Most of the time when I’m reading about the qualities and skills a great leader needs, the focus is on the leader themselves rather than the needs of the people they lead. And while I often subscribe to what is said, I think sometimes it pays to shift the focus. This Gallup report I recently read about the four needs…
I’ve just spent two days at Addington Raceway as one of the sponsors of the Canterbury Primary Principals Association 2021 leadership conference. I always enjoy an opportunity to reconnect and share ideas with so many passionate educators from the Waitaha region and beyond in one place. Entitled ‘Sowing Seeds for the Future’, the conference themes were Equity and inclusion, Futures,…
The best digital tools are the ones that encourage students to create, collaborate and showcase their learning in a new way. We want to encourage students to think about which tool is best for what task; merging digital literacy skills (safe, efficient and effective use of digital tools) with critical thinking, problem-solving and understanding what is the appropriate tool to…
One of the real joys I have had over the past month of lockdown has been watching my own children, as well as teachers and leaders right across New Zealand, try new things. We’ve also tried some new things at Learning Architects which has been fun. It’s also been a great way to prototype new solutions. Although it’s had its…
In a rapidly changing landscape, leaders are inevitably presented with complex challenges. How quickly we adapt and how effectively we communicate is crucial at such times. With NZ's move from Level 3 to Level 2 about to become a reality, one particular challenge for schools and businesses is how to quickly set up measures that ensure they meet the Ministry…
