The Well-being Classroom

#10 Can Games Enhance Learning? With Rachel Lu

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Rachel Lu, a visionary in game and experience design. Rachel creates immersive programs that engage participants in creative problem-solving, storytelling, and strategic thinking. With her expertise, she equips students and educators with tools to foster engagement, collaboration, and meaningful learning. We'll be diving into why games are such an important tool for student well-being, exploring how her innovative approaches cultivate dynamic environments where ideas flourish and skills develop. Welcome to The Well-being Classroom…

#14 Privilege or Neglect? With Aylssa Temple (Follow up from episode 9)

Welcome back to The Well-being Classroom for Part 2 of our vital conversation with Alyssa Temple. Last time, Alyssa shared profound understanding of the subtle yet significant impact of affluent neglect on student well-being. With her extensive background in supporting young people and training practitioners on crucial issues like mental health and safeguarding, Alyssa brings a wealth of practical knowledge. Today, we're building on that foundation, diving deeper into how the challenge of affluent neglect intersects with neurodivergent needs like ADHD and dyslexia. Alyssa will equip us with further strategies for educators and school leaders to provide holistic support, navigate difficult parent conversations, and foster true connection for every student

#9 Can Wealth Hide Neglect? With Aylssa Temple

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Alyssa Temple. With over 20 years of experience, first as a Specialist Harm Reduction Youth Worker and later as a Counsellor, Alyssa has trained hundreds of practitioners on tricky issues like mental health, safeguarding, and peer-on-peer abuse. She currently works in an international school, continues to provide clinical supervision, and coordinates the Southeast Asia School Counselling Network, which holds annual conferences. We'll be diving into her extensive insights into affluent neglect and its often-hidden impact on young people's emotional lives. Welcome to The Well-being Classroom…

#8 Is VARK Misleading Teachers? With Gareth Steed

Today, we welcome Gareth Steed, an experienced educator and passionate advocate for inclusive learning. He currently leads the counseling department at an international school. We'll discuss how to truly support student well-being by moving beyond debunked VARK styles to key research-based strategies, with Gareth sharing his valuable insights. Welcome to The Well-being Classroom…”

#7 How Can Literacy Enhance Well-being for Students?- Sania Green-Reynolds

In episode 7 we're joined by Sania Green-Reynolds, a visionary educator, bestselling author, and the founder of Lit Education & Publishing and the AI-Powered Literacy Collective. With her deep commitment to blending innovation with culturally responsive practices, Sania champions AI-integrated, literacy-rich classrooms. We'll be diving into the powerful connection between well-being and reading, exploring it through the lens of character development and value-based education. Welcome to The Well-being Classroom…

#6 What Are Inclusion Best Practices? - Soraya

Masters in Education, 14 years experience in leadership and inclusion. Multiple curriculums and an expert of the culture of the gulf region. Currently leading inclusion in her setting, Soraya has developed 5 effective ingredients for a successful school.

#5 Do You Understand What Students Want? With Dr. Helen Street

Today, we're joined by Dr. Helen Street, an education consultant with a background in applied social psychology and mental health. Known for her influential work on student wellbeing and motivation, including the 'contextual wellbeing' model, Helen is also a published author and co founder of the Positive Schools initiative.

#4 Is Health Overlooked in Child Protection? With Sian Jorgensen

by Sian Jorgensen, a seasoned child protection expert and founder of Encompass Safeguarding, a consultancy dedicated to providing safeguarding and child protection training to international schools and families. With 20 years of experience investigating abuse and supporting families internationally, she's here to discuss the latest developments in child protection and offer practical guidance.
Encompass Safeguarding: https://www.encompass-safeguarding.com
 

#3 Are We Failing Neurodivergent Learners in Schools? With George Cowie

George Cowie has dedicated his career to creating access and inclusion for disadvantaged learners. As the Director of Learning Support Asia, and with published research on autism and dyslexia, he's here to share practical tips for effectively working with our most vulnerable children, those with special educational needs or disabilities.

#2 Dr. Mary Pilant- Staff Well-being

Dr. Pilant specializes in cultivating collaborative and innovative learning environments. We'll be diving into her practical strategies for enhancing staff well-being, focusing on communication, servant leadership, and effective staff recognition.