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.