LEO Training & Professional Development Newsletter
Wednesday 21st April 2021
We hope you enjoy the latest edition of the LEO Training & Professional Development Newsletter.
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LEO Training and Professional Development Opportunities
LEO Academy Trust CPD Brochure for the Summer Term
Please take a look inside our LEO Academy Trust Summer term CPD Brochure to find out more about the CPD opportunities we have on offer this year. Please note that not all courses are available to book yet but you can save the date in your diary!
This brochure will continue to be updated across the academic year as booking forms go live and new courses are added.
CPD Spotlight!
Kickstart LSA Training
Thank you to Amy Carlile, Director of Training and Professional Development, for leading an informative session on building positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
During this workshop our Kickstart LSAs explored the skills needed for effective communication and top tips on how to build positive relationships in their new roles.
Participants came away with lots of practical examples to use in their new roles and are now looking forward to their next training session.
Publications, Vlogs, Blogs and News
How will we Live, Learn and Work in the Future? | Rethinking Education
In this first episode of Adobe's Rethinking Education mini-series, join Adobe Evangelist Dominic Traynor and Learning Futurist/Author David Price as they discuss the challenges and opportunities that the COVID-19 pandemic has unearthed, and the potential good that could come from school closures. Is now the perfect time to innovate and adapt the curriculum to match future demands?
See the video here.
The 5 Proven Learning Theories
Are you familiar with the names Piaget, Bruner, Dienes, Vygotsky and Skemp?
Join Dr Yeap Ban Har as he dives into the five core learning theories that form the basis of Maths — No Problem! Programme.
Click here to find out more.
Tips & Features for Teaching in a Hybrid Classroom
Check out these tips and tricks to create an engaging experience in a hybrid classroom.
Click here to find out more.
Curriculum + Pedagogy. And Sandcastles.
'From time to time you come across somebody saying Curriculum trumps Pedagogy – or is it the other way around? I’ve heard both. Usually the speaker is pretty confident in their assertion...
Click here to find out more.
EDUCATION: THE JOURNEY TOWARDS A DIGITAL REVOLUTION
Drawing on insights from across the world, today Oxford University Press launched a report that explores the short and long-term impact of the shift to digital learning and offers recommendations to ensure education is fit for the future.
Click here to find out more.
Staff Wellbeing at LEO
New Staff Wellbeing Guide
At LEO Academy Trust we seek to promote positive well being and therefore good mental health in every aspect of school life.
Our LEO HAPPY approach is under-pinned by NHS evidence that there are 5 steps to improve Mental Health and Wellbeing: Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning and Give. These 5 steps could help you to feel more positive and able to get the most out of life.
Please click here to view our brand new staff wellbeing guide.
LEO YouTube Page!
Have you subscribed to the LEO YouTube Page yet?
If you would like to engage in CPD opportunities at a time that is convenient to you then why not take a look at our LEO Academy Trust YouTube Page.
New training videos are added on a regular basis and there is already a bank of quality training materials for you to engage with today.
Make sure you subscribe today and click the bell to ensure you are kept up to date with all new additions!
Click here to find out more.
External CPD Opportunities
Literacy Library Presents...Growing Together: Building a Literacy Curriculum for the Future with author Nicola Davies
Date: 22/04/21
Time: 5.00pm-6.30pm
Cost: £20.00
Join CLPE for this special event being held on Earth Day where we explore how schools have used key texts to build effective cross-curricular learning.
Click here to find out more.
Digital Live - Evolving Education
Date: 26/04/21 - 29/04/21
Cost: Free
The theme for this interactive event is ‘Evolving Education’, where you will join with educators across the curriculum and industry experts to explore practical delivery ideas to support blended teaching and learning, and discuss key themes relating to the world of EdTech.
Click here to find out more.
Adobe Creative Cloud
Date: 27/4/21
Time: 4pm
Join former teacher and now Adobe Education Evangelist Dominic Traynor for a fun and interactive Adobe Creative Educator training session.
This course helps educators learn what creativity is, why it is important, and how to develop creativity in their students across subjects and grade levels, from young children through college students and adult learners.
Book via Eventbrite here.
Explore Powerful Learning Through Domestic Role Play
Date: 27/4/21
Time: 4pm-5pm
Packed with practical ideas, join this webinar to explore how to establish a high quality domestic role play area which reflects children’s personal experiences and will provide rich opportunities across all areas of learning in the EYFS and into Y1
Click here to find out more.
Interpretations of the phonics teaching and learning cycle
Date: 27/4/21
Time: 4pm-5pm
Cost: Free
How does your school approach the phonics teaching and learning cycle and is it achieving the best results?
In this free online session, leading phonics experts Abigail Steel and Debbie Hepplewhite will provide essential guidance on how you can implement a successful phonics teaching and learning cycle.
Ideal for NQTs, qualified teachers and Phonics Leads/Literacy Coordinators, the session will cover:
Click here to find out more.
Understanding Autism and Strategies to Support
Date: 28th April
Time: 9am-3pm
The course will cover:
*What autism is
*How this impacts on learning and the individual’s perception of the world
*Sensory differences
*Supporting understanding of emotions
*Strategies to support learning and processing
Cost: £120
Click here to find out more
‘Letter to my NQT Self’ Book Launch
Date: 28/4/21
Time: 6pm-7.30pm
Cost: Free
Join for an evening dedicated to Early Careers Teachers and mentors.
Click here to find out more.
Free Explore the Evidence: The Science of Learning: Dual Coding Theory session
Date: 20/5/21
Time: 4.00-5.30pm
The third part of the Explore the Evidence: The Science of Learning series focuses on the The Science of Learning: Dual Coding Theory.
Click here to book your place.
An Evening in the Early Years
Date: 10/6/21
Time: 5.30pm-7.30pm
Cost: Free
Nottingham Trent University, Institute of Education brings to you An Evening in the Early Years
Join the event and listen to 3 keynotes from @SwailesRuth @Valerie_JKD @JulieRKent as they share knowledge and practice in the EYs.
Click here to find out more and to book your place.
ONLINE COURSES
Professional Learning Opportunities for Educators
National Geographic’s free online courses for educators equip teachers with powerful tools to transform their classrooms. Through these courses, educators build their own skills and knowledge so they can foster the mindset of a National Geographic Explorer in their students. National Geographic online professional learning courses vary in their lengths and schedules so that busy educators can find a program that fits their needs.
Click here to find out more
Oxford Primary - Free Wellbeing Webinars
OUP have a selection of free webinars available to support schools with wellbeing.
Watch on demand and hear from experts including @AdrianBethune @ThinkAvellana & @MikeArmiger
Click here to find out more
Google for Education Events
Join Google for a series of Google Workspace for Education training sessions, which will explore the new Google Workspace for Education capabilities across Education Fundamentals, Education Standard, Teaching and Learning Upgrade and Education Plus.
Click here to find out more
Challenge Partners You Tube Page
Have you visited the Challenge Partners YouTube page yet?
Why not take a look today at the amazing range of webinars available on demand.
Click here to find out more
CPD Opportunities with LGFL
Check out the whole training portal for online training events which are included in your school's Let's Get Digital subscription and are therefore *free* for LGfL schools staff to attend.
Kahoot! Certified for Schools
Would you like to maximise learning with Kahoot!, explore deeper use cases, and create amazing moments for your pupils, no matter whether you’re teaching in class or virtually?
Then Kahoot! Certified for schools is just the thing for you!
Click here to find out more
Learn about the Google Certified Coach Program
Hit your #edtech skills out of the park by becoming a #GoogleEdu Certified Coach. The program empowers instructional coaches to work 1:1 with educators & drive impactful technology use in schools.
Click here to find out more.
Ready to expand your creative teaching skills?
Did you know the Education Exchange offers free professional learning courses, designed by educators for educators?
Digital Storytelling with Your Class
Create Digital Images with Your Class
Enroll now to learn how to use Adobe tools and how to pass on what you've learned to your students.
Click here to view all courses.
LEO Training Twitter Page!
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If you would like to stay up to date on all things training at LEO Academy Trust and beyond then make sure you follow @LEOtraining5 on Twitter.
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Keep up to date with what is happening at LEO training events as and when they are taking place.
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Would you like to feature in the next edition of this newsletter?
The breadth and diversity of professional development opportunities for staff across our Trust is something that we really value. If you would like to feature in our LEO Training & Professional Development newsletter, please get in touch with Amy Carlile, Director of Training and Professional Development (acarlile@leoacademytrust. co.uk), using Training Newsletter as the subject line.
