Teach Middle East Magazine Jan-Feb 2019 Issue 3 Volume 6 | Page 40

GESS DUBAI what will you create? A Passion for Education Returning for the 12th edition, GESS Dubai features 200+ free of charge and CPD accredited inspirational talks and dynamic, hands-on workshops. From curriculum development and leadership enhancement to enriching and re-imaging the classroom experience, teachers learn from renowned local and international experts and take away practical tips they can immediately implement in their classes to make learning more engaging for their students. Organised in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Education, and since its inception has come under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Ruler of the UAE. Adopting the theme of Empathy, GESS Dubai hopes to Inspire, Empower and Flourish. Inspiring speakers Here are some of the speakers for the 2019 edition whose topics will inspire, energise and give a boost to teachers seeking new ways to improve their craft: • Kevin Ruth, Developing Leaders for an Age of Exponential Learning • Elise Tarvainen, Pedagogical leadership as a catalyst for school transformation - Easy practices • • • Ronald Lalonde, Finding Simplicity in Complexity • Helen Wright, The diversity equation: how diversity in leadership can improve school outcomes (1-hour workshop: How to make sure your next leadership role is the perfect fit) Janet Larson, Three ways to get students talking about your academic content and “Teacher, I’m bored!”: How schools are revolutionizing teaching for active engagement • Gilda Scarfe, on Leadership: The link between instructional leadership and student wellbeing outcomes and on SEN: Positive Education: Empowering students and teachers to flourish Zen Khan, Moral Education • Ashley Green, Yoga & Mindfulness Education achievers GESS Dubai puts the spotlight on outstanding contributions from schools, teachers and education professionals as well as companies and brands providing various products and solutions for the education market in the Middle East through the GESS Education Awards, with entries being received from more than 50 countries . Find out who have made an impact, launched innovative programmes, and achieved new milestones to boost the growth and quality standards of education in the region.