IBUTORS ...
Simon Noakes
Simon is the CEO and Founder of Interactive Schools . A father of 4 , he founded Interactive Schools in 2006 . He utilizes his experience and passion for strategic marketing , thought leadership , social media , brand values , technology and innovative thinking to assist schools in telling their unique # SchoolStories . Tweet him @ SimonNoakes
Lisa Fatimah
As an Orton-Gillingham trained Learning Specialist , Lisa-Fátimah specializes in designing multisensory English and Spanish language development lessons , modifications and assessments for traditional and Dyslexic students . Her radio shows highlight the primacy of girls ’ education , bilingualism and world language acquisition for a global audience . Email : 1skyscholars @ gmail . com .
GUEST WRITERS
Maarit Rossi
Mrs . Rossi is a Math teacher , principal and CEO of Paths to Math Ltd . She was one of the top 10 finalists in the Global Teacher Prize 2016 . She is one of the Top Teacher Bloggers in The Global Search for Education by C M Rubin . Twitter : @ pathstomath . Under article : Website : www . pathstomath . com , Facebook : Paths to Math – Maarit Rossi and Twitter : @ pathstomath
Karen McGivern
Karen is an English teacher and a passionate believer in the benefits of Mindfulness . She has been experimenting with the ways in which it can enhance teaching and learning and wellbeing . She is also a keen Shakespearean , with an MA in Shakespeare and Education .
Robin Dada
Robin is the Dean of the College of Education at Zayed University , the first internationally accredited teacher preparation program outside of the USA . She has been in the UAE for sixteen years . Her research interests include science education , school and teacher leadership , and educational innovation .
Joe Fatheree
Joe teaches media production and innovation at the Effingham High School in Illinois , US . He is the recipient of several education awards . His fresh approach to teaching and learning made him a key contender and top 10 finalist in the Global Teacher Prize 2016 .
Graham Norris
Graham is presently a principal inspector in the Middle East . As HM Assistant Chief Inspector and Assistant Director , he created and led school inspection systems and improvements for Scottish education . Graham is a leading international specialist in transformational change for education services and school performance .
Christopher McDermott
Chris is a highly experienced educational professional , and has worked as a teacher and Principal in both primary and secondary schools . He has been a principal of outstanding schools in London and Dubai . Chris is currently the Founding Principal at Oaktree Primary School , Dubai .
Clive Davies OBE
Clive is the founder of Focus Education , a family-run organisation providing advice and educational support to schools in the UK , Europe and the Middle East . Website : www . focus-education . co . uk
Rachael Edgar
Rachael ’ s career in education spans over 17 years . She has taught in schools in the UK and the UAE . Rachael has held a variety of leadership roles for teaching and learning . She currently works for DESC , an outstanding school in Dubai and leads SPARK , a thriving not for profit professional development organisation .