Pathway to Progress: Empowering Educators for Today’s Classrooms: Full Schedule

Pathway to Progress: Empowering Educators for Today’s Classrooms

2025 ELSA France Annual International Conference for Educators

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9:00am CET

Definitions and Differences; Common Speech and Language Disorders in Children FULL

Saturday March 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:15am CET

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This talk included a brief run through of all the common speech, language, fluency and reading disorders in children. It will go through definitions and then what these difficulties look like in the classroom, some simple strategies on how to help and details on how to help your students and their families to access Speech and Language Services in France.

Target audience: Preschool and early primary school teachers, special educators

Speakers

Marie Robert

Speech and Language Therapist, Orthophoniste

Saturday March 15, 2025 9:00am - 10:15am CET
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SEN, Primary

Audience Primary, Early Years

10:45am CET

Dive into Dyslexia FULL

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm CET

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This talk will include definitions of what dyslexia is (and isn't) and discussion of an important model explaining how we neurologically learn to read. You'll learn about risk factors, common and less common signs of dyslexia, common comorbidities and what it will really look like in the classroom. We will talk about immediate things you can do to help dyslexic learners in the classroom and the class also includes a case study of a bilingual dyslexic child during 2 years of therapy.

Target audience: Preschool and early primary school teachers, special educators

Speakers

Marie Robert

Speech and Language Therapist, Orthophoniste

Saturday March 15, 2025 10:45am - 12:00pm CET
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DIVERSE LEARNING, Primary

Audience Primary

1:00pm CET

Informing Thinking and Provoking Action Around the UN Sustainable Development Goals FILLING

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm CET

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We can contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by informing thinking and provoking meaningful action with our students toward creating a more equitable and sustainable world. By integrating the SDGs into the curriculum, schools can inspire students to critically examine global challenges such as poverty, climate change, and inequality, while encouraging them to take initiative in addressing these issues. Integrating the SDGs not only enriches the curriculum but also empowers students to become proactive, solution-oriented individuals prepared to impact the future positively. We can guide our learners toward becoming global citizens who champion sustainability and equity.

Speakers

Tim Black

Primary Teacher

Tim Black is an experienced elementary years educator working in Grade 3 at Marymount International School in Paris. With experience in the UK, France, and Asia, Tim is a National Geographic Certified Educator and TeachSDGs ambassador. Keen to re-imagine education and innovate, Tim... Read More →

Saturday March 15, 2025 1:00pm - 2:15pm CET
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GLOBAL EDUCATION, Primary

Audience Primary

2:45pm CET

Developing an Explorer Mindset FULL

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm CET

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Developing an explorer mindset in students is crucial for equipping them to navigate and address the complex challenges of the modern world. Teaching students to become explorers develops curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity, enabling them to seek knowledge and engage deeply with the world around them. When empowered, students can investigate global issues, explore diverse cultures, and analyze environmental challenges, all while developing the problem-solving skills necessary to make a positive impact. By nurturing this mindset, we can empower students to become thoughtful, informed, and innovative leaders of tomorrow.

Speakers

Tim Black

Primary Teacher

Saturday March 15, 2025 2:45pm - 4:00pm CET
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GLOBAL EDUCATION, Primary

Audience Primary