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The recent growth of private schools around the world has been remarkable – especially in Asia. In this episode of “Sparking Genius,” we welcome Brantley Turner, Dwight Director of East Asia Programs and Co-Founder of Qibao Dwight High School in Shanghai. Together with our host Dianne Drew, Brantley shares insights into the rapid expansion of private education in Asia, exploring its implications, challenges, and the transformative potential it holds for the next generation. They also delve into topics such as teacher recruitment in international schools, the factors that lead parents to seek out international schools, and more. So press play and make sure you don’t miss this wonderful episode!
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Schools are more than places for learning - and students need support with their mental health in addition to their academics. In this episode of “Sparking Genius,” we welcome Grace Berman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, alongside Michael Haber, the Dwight Director of School Counseling. Grace and Michael share their experiences and strategies for enhancing the social and emotional well-being of students, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to education. Together with our host, Dianne Drew, they delve into challenges and solutions, discussing the crucial roles of parents, schools, and the students themselves in fostering resilience and growth. So press play and make sure you don’t miss this insightful episode!
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Over the past several years, a new way of learning has swept through the world: online learning. First, it was borne of necessity due to COVID lockdowns, but now it’s taken on a life of its own as a powerful teaching tool. So what are the biggest benefits of online learning? On this episode of “Sparking Genius,” host Dianne Drew speaks with Head of Dwight Global Online School, Louisa Childs, about the misconceptions about online learning, the limits of in-person-only systems, and strategies for making online learning even better in the future. You won’t want to miss this fascinating episode – so press play on this episode of “Sparking Genius”!
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Since the 1970’s when Dwight adopted the Diploma Program, we have recognized the significance and power of the International Baccalaureate curriculum for Dwight students and alumni. The IB program holds many benefits for students, teachers, parents and for schools – and on this episode of “Sparking Genius,” host Dianne Drew speaks with two guests who can expertly speak to those benefits. We hear from Nicole Bien, Chief Schools Officer at the International Baccalaureate Organization, and Marie Nieto, Head of Middle School Humanities at Dwight. Together, they discuss what makes the IB curriculum unique, what the exciting future holds for the IB, and much more. So press play on this exciting episode of “Sparking Genius”!
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There’s a core educational philosophy we embrace at all of our Dwight Schools worldwide that forms the foundation for everything we do: the “Spark of Genius.” It’s a passion or skill which we aspire to ignite in every child - and it’s the namesake for this podcast. On this episode of “Sparking Genius,” host Dianne Drew speaks with three guests who have unique perspectives on how students find and nurture their sparks. We hear from Vice Chancellor Blake Spahn about the origins of the ethos, Teacher Lesa Wang about personalizing students’ journeys in the classroom, and alumna Jada Morgan about how she found her own spark. This is an insightful episode you don’t want to miss – so press play on this episode of “Sparking Genius”!
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Since the founding of the first Dwight School in 1872, our mission to ignite the spark of genius in every child has never wavered — nor has our commitment to innovation. In our rapidly changing world, how can the latest advances in teaching and learning continue to be integrated into systems of education to ensure the best outcomes for students? On Sparking Genius, host Dianne Drew, Global Education Director of the Dwight Schools, sits down with leaders in the field and innovative thinkers to explore what the future of education holds and so much more. From in-depth conversation about the most cutting-edge topics to firsthand insights into how new strategies and fresh perspectives can inspire students like never before, this is one podcast you don't want to miss. So join us as the Dwight Schools Global Network takes the next step forward in our long history of leading the way in education — all while discovering incredible advances that will benefit the next generation of students and beyond. This is Sparking Genius.
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