2 WEEK MOBILITY PROGRAMME FOR TEACHER TRAINERS AND INSPECTORS
CREATIVE APPROACHES TO IN-SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAMMES FOR TEACHERS IN EUROPE
PROGRAMME
SUNDAY 04 MARCH
09:00 Arrive Heathrow
11:00 Arrive Southampton HOST FAMILIES ARE KINDLY REQUESTED TO MEET THEIR GUEST(S) AT THEIR POINT OF ARRIVAL
MONDAY 05 MARCH
09:00-11:00 Welcome & Introduction by Local Organiser, Stephen Kingdom . Presentation on International Study Programmes.
12:00-13:00 Walking Tour of historic Southampton
15:00-17:45 Lecture & discussion: The English Education System: The National Curriculum, Key Stages, Recent Developments & Current Issues with Mark Bagust, Deputy Head, Cantell Maths and Computing College (Comprehensive School )
TUESDAY 06 MARCH
09:00-13:00 Workshop: Motivation for Learning and Learning-to-Learn Skills and Examining the impact of new technologies on the Learning Process with Lucy Norris
13:45-16:15 Workshop: Motivation for Learning and Learning-to-Learn Skills and Examining the impact of new technologies on the Learning Process with Lucy Norris
20:00 Optional evening at The Standing Order pub, 30 High Street
WEDNESDAY 07 MARCH
9:30-15:00 DUIULEASA Simona, DUMBRAVĂ Nina, MOŢ Hortensia, BOLDEA Elena, VASILIU Liliana Day visit to The Romsey School Comprehensive School , ages 11-16) to participate in the school’s Continuing Professional Development Course. Observe lessons. Opportunity to ask the Executive Headteacher questions.
All other participants
10:30-15"00 Day visit to Havant Academy (Comprehensive School , ages 11-16))
Discussion with the Headteacher and Management Team including:
· The Management of the school; the role, responsibilities, decision- making powers, problems etc. of a Headteacher; funding;
· GCSE & other examinations;
· School Development, quality control & evaluation;
· Ofsted inspections (preparation, inspection, results, follow-up, effects etc.);
· The impact of new technologies on the learning process;
· Developing skills for life;
· The integration of special needs pupils;
· The organisation of extra-curricular activities;
· Managing pupil behaviour.
Tour of school. Observe lessons and opportunity for discussion with teachers
THURSDAY 08 MARCH
8:30-15:00 DUIULEASA Simona, DORGO Mădălina, BUICAN Maria, MARINCU Zina, VÂTU Snejana
Day visit to St Mark’s Primary School (ages 4-11)
Discussion with the Headteacher including:
· The Management of the school; the role, responsibilities, decision- making powers, problems etc. of a Headteacher; funding;
· The National Curriculum;
· School Development, quality control & evaluation;
· The impact of new technologies on the learning process;
· The integration of special needs pupils;
· Strategies for easing the transition from primary to secondary school
Tour of school. Observe lessons and opportunity for discussion with teachers.
All other participants
09:30-15:00 Visit to Itchen 6th Form College (ages 16-18)
Discussion with the Headteacher including:
· The Management of the school; the role, responsibilities, decision- making powers, problems etc. of a Headteacher; funding;
· A levels & other examinations;
· School Development, quality control & evaluation;
· Ofsted inspections (preparation, inspection, results, follow-up, effects etc.);
· The impact of new technologies on the learning process;
· Developing skills for life;
· The organisation of extra-curricular activities;
Tour of college. Observe lessons and opportunity for discussion with teachers.
FRIDAY 09 MARCH
09:00-11:00 Lecture & discussion: The Teaching of Modern Languages – The European Dimension
11:00-13:00 Opportunity to exchange experiences with educators of various European nationalities
14:00-17:00 Lecture & discussion on Schools Improvement & Quality Evaluation with Peter McNutt – Strategy Leader of Bournemouth Borough Council
SATURDAY 10 MARCH
09:15-09:30 Day visit to Winchester by rail Meet at Southampton Central Station, Commercial Road side Depart Southampton Central
0947 Arrive Winchester Guided walking tour of Winchester Visit Winchester Cathedral and the Cathedral Library (Winchester Bible)
17:08 Depart Winchester
17:44 Arrive Southampton
SUNDAY 11 MARCH
Free for individual research or Optional visit to Salisbury & Stonehenge
MONDAY 12 MARCH
09:00-12:30 Workshop on teaching at secondary level: Inclusivity with Dr Diana Hicks
13:30-16:30 Workshop on teaching at secondary: Creative ideas & activities for Motivating Mixed Ability Classes with Dr Diana Hicks
TUESDAY 13 MARCH
09:00-12:30 Workshop on teaching at secondary level: New ideas for motivating pupils through activities which engage their imagination & creativity with Dr Diana Hicks
13:30-16:30 Workshop on teaching at secondary level: New ideas for motivating pupils through activities which engage their imagination & creativity with Dr Diana Hicks
WEDNESDAY 14 MARCH
08:00-19:00 Day visit to Bath
10:15-14:45 Guided Walking tour of Bath
12:30-13:00 Depart central Bath by coach Visit Bath Spa University
17:30 School of Education (Culverhay Campus, Rush Hill). Lecture & Discussion on Continuing Professional Development in England and strategies for improving In-service Teacher Training with Philip Campagna, Senior Lecturer: Secondary PGCE in Modern Languages
THURSDAY 15 MARCH
10:00-15:00 Day visit to Fareham College (Vocational College ). Lecture & discussion: vocational Training in England , Vocational Qualifications, improving standards & quality in vocational education, job opportunities for young people & strategies to assist them in gaining employment Observe classes
20:00 Optional evening at Duke of Wellington pub, 36 Bugle Street
FRIDAY 16 MARCH
09:00-16:15 Discussions & presentations of portfolios. Assessment of competencies acquired during the mobility with Dr Diana Hicks
SATURDAY 17 MARCH
Depart Southampton
Depart Heathrow
HOST FAMILIES ARE KINDLY REQUESTED TO ACCOMPANY THEIR GUEST(S) TO THEIR POINT OF DEPARTURE