Promoting International Mindedness Workshop Recommendations

Barcelona, Spain
Workshop Leaders: Richard van de Lagemaat, Dinos Aristidou

“All of the activities were thought provoking and it was good to have a balance of theory type sessions with interactive ones. I picked up some good teaching strategies that I can implement in my classes. The workshop leaders were enthusiastic, passionate and willing to listen and incorporate the ideas and comments of the group.”

Joanna Nowicki, Sevenoaks School, United Kingdom

“All sessions were useful. The presenters modelled the approach they promoted - i.e. presentations were varied in style and fast paced. They were paced with practical suggestions which were useful to students, teachers and the wider community.”

Jason Ward, Pechersk International School, Kiev, Ukraine

“The workshop had a good combination of conceptual/ theoretical an practical activities. I’m keen to return to school and start working with my colleagues. I’ve got plenty of ideas.”

Martin Waanders, Rome International School, Italy

“ll sessions were useful. Both presenters were able to get everyone involved in the tasks. The location, Barcelona was brilliant. Thank you!”

Virginia Ques, Ermitage - International School of France

“All the sessions were very good with clear sequential links that enable reflection and connection. Theory was take and applied to practical strategies. The two workshop leaders were excellent and complemented each other well.”

Nataly Miorin, Hautlieu School, Jersey, United Kingdom

“Both presenters were very good and committed. I really liked the different ways of approaching the sessions and the fact that they didn’t just make speeches, but made us active learners. I am going to use many of their exercises in my class.”

Bettina Hoyrup, Struer Statsgymnasium, Denmark

“Thank you very much for the nice workshop.”

Canan Harmanci, Ozel Bilkent Lisesi, Turkey

“Both workshop leaders were very dynamic and showed their understanding and knowledge of the topic through their presentations and anecdotes. Thank you for putting this workshop together.”

Liezel de la Isla Alemany, International School of Prague, Czech Republic

“The workshop was a great starting point for a variety of processes and purposes. The workshop leaders were dynamic and good communicators, open to discussion.”

Jesus Alemany Carretero, International School of Prague, Czech Republic