Guests: Ana Plavša, Head of International Projects and Foreign Languages at Istituto San Leone Magno in Rome; and Dr Harsha Alles, Chairman of Gateway Group, Sri Lanka
More and more schools are looking for support as they add a British international curriculum track alongside their national or a local curriculum. In this session, we hear from a range of schools who are at different points in their journey to expand their British international curriculum provision and get advice and insights from school leaders to help you, if you’re also looking to expand your offering.
Plenary: Preparing your students for university: destinations, skills and progression stories
Presenter: Duncan Hamshere, International Progression and Recognition Manager at Pearson Edexcel
Guests: Dr John Taylor, Director of Learning, Teaching and Innovation at Cranleigh School; and David Busby, Director of IT and Academic Skills at the University of Bath
In this session we discuss progression to university from the international school perspective including how you can best prepare your students for university, which universities are popular destinations around the world, the skills your students will need and what you, as international school leaders, should think about now in terms of supporting your students' onward journeys.
Plenary: Celebrating our worldwide community of international school educators
Presenter: Lisa Evans, Global Marketing Director + Sales Director (Europe + Americas)
Guests: Stephen Priest, 2024 Pearson International School Leader of the Year; Braden Cobb, 2024 Pearson International School Outstanding Innovator of the Year; and Auzair Collector, 2024 Pearson International School Teacher of the Year
Working together, we can help you achieve more
Speaker: Emma Whale, Vice President for Sales and Marketing, Pearson School Qualifications
In this session, we explain how we can support you, whatever your next steps or challenges, wherever you are in the world, and however and wherever your students want – or need – to sit exams.
