https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i en-us 2021-10-14 05:36:59 UTC 2022-06-21 08:11:35 UTC hello@padlet.com acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/1867040243 Working with the art department and some sixth form students I am completing a project which will be displayed in a corridor of the school. This project combines Art with Biology and is inspired by an installation I have seen in a Science Museum. I am hoping to complete this with the help of sixth form students as it would also aid in their CAS progress.]]> 2021-11-04 09:59:39 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/1867040243 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/1867065840 I organised the Stage 4 competition for IB students. The theme of this competition was 'Evolving beyond the athletic limits of the human body'. This involved creating a project for all year 12 students to take part in over 2 days, with aspects from all group 4 subjects embedded within.]]> 2021-11-04 10:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/1867065840 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/1867071480 I have worked with the social media team to create exciting Science posts to be shared on the school Instagram. Moving forward I will explore new ideas and create more posts to raise awareness for the school and the department.]]> 2021-11-04 10:19:36 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/1867071480 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073359130 I have been liasing with department heads in order to show them the potential for VR within their lessons. This includes demonstrating the power of VR to them and showcasing some of the apps or games I have highlighted that I feel would benefit the learning in that department. This has been received well and department leads have agreed there is a place for VR in the classroom.]]> 2022-03-02 11:12:52 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073359130 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073361328 I was awarded a VAA award in the 'agile' category, specifically for 'risk-taking'. This commented on my willingness to take risks in lessons and try out new learning techniques, demonstrations or platforms where possible.]]> 2022-03-02 11:14:29 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073361328 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073365232 I visited the PwC Academy and Experience center to discuss with them the potential and limitations of using VR in the classroom. This involved discussions around how the company uses VR themselves for areas like developing soft skills, team building or modelling, as well as discussions of the potential obstacles of VR in the classroom. This experience was extremely beneficial and allowed me to gain valuable experience with groundbreaking technology that could be used in the classroom.]]> 2022-03-02 11:17:44 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073365232 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073376542 I have been creating STEAM Resources for the department to be used for Year 8 classes. The topic theme is sustainability and I will link this where possible to Borneo as there is a school trip taking place to this location. These lessons focus on sustainable development goals and the impact these are having on Borneo. This includes lots of practical work such as making bioplastics.]]> 2022-03-02 11:27:03 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2073376542 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2226576811 I attended an Astronomy Teacher's Workshop at the Dubai Astronomy Center. The aim of this workshop was to explore how Astronomy is implemented across the entire school and how it can be embedded in all lessons; not just Science. This session allowed me to explore how a partnership with the Astronomy Center could be fruitful and beneficial to Astronomy students. This could include trips, workshops, guest speakers and using the facilities of the center.]]> 2022-06-21 08:06:54 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2226576811 acoulston_wis1 https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2226581153 I have arranged for an Augmented Reality workshop to take place in school from an external company. This session will explore how AR can be used to enhance classroom teaching. Using iPads and 12 students from year 8 we were able to use the latest in AR technology to improve our learning. This gave me an insight into how technology can enhance a curriculum and be embedded moving forward.]]> 2022-06-21 08:11:35 UTC https://padlet.com/acoulston_wis1/dbg69i7xjnyvth8i/wish/2226581153