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Festival of Inclusive Education

The power of personalised learning

9.00am GMT | 26th November

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There are so many different needs in each classroom. We have students with identified special educational needs, English as an additional language, as well as students performing above or below age-related expectations. No two learners are the same.

But teachers can't be everywhere at once, so how can we design an inclusive learning environment to cater for diverse learning needs?


Join us to explore:

  • How to provide effective and efficient support for different learning needs
  • How tech tools and AI can support personalised learning
  • How to implement a digital strategy in your setting
  • Why pedagogy-led technology is the way forward

Plus, hear success stories from teachers and students who are benefiting from personalised learning strategies.

Agenda

Designing for Diversity

The Power of Personalised Learning

In this keynote session, Dr. Shelley Moore will explore the changing concept of inclusion in education.

Rather than just including a few students who are different, we are moving towards teaching for all differences. This session will consider how we can integrate multiple inclusive frameworks to guide collaborative teams to design for diversity, rather than retrofit for deficits.

Dr. Shelley Moore will discuss how this approach can help educators create lessons that celebrate diversity and meet the needs of all pupils from the outset. Join us to learn how to create classrooms that recognise and build on each learner's strengths, fostering a truly inclusive environment for everyone.

Speakers

Dr. Shelley Moore
Teacher, Researcher, Consultant and Storyteller

Personalised Edtech

Supporting Diverse Learning Needs

The talents of different thinkers far outweigh the learning challenges that many experience. And, given the right tools, many of these challenges can be overcome.

In this session, we'll explore how edtech-enabled personalisation can support the wide and varied range of learner profiles in our classrooms.

Learning needs we'll cover include: specific learning differences (Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, Dyscalculia), disabilities (Visual Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Motor Impairments), English as an Additional Language learners, and students performing above or below age-related expectations.

Speakers

Al Kingsley
Educational Technology Advocate, Author and Speaker
Daniel Sobel
CEO and Founder of Inclusion Expert
Marcia Brissett-Bailey
Dyslexia Advocate and Champion, Thought Leader, International Speaker and Author
Amjad Ali
Teacher, Author, TEDx speaker, Trainer, Senior Leader and SENDCO
Danielle McKernan
Teaching and Learning Specialist, Texthelp

Why Pedagogy-Led Technology is the Way Forward

Join Dr. Fiona Aubrey-Smith for an insightful session to explore how PedTech (A pedagogy-first approach to technology) can support diverse learning needs in education.

Pedagogical technology refers to the use of digital tools and resources to enhance teaching and learning. In this comprehensive roundup, Dr. Fiona Aubrey-Smith will provide fresh perspectives and clear guidance on the integration of digital technology.

You will gain valuable knowledge and expert advice to bridge the gap between understanding what works and implementing it effectively for you and your learners.

Speaker

Dr. Fiona Aubrey-Smith
Founder of PedTech, Bestselling Author, Consultant Researcher

Personalised Learning

A Digital Transformation Journey

Join our panel discussion with teachers, educational leaders, and edtech experts to explore how technology can support diverse learning needs and profiles in primary and secondary education.

The session will highlight the importance of continuity from primary to secondary school, the benefits of starting early, and strategies for developing an effective digital strategy.

Gain practical advice on setting intentions, ensuring purposeful use of technology, and managing change to encourage adoption. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from real-life experiences and insights from the forefront of educational technology.

Speakers

Rachel Coathup
Customer Success Director, Texthelp
Ryan Elwell
Director, Digital Pedagogies and Online Safety Education
Phillipa Wraithmell
Award-winning Educator and Author
Tracey Catling
Digital Technology for Learning Lead at Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools

AI for Inclusion

Equity, Accessibility & Personalisation

This session will explore the integration of AI in education, with a focus on its impact on inclusivity via three key areas, equity, accessibility and personalisation.

Our expert panellists will delve into current trends and how AI tailors educational experiences to individual needs, while addressing challenges like data bias, accessibility, and socioeconomic barriers. We’ll examine how we can address these challenges, and positively highlight opportunities for AI to enhance personalised learning and equity for all students, concluding with actionable steps to foster an inclusive, AI-driven educational future.

Speakers

Ken Shelton
International Keynote Speaker, Educational Consultant and Author
Paddy McGrath
Head of Education Strategy, Texthelp
Dan Fitzpatrick
Bestselling Author and Educational Strategist
Rose Luckin
Professor, AI and Education Thought Leader, Author and Speaker

FAQs

  • Once you register, you’ll receive an email with a joining link. Don’t worry, we’ll remind you of this closer to the event taking place.

  • This event is dedicated to all educators who are passionate about inclusive education and the role of EdTech. From teachers, to SENCos and school leaders. (And everyone in between)

  • No. You do not need to download or install any software to take part. You only need to have access to the internet.

  • Yes, watch out for instructions on how to download your certificate in our post-event communications. 

  • We are committed to inclusivity. In fact, that’s why we chose streamGo as our event partner. They’re committed to accessibility and WCAG compliance too. However, if you have any accessibility issues or find the virtual environment distracting, or have any issues or questions, please reach out to intmarketing@texthelp.com. In addition, attendees will have access to captions for every session.

  • Yes. The event will be available on-demand for 30 days. Please sign up as normal to enable you to access the recordings.

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Here's what our attendees said last year

"That was fantastic, really made me think and I related so much."

Kerry

"Useful tools, strategies and ideas by putting students at the centre of learning decisions and opportunities."

Judith

"I want to thank all the speakers and everyone involved in producing such a great event."

Lucy

"Thank you so much. A lot of food for thought. I have some staff training coming up and I can already see how I'll be shaping it."

Natasha

"Such a thought provoking day, thank you. It's given me lots of arguments of why technology is the way forward to ensure inclusivity in our school."

Gemma

"A huge thank you to all involved for an interesting, informative and inspiring day. So many takeaways to take forward and help provide a better environment for all."

Bernadette