62 episodes
Educators Going Global Audrey Forgeron and David Carpenter
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Our mission is to inform both veteran and aspiring international educators about working overseas - What it’s like and how it's changing, Where to find more information, Why "going global" is so attractive and How and When to work through the recruiting process. We do this via targeted episodes where we give informational interviews as well as sharing personal vignettes related to all aspects of international education. We work to tell the full story so you are really in the know about international schools. We invite you to travel, teach and connect with us!
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54. Where are They Now? Updates From No-Longer Newbies Mel & Cole, Tonya and Jessica
This was a special episode as we caught up with some of our previous guests who are finishing either their first or second year of international teaching. As expected, they had many lessons and tips to share! Tonya Busse joined us from Kingston, Jamaica. Jessica Simmons connected from Abuja, Nigeria. And Mel Idema and Cole Savage dialed in from Abu Dhabi. You can listen to their individual interviews if you missed them. Mel & Cole, a married couple in their second year were on for Ep...
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53. Mr. Data (But With a Human Touch!) - Meet Chris Smith and Learn to Embrace Educational Data
"Mr. Data, make it so" For the non-Trekkies out there, meet Chris Smith, academic data analyst.Chris joined us to speak about the importance of using data to improve multiple aspects of our schools. Through his 25 years in international education, Chris noticed schools and educators collecting data but seeming overwhelmed by it or needing help knowing what to do with it. So, he began coaching, teaching, and consulting with schools and educators to help them discover what...
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52. Longing for Belonging? Let Douglas Beam Help Point the Way!
We all -- students and teachers alike -- long to belong. Douglas Beam from Global Online Academy joined us to share his insights on the importance of working to build a sense of belonging for students in our schools. He also discussed his doctoral work on gender and sexual minorities in international schools. Douglas has been a teacher and leader in schools in Europe, Asia, and North America and currently works at GOA as the Associate Director of Member School Engagement. He has tau...
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51. When Kids are Part of the Equation: Recruiting as a Family, With Claire and Jamel
It is such a treat to reconnect with a former student and to discover where their life has led them. In this episode, we reconnected with Claire Gaul, a student from our Saudi days. Claire and her husband, Jamel, teach at their third international post, a school in China. They shared so many great insights that you might have to listen to the episode twice to take them all in!Claire is originally from California, and Jamel was raised in Alsace in a Tunisian/Algerian family. They enjoy t...
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50. Embodying Your Values: Meet Kam Chohan, Executive Director of ECIS
Can you feel the energy in the air? This was a zinger of an episode!Kam Chohan, the Executive Director of the Educational Collaborative for International Schools (ECIS), joined us for this episode. With a background in education and leadership, Kam Chohan is a learning leader who brings insight, wisdom, and compassion to the role. She demonstrates the ability to build meaningful, lasting relationships that contribute to personal and organizational development and improvement.Kam is a pas...
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49. Starting With the Man in the Mirror: Examining Our Practice With an Eye to Improving DEIJ - A Rich Conversation with Ken Shelton
Warning: Show contains critical amounts of meaty information! Ken Shelton joined us to discuss how schools can effectively design and implement new programs. He used DEIJ as a case study for managing the change process. Ken Shelton is an award-winning educator and international keynote speaker addressing critical issues from multimedia literacy to cultural intelligences to Artificial Intelligence. Ken has over two decades of experience and an MEd specializing in Ed Tech and New Medi...
Customer Reviews
Fantastic resource for international educators
Educator Going Global podcasts are inspiring, educational and fun! Guests share stories about living and working overseas. They share advice and strategies to help new and veteran educators and administrators make the most out of their time overseas. Thank you David and Audrey!
The Real Deal
As an international educator, it can be very daunting to find information about the international school sector and schools themselves. Educators Going Global sets the bar for what’s what and who’s who in our field. I listen to Audrey and David interview leaders and educators during my workouts and I end my runs and weight lifting sessions feeling inspired to develop my craft and contribute more to my school community. This podcast is for newbies to the profession and veterans alike. Whether you are looking for a new job, a fresh perspective, or trying a new role at your school, this podcast is for you.