Upwards Convergence Journal : School improvement
170. Civic role of schools extends outside the gates (pt 1 in a series)
Posted on: 26th May 2023
Categories: Collaborative Learning Communities, Innovation, School improvement
In central London, the civic role of schools has been highlighted as a positive step towards pupil development.
The positive impact schools can have in the wider community is the subject of a recent report by Dr Katherine Vincent, ‘…
Read More158. The energy of a school’s ecosystem is there to be harnessed
Posted on: 13th January 2023
Categories: School improvement
The ecosystem within a school and the wider community needs to be effectively managed in order to maximise its potential.
In our approach to school improvement we describe how in order to take the correct course of action to bring …
Read More135. Horasis USA: Building on lessons learned from the pandemic
Posted on: 31st May 2022
Categories: Global update, School improvement, The future of education
The educational methods we use have evolved as a result of the pandemic. To move forward for the benefit of students it is necessary to view these changes constructively.
Perhaps the most pertinent question to be put before the Horasis …
Read More132. These studies in education could influence future policy
Posted on: 29th April 2022
Categories: Effective Knowledge Management Approach, Global update, School improvement, Sources of knowledge, The future of education, Upwards convergence
Two landmark studies examining the future of education have recently emerged, from UNESCO and the UK’s Department of Education. Both draw conclusions that should be analysed in the context of our own approach to educational improvement.
The ever-evolving nature of …
130. Global update: We’ve a lot of catching up to do
Posted on: 13th April 2022
Categories: Global update, School improvement
The second Global Update for Easter 2022 is brought to you by Amy Curry, Principal of Poltimore Elementary School in the Western Quebec School Board.
Amy says that Poltimore, a small rural school in Val-des-Monts, is adjusting to the relaxing …
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