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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Onsite Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a Compass Education certification workshop\, hosted by Hong Kong Academy. \n  \nDescription\nAre you looking to build a culture of sustainability in your school? \nDo you want to empower your educators and equip them with tools for transformative learning? \nDo you want to support students with the skills they need to meet our current and future global challenges? \nThis 2-day workshop is designed by educators for educators. In this workshop\, participants will explore the concept of sustainability with a specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning. Educators will be equipped with a suite of systems thinking tools to enable them to help students develop the knowledge\, skills and dispositions necessary to participate in a complex and interdependent world. The course will be a mix of theory and practice; educators will see examples of these tools in practice and be invited to innovate and strengthen their lessons\, units\, and programs. \nWhether you are running a school\, facilitating a conversation in your classroom or working with young people in other contexts\, this course is for you! \n  \nWho should participate?\nEducators and program leaders who want to integrate sustainability education and system thinking into their teaching practice. It would also be of value to curriculum leaders and administrators interested in understanding what\nthe practical application of sustainability education looks like. \n  \nIn this workshop\, you will…\n\nDiscuss the imperative for sustainability education in a global context\nIdentify sustainability dispositions and examine their compatibility with your personal educational philosophy and institutional values\nUnderstand the relationship between sustainability and systems thinking\nExplore the educational uses of system thinking tools\nDiscover how sustainability habits of mind can be integrated into teaching and learning\nDevelop unit/lesson plans to include sustainability perspectives and systems thinking tools in your classroom\n\n\nWhat will you take away from this course?\n\nA practical understanding of sustainability and systems thinking\nPowerful conversations and practical analysis of your educational setting\nUseful tools that can be integrated into any curriculum and every class level\nAccess to our database of educator-sourced lesson plans\nProfessional networking with like-minded educators\nReceive a Compass Education Level 1 “Compass Practitioner” Certificate of Participation\nBecome eligible for  advanced learning opportunities and a pathway to becoming a Compass Facilitator\n\n\n  \nFacilitator\nTeresa Tung believes that great learning should support each child to know themselves\, understand the world\, and be joyful\, successful and contributing global citizens. Currently\, she is serving as the Secondary School Principal at Hong Kong Academy. With Compass Education since its inception\, Teresa has been developing materials and facilitating workshops for educators since 2009. Teresa has experience across international schools\, the International Baccalaureate\, and accrediting agencies CIS and NEASC on school development\, curriculum design\, student agency\, and Global Citizenship. Teresa holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters of Teaching from the University of Virginia\, as well as a Certificate of International School Leadership from the Principals Training Center and a Certificate of Corporate Innovation from Stanford Graduate School of Business. In her downtime\, Teresa is nourished by spending time with her family. \n  \nREGISTRATION\n  \n  \n   \nDownload Workshop Flyer\n  \nYou can find more information about this certification course ONLINE and ONSITE on our website. If you are interested and have questions\, please email us at team@compasseducation.org.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/level1-workshop-hka-dec2023/
LOCATION:Hong Kong Academy
CATEGORIES:Certification,Onsite Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20231120T200000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20231120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T062915Z
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SUMMARY:Middle East and Africa Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to another Middle East and Africa Compass Engagement Group virtual meet-up soon with those of you who have already been with us for previous meetups\, and the many new faces that have joined us through social media or word of mouth in the last couple of months. Please mark your calendars for our next meeting!\n\nThis month we will welcome Laurence Myers\, the K-12 Service Learning Coordinator at the American School of Dubai to our meeting. Laurence is a very active and inspiring regional sustainability leader that we have asked to share a little about his journey with us while we deepen our connections to each other\, Compass Education and the systems thinking tools\,  and our region.\n\n\nOur meet-up details: \nDate: Monday\, November 20 via Google Meet (we will also send you a Google Calendar invite for ease of joining)\nTime: 7 PM UTC+3 (Use this World time buddy site to find your time zone)\n\n\nWe look forward to this time with you all. Please help share our group with other educators who might be interested in being part of this sustainability community by passing along this sign-up form. If you have not done so yet\, please join our LinkedIn page: MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA and feel free to invite other colleagues as well.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/middle-east-and-africa-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-nov2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231106T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20231101T140608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T140608Z
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SUMMARY:The Americas Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce our upcoming The Americas Regional Engagement meeting. If you are already a member of the regional group\, please confirm your availability for our virtual meeting by clicking here –https://lnkd.in/gnfgGNj8 \nFor those new to the regional group\, kindly register here\, and we will promptly send you the meeting link. We look forward to your participation.\nhttps://lnkd.in/gU4sU7-A \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/the-americas-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-nov2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231218
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230308T021159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T025333Z
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SUMMARY:Systems Change for a Sustainable World: Becoming a Change Maker in Your Community (Online Course)
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to make systemic change in your community?\nHow can you move from making changes to strategizing for sustainable systems change?\nHow can you empower your students to create sustainable change in your school community?\nThis is a Compass Educator (Level 2) certification course\, designed for educators who have completed the Compass Practitioner (Level 1) course and want to learn more about how to create systems change in their community. \nThis course is a seven-week cohort-based\, asynchronous\, facilitator-guided course\, using both independent and collaborative learning methods. In this course\, participants explore the challenges and means of integrating sustainability values\, principles and practice into education. Special emphasis is placed on the use of systems thinking tools to bring about change and enhance teaching and learning. Systems thinking tools and methods will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to explore their practical application within their own subject disciplines and as agents of change for school transformation. \nChange-making and learning are both enhanced when working together with others! We highly encourage teams of teachers to sign up for this course together so that they can collaborate to deepen their learning and use it to create sustainable action plans they can implement together in their community. \nRegistration deadline: October 27 \nInquiries: team@compasseducation.org \nInfo & Registration\n  \n    
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/level2-online-course-oct-dec-2023/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Certification,Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231027
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230925T082605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T023421Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Schools Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 26 for Sustainable Schools Day – a day celebrating schools worldwide that are taking steps to integrate sustainability as a core value and practice in all aspects of a school community. \n  \nWays you can ENGAGE in this special day\n\n  \nContribute\nShare a 1-minute video\, a written response of less than 100 words\, or a piece of visual art responding to the prompt “What is your school doing to practice sustainability” on our Global Sustainable Schools Day Padlet! \n  \nLearn\nExplore examples from educators around the world who are working to integrate sustainability into their classrooms\, curriculum and communities by checking out our educator-sourced lesson and action plan databases + the live updates on the Global Sustainable Schools Day Padlet! \n  \nGrow\n\nGet a group of people from your school together to complete our brand new free Compass Education School Sustainability Self-Assessment Tool! It will help you reflect on ways your school community is moving toward being a more sustainable community and areas for growth to fully integrate sustainability as a core value and practice in all aspects of your community. We’re launching this tool on Sustainable Schools Day\, October 26. So get on the waitlist now and plan to get a group together on the day to learn and grow! \n  \nAdvocate\nDo you believe that all schools should be moving towards sustainability? Help make ‘Sustainable Schools’ Day an official UN holiday. Sign our change.org petition to show your support for creating a global conversation and celebration of Sustainability Schools.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/sustainable-schools-day/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231012
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230828T052736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T052736Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Onsite Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a Compass Education certification workshop\, hosted and sponsored by the Tri-Association. \nDescription\nIn this 2-day workshop\, participants will explore the concept of sustainability with specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning and engagement as global citizens. Educators will be equipped with a suite of systems thinking tools to enable them to help students develop the knowledge\, skills and dispositions necessary to participate in a complex and interdependent world. Whether you are running a school\, facilitating a conversation in your classroom or working with young people in other contexts\, this course is for you! \nWho should participate?\nEducators and program leaders who want to integrate sustainability education and system thinking into their teaching practice. It would also be of value to curriculum leaders and administrators interested in understanding what\nthe practical application of sustainability education looks like. \nIn this workshop\, you will…\n\nDiscuss the imperative for sustainability education in a global context\nIdentify sustainability dispositions and examine their compatibility with your personal educational philosophy and institutional values\nUnderstand the relationship between sustainability and systems thinking\nExplore the educational uses of system thinking tools\nDiscover how sustainability habits of mind can be integrated into teaching and learning\nDevelop unit/lesson plans to include sustainability perspectives and systems thinking tools in your classroom\n\nWhat will you take away from this course?\n\nA practical understanding of sustainability and systems thinking\nPowerful conversations and practical analysis of your educational setting\nUseful tools that can be integrated into any curriculum and every class level\nAccess to our database of educator-sourced lesson plans\nProfessional networking with like-minded educators\nReceive a Compass Education Level 1 “Compass Practitioner” Certificate of Participation\nBecome eligible for  advanced learning opportunities and a pathway to becoming a Compass Facilitator\n\nINFO & REGISTRATION\n  \nYou can find more information about this certification course ONLINE and ONSITE on our website. If you are interested and have questions\, please email us at team@compasseducation.org.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/level1-workshop-triassociation-oct2023/
LOCATION:Colegio Nueva Granada\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:Certification,Onsite Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231002
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230910T090139Z
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SUMMARY:Looking at Science Through the Lens of Sustainability and Systems Thinking at Toddle TIES 2023
DESCRIPTION:Cindy Chen and Teresa Tung will be presenting at the Toddle TIES 2023 virtual event on September 30 – October 1! Sign up for their sessions (details and link below) and join 50\,000+ educators from around the world over 2 days for 50+ sessions – all designed to grow your practice. Get your free pass now! \nSession: Sustainabilty Compass: Systemic Science Thinking (primary science strategy session) with Teresa Tung\nDescription: Kids are natural systems thinkers – an essential part of scientific learning! Students can inquire\, question\, and think like scientists when empowered with tools to investigate\, research\, and make connections. Join this session to discover a simple systems thinking tool – the Sustainability Compass – and learn how to elevate scientific inquiry across all primary years subjects. Experience this simple and highly effective tool through an interactive experience and generate ideas for applying it to your primary classroom.\nDate: September 30 (see schedule Day 1)\, 12 pm UTC+8 (70 minutes session) \nSession: Systems Science: Embracing Complexity & Building Sustainability Habits of Mind with Cindy Chen\nDescription: Looking at Science through the lens of sustainability and systems thinking explores the breadth and depth of our world. By unpacking perspectives\, learners deepen understanding\, build sustainability habits of mind\, and embrace complexity towards more impactful and sustainable solutions – and\, most importantly\, empower younger scientists/ youth leaders for a more just and sustainable world. Join Cindy Chen in this engaging session to explore the Sustainability Compass and the Systems Iceberg as a strategy for exploring and expanding understanding of sustainability in Science. Let’s build habits of mind and cognitive thinking skills with your students through these analytical and practical tools.\nDate: October 1 (see schedule Day 2)\, 12 pm UTC+8 (70 minutes session)
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/looking-at-science-through-the-lens-of-sustainability-and-systems-thinking-at-toddle-ties-2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230921
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
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SUMMARY:Partnerships for the Goals: Systems Thinking with Youths and Educators
DESCRIPTION:The International Conference on Sustainable Development (ICSD) provides a forum for academia\, government\, civil society\, UN agencies\, and the private sector to come together to share practical solutions to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year\, Compass Facilitators Cindy Chen and Kate Doré are sharing a poster on “Partnerships for the Goals: Systems Thinking with Youths and Educators” highlighting some of their experiences supporting youth in taking action to achieve the SDGs with Compass Tools. \nOpportunities to get involved: \n\nFree registration for the online portion\nSign up for the virtual conference\, including Cindy & Kate’s poster session. \nIf you want to attend the in-person conference it will be in New York City.\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/partnerships-for-the-goals-systems-thinking-with-youths-and-educators-virtual-poster/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231023
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20221115T140956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231022T115553Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Online Course)
DESCRIPTION:About the Course: \nThis course is a seven-week cohort-based\, asynchronous\, facilitator-guided course\, using both independent and collaborative learning methods. Participants will explore the concept of sustainability with a specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning. Systems thinking tools and methods will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to explore their practical application. Whether you’re running a school or facilitating a conversation in the classroom\, this course is for you! \nDiscounts are available for school cohorts registration of three people and more. Scholarships are available for public school educators and by application. \nRegistration deadline: September 1\, 2023 \nCourse info: https://compasseducation.org/compass-education-level-1-online-course/ \nInquiries: team@compasseducation.org
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/compass-education-level1-online-course-sept-oct-2023/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Certification,Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20230903T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20230903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230825T030022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T030022Z
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SUMMARY:Asia-Pacific Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Kate Dore (UNIS Hanoi) and Zhenying Liang (UWC Thailand) are excited to invite you to the upcoming meet-up on Sunday\, September 3 at 7 p.m. Singapore time (UTC+8) to get to know others in the region and begin the conversation about what is happening in our schools and organizations in the Asia-Pacific. In this meet-up\, we will be focused on Service Learning and Citizenship topic. \nWe would love it if you could join in to meet and share their stories and ideas. To get on our list for those virtual meet-ups please complete this form. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/asia-pacific-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-sept2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230821T044720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T045817Z
UID:19779-1693411200-1693422000@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Systems Thinking in Sustainable Education Workshop
DESCRIPTION:¿Cómo podemos empoderar a las escuelas y a los estudiantes para que sean los catalizadores de un mundo mejor? \n¿Cómo pueden los emprendedores\, fundaciones y escuelas trabajar juntos para inspirar soluciones colectivas\, equitativas y sostenibles a los desafíos que enfrentamos hoy en día? \nAsista a este taller práctico y aprenda herramientas que fomentan prácticas de pensamiento sistémico\, las cuales nos conducen a soluciones para un mundo mejor. \nINSCRÍBASE AHORA
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/systems-thinking-in-sustainable-education-workshop/
LOCATION:UNAM University\, Centro de Ciencias de la Complejidad (C3) UNAM\, Ciudad Universitaria\, CDMX\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230826T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230826T140000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
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SUMMARY:Middle East and Africa Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Britta\, Gullrukh and Michelena are excited about the upcoming meet-up on August 26 at 1 p.m. Dubai time to get to know others in the region and begin the conversation about what is happening in our schools and organizations in the Middle East and Africa. We have had many new sign-ups in our group since our last meet-up in May\, and we look forward to bringing together fellow regional systems thinking and sustainability enthusiasts\, teachers\, and leaders. \nWe would love it if all new members could join in to meet and share their stories and ideas. To get on our list for those virtual meet-ups please complete this form. \nWe are still one of the smaller regional groups\, but we are growing! You can help to grow our regional network and reach more educators who want to connect around systems thinking and sustainability. Here are 3 ways to help grow our network: \n\nRe-post this message with an invite to your network to join us.\nInvite your first-degree connections to join this group. (See the right side panel on our Engagement group page if you are already a member)\nEncourage others to add their contacts to Compass Education’s list\, by taking this survey: https://lnkd.in/eiiQdXx9\n\nTaking the survey in #3 will allow us to contact you for our regional meet-ups and other events. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/middleeast-africa-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-aug2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20230826T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20230827T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230810T034428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230810T034428Z
UID:19686-1693038600-1693153800@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Onsite Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a Compass Education certification workshop\, hosted by the International School of Phnom Penh. \nDescription\nIn this 2-day workshop\, participants will explore the concept of sustainability with specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning and engagement as global citizens. Educators will be equipped with a suite of systems thinking tools to enable them to help students develop the knowledge\, skills and dispositions necessary to participate in a complex and interdependent world. Whether you are running a school\, facilitating a conversation in your classroom or working with young people in other contexts\, this course is for you! \nWho should participate?\nEducators and program leaders who want to integrate sustainability education and system thinking into their teaching practice. It would also be of value to curriculum leaders and administrators interested in understanding what\nthe practical application of sustainability education looks like. \nIn this workshop\, you will…\n\nDiscuss the imperative for sustainability education in a global context\nIdentify sustainability dispositions and examine their compatibility with your personal educational philosophy and institutional values\nUnderstand the relationship between sustainability and systems thinking\nExplore the educational uses of system thinking tools\nDiscover how sustainability habits of mind can be integrated into teaching and learning\nDevelop unit/lesson plans to include sustainability perspectives and systems thinking tools in your classroom\n\nWhat will you take away from this course?\n\nA practical understanding of sustainability and systems thinking\nPowerful conversations and practical analysis of your educational setting\nUseful tools that can be integrated into any curriculum and every class level\nAccess to our database of educator-sourced lesson plans\nProfessional networking with like-minded educators\nReceive a Compass Education Level 1 “Compass Practitioner” Certificate of Participation\nBecome eligible for  advanced learning opportunities and a pathway to becoming a Compass Facilitator\n\nREGISTRATION\n  \nIf you are interested in getting more information about this workshop\, visit our website here or contact us at team@compasseducation.org.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/level1-workshop-ispp-aug2023/
LOCATION:International School of Phnom Penh\, Cambodia\, Cambodia
CATEGORIES:Certification,Onsite Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230717T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230711T083018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T083018Z
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SUMMARY:The Americas Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Caitlin Barnum and Mónica Zúñiga\, The Americas group leaders\, are thrilled to invite you to their second virtual meet-up on Monday\, July 17 at 4 pm Guatemala time (UTC-6). They can’t wait to see you all and have some exciting activities around action planning for the next school year. Don’t miss it! \nWe will share the Google Meet link and agenda with the registered members of the group soon. If you haven’t signed up yet\, please simply register here. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/the-americas-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-july2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230709
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20221115T140700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T141128Z
UID:17723-1687651200-1688860799@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Online Course)
DESCRIPTION:About the Course: \nThis course is a seven-week cohort-based\, asynchronous\, facilitator-guided course\, using both independent and collaborative learning methods. Participants will explore the concept of sustainability with a specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning. Systems thinking tools and methods will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to explore their practical application. Whether you’re running a school or facilitating a conversation in the classroom\, this course is for you! \nDiscounts are available for school cohorts registration of three people and more. Scholarships are available for public school educators and by application. \nRegistration deadline: June 23\, 2023 \nCourse info: https://compasseducation.org/compass-education-level-1-online-course/ \nInquiries: team@compasseducation.org
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/compass-education-level1-online-course-jun-jul-2023/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Certification,Online Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230526T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20230526T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230308T122943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T072731Z
UID:18422-1685091600-1685116800@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Compass Tools Workshop at American School of The Hague (Onsite)
DESCRIPTION:This event is a 3-part Introduction to the Compass Tools onsite workshop for teachers at the American School of The Hague (ASH)\, Netherlands. This workshop will be led by Tom McLean (Director of International School Debrecen\, Compass Facilitator). \n  \nAbout the Workshop \nThis flexible\, three-part program enables schools to efficiently and effectively introduce educators\, administrators and support staff to the fundamentals of sustainability and systems thinking. The process is designed to scaffold learners in systems processes through the introduction of two of the most important and useful systems thinking tools; the Sustainability Compass and Systems Iceberg. \n  \n\n  \nThis program is available on-site (one-day) or virtual (six hours) with flexible delivery in one to three-session formats. For further inquiries about this program and pricing\, visit our website or contact team@compasseducation.org.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/introduction-to-the-compass-tools-workshop-ash-onsite-may26-2023/
LOCATION:American School of The Hague
CATEGORIES:Introductory,Onsite Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230523T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230509T005926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T005926Z
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SUMMARY:Europe Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Lucy Thompson and Tim Scarrott\, Europe group leaders\, are thrilled to invite you to their first virtual meet-up on Tuesday\, May 23 at 7 pm London time (UTC). This first meet-up promises to be an excellent opportunity for us all to connect\, exchange ideas\, and explore our shared interest in systems thinking and sustainability. We will take the time to share our passion\, expertise\, and experience\, and collaborate on setting regional goals and timelines for the follow-up meetings. \nWe will share the Google Meet link and agenda with the registered members of the group soon. If you haven’t signed up yet\, please simply register here. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/europe-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-may2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230509T005538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T005538Z
UID:18931-1684771200-1684774800@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:The Americas Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Caitlin Barnum and Mónica Zúñiga\, the Americas group leaders\, are thrilled to invite you to their first virtual meet-up on Monday\, May 22 at 4 pm Guatemala time (UTC-6). This first meet-up promises to be an excellent opportunity for us all to connect\, exchange ideas\, and explore our shared interest in systems thinking and sustainability. We will take the time to share our passion\, expertise\, and experience\, and collaborate on setting regional goals and timelines for the follow-up meetings. \nWe will share the Google Meet link and agenda with the registered members of the group soon. If you haven’t signed up yet\, please simply register here. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/the-americas-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-may2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20230521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20230521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230504T012440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T013500Z
UID:18876-1684695600-1684699200@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Asia-Pacific Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Kate Doré and Zhenying Liang\, the Asia-Pacific group leaders\, are thrilled to invite you to their first virtual meet-up on Sunday\, May 21 from 7-8 pm Singapore time (UTC+8). This first meet-up promises to be an excellent opportunity for us all to connect\, exchange ideas\, and explore our shared interest in systems thinking and sustainability. We will take the time to share our passion\, expertise\, experience\, and collaborate on setting regional goals and timelines for the follow-up meetings. \nWe will share the Google Meet link and agenda with the registered members of the group soon. If you haven’t signed up yet\, please simply register here. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/asia-pacific-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-may2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20230513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230504T013658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T010155Z
UID:18879-1684000800-1684004400@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Middle East and Africa Compass Engagement Group Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Britta McCarthy\, Michelena McPherson and Gullrukh Rafiq\, the Middle East and Africa group leaders\, are thrilled to invite you to their first virtual meet-up on Saturday\, May 13 at 6 pm Dubai time (UTC+4). This first meet-up promises to be an excellent opportunity for us all to connect\, exchange ideas\, and explore our shared interest in systems thinking and sustainability. We will take the time to share our passion\, expertise\, and experience\, and collaborate on setting regional goals and timelines for the follow-up meetings. \nWe will share the Google Meet link and agenda with the registered members of the group soon. If you haven’t signed up yet\, please simply register here. \nWe welcome any suggestions or questions you may have and look forward to seeing you all soon!
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/middle-east-and-africa-compass-engagement-group-meet-up-may2023/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20230502T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20230502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230427T043038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T043038Z
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SUMMARY:Systems Thinking for Systems Change in Education
DESCRIPTION:Compass Education proposes to facilitate a workshop to foster sustainability mindsets within educators and learners through a simple\, engaging\, and transformative sustainability systems thinking pedagogy and toolkit. The workshop content will focus on challenging mental models to achieve ESD and how ESD can engage learners in thinking systematically about sustainability challenges\, as outlined in the UN SDGs. The activities modelled in this workshop will be versatile\, thus preparing webinar attendees to replicate them in their own formal or informal education setting to address ESD topics of their choice.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/systems-thinking-for-systems-change-in-education/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20230429T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Krasnoyarsk:20230501T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230309T025013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T025303Z
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SUMMARY:The Master Class: Sustainability AcceleratorPro Training
DESCRIPTION:Need an effective set of tools to support your sustainability work with your organization\, company\, stakeholders or clients?\nThis 3-day Master Class will provide participants with a suite of innovative\, proven tools\, techniques and stakeholder engagement\, and consultation processes that strengthen and Accelerate your own or your organization’s sustainability practice. \nThe Sustainability Accelerator is a comprehensive suite of professional tools for serious sustainability practitioners. Built on the architecture of our open-source VISIS Method — Vision\, Indicators\, Systems\, Innovation\, Strategy — Accelerator\nhelps you manage and streamline the complex and challenging demands of sustainability work. The Accelerator tools can support you\, your colleagues\, and your clients or suppliers during the whole sustainability journey\, from initial awareness-raising to training\, planning and implementation. \nTraining Info\nDate: April 29 – May 1\, 2023\nTime: 08.30 – 17.30 each day\nLocation: Local hotel in Hanoi\, Vietnam (TBC)\nContact: team@compasseduction.org\nFee: Early Bird price $550 (up until March 24)\nRegular price $600 (March 25 – April 25)\nRegister Here\nDownload Flyer Here \nWho should attend this training?\n\nVP/Director/GM/Senior & Middle level\nManagers\, Chiefs Officers\nCorporate Sustainability Manager\nCSR Managers/Staff\nCorporate Communications Managers\nBusiness Development Managers/Officers\nEntrepreneurs and Social Enterprise Directors\nSustainability Consultants\nAnyone interested in sustainability\n\nWhat will you get from participating in this training?\n\n21 hours of engaging discussion and interactive group work in designing an integrative sustainability program\nHard and soft copies of all workshop materials\nCertificate of completion (and the opportunity to be a licensed AcceleratorPro Toolset)\nExpanded network of like-minded professionals\n\nTopics Covered in This Training\nApplication of the Sustainability Accelerator Toolkit … \n\nStakeholder engagement and management\nCreating integrated indicator frameworks and indexes\nApplied system thinking to identify systemic relationships between indicators and leverage points for intervention\nInnovation development and strategic innovation diffusion\nHow to become an effective change agent and develop strategies for motivating others to adopt new sustainability thinking and systems\nLearn how to move diverse stakeholders to agree to move forward together on sustainable development initiatives\n\nAbout the Trainers\nRobert Steele is the founder/director of Systainability Asia\, a regional Sustainability Consulting and Training firm based in Thailand. Robert is one of the most experienced trainers in the theory and applications of the Sustainability Accelerator Toolkit\, with over 100 workshops and consultations under his belt. Robert specializes in the areas of indicator development\, systems thinking\, innovation diffusion\, organizational sustainability assessment and strategic planning. He consults with UNEP\, UNDP\, UNESCO\, ASEAN and several regional governments\, NGOs\, and private sector clients in the Asia-Pacific region. \nKate Doré is currently the MSHS Service Learning Coordinator at the United Nations International School in Hanoi\, Vietnam. She has been an educator for over twenty years\, working with learners of all ages both in and outside schools – and facilitating workshops with Compass Education since 2015. Kate holds a M.A. in Education focusing on curriculum\ndevelopment and science literacy; as well as postgraduate degrees in Business Management\, School Leadership\, and Sustainability Education. \nKate O’Connell is a seasoned education leader\, coach\, and speaker with nearly 3 decades of experience in education and sustainability. When coaching\, she uses her expertise in Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) Coaching\, systems thinking\, and change management to promote growth for good. She is recognized as a knowledgeable expert in the International Baccalaureate and Compass Education. She also leads workshops for Trust-Based Observations and enjoys speaking at conferences and events. \n  \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/the-master-class-sustainability-acceleratorpro-training-hanoi-2023/
LOCATION:Hanoi\, Vietnam\, Viet Nam
CATEGORIES:Onsite Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230529
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230308T015906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T021202Z
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SUMMARY:Systems Change for a Sustainable World: Becoming a Change Maker in Your Community
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to make systemic change in your community?\nHow can you move from making changes to strategizing for sustainable systems change?\nHow can you empower your students to create sustainable change in your school community?\nThis is a Compass Educator (Level 2) certification course\, designed for educators who have completed the Compass Practitioner (Level 1) course and want to learn more about how to create systems change in their community. \nThis course is a seven-week cohort-based\, asynchronous\, facilitator-guided course\, using both independent and collaborative learning methods. In this course\, participants explore the challenges and means of integrating sustainability values\, principles and practice into education. Special emphasis is placed on the use of systems thinking tools to bring about change and enhance teaching and learning. Systems thinking tools and methods will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to explore their practical application within their own subject disciplines and as agents of change for school transformation. \nChange-making and learning are both enhanced when working together with others! We highly encourage teams of teachers to sign up for this course together so that they can collaborate to deepen their learning and use it to create sustainable action plans they can implement together in their community. \nRegistration deadline: April 7 \nInquiries: team@compasseducation.org \nInfo and Registration
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/compass-level2-online-course-apr-may-2023/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Certification,Online Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230302
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20230123T054526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T024519Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Compass Tools: Systems Thinking for Sustainability in the Classroom (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:This event is a 3-part Introduction to the Compass Tools virtual workshop for individuals or teams of educators\, educational leaders and curriculum specialists from member schools of Tri-Association. \nDates: February 15 and 22\, March 1\, 2023 (5-7 PM USA Eastern Standard Time) \nWorkshop Fee: Free of charge for Tri-Association member schools \nFacilitators:  \n\nBritta McCarthy (Assistant Director of Learning at The Columbus School\, Compass Facilitator)\nKaren Virta (K2 English Teacher at the American School of Puerto Vallarta\, Compass Facilitator)\nNicole Swedlow (Executive Director of Compass Education\, Compass Facilitator)\n\nAbout the Workshop\nThis flexible\, three-part program enables schools to efficiently and effectively introduce educators\, administrators and support staff to the fundamentals of sustainability and systems thinking. The process is designed to scaffold learners in systems processes through the introduction of two of the most important and useful systems thinking tools; the Sustainability Compass and Systems Iceberg. The final session supports and encourages participants to put their learning into immediate practice in the design of a lesson or project plan. \nPart 1: Connecting with the Sustainability Compass (2 hours; week #1)\nThis session highlights a tool called the Sustainability Compass which engages us in systems thinking for sustainability – a way of looking at the world that emphasizes interconnectivity and interdependence. We will demonstrate ways\nthat this powerful tool can integrate into your teaching and learning plans to help learners think critically and deeply about the topics they study and our global community. \nPart 2: Deeper Learning with the Systems Iceberg (2 hours; week #2)\nThis session dives deep into using the Iceberg model\, a systems thinking tool designed to evaluate a problem or event by examining the root causes\, underlying structures and mental models that can trigger it. As we deepen our\nunderstanding we can develop new perspectives and more effective and sustainable solutions. \nPart 3: Action Planning and Curriculum Design (2 hours; week #3)\nWe will study examples of curriculum design in a broad range of topics\, age groups and subjects. You will be able to work independently or in small groups to design an action plan or curriculum plan to engage your students in systems thinking. \nREGISTER HERE\n  \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nDownload Flyer
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/introduction-to-the-compass-tools-virtual-triassociation-feb2023/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Introductory,Online Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230212
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20221228T122654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T121239Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Onsite Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a Compass Education certification workshop\, hosted by the International School Aberdeen. \nDescription\nIn this 2-day workshop\, participants will explore the concept of sustainability with specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning and engagement as global citizens. Educators will be equipped with a suite of systems thinking tools to enable them to help students develop the knowledge\, skills and dispositions necessary to participate in a complex and interdependent world. Whether you are running a school\, facilitating a conversation in your classroom or working with young people in other contexts\, this course is for you! \nWho should participate?\nEducators and program leaders who want to integrate sustainability education and system thinking into their teaching practice. It would also be of value to curriculum leaders and administrators interested in understanding what\nthe practical application of sustainability education looks like. \nIn this workshop\, you will…\n\nDiscuss the imperative for sustainability education in a global context\nIdentify sustainability dispositions and examine their compatibility with your personal educational philosophy and institutional values\nUnderstand the relationship between sustainability and systems thinking\nExplore the educational uses of system thinking tools\nDiscover how sustainability habits of mind can be integrated into teaching and learning\nDevelop unit/lesson plans to include sustainability perspectives and systems thinking tools in your classroom\n\nWhat will you take away from this course?\n\nA practical understanding of sustainability and systems thinking\nPowerful conversations and practical analysis of your educational setting\nUseful tools that can be integrated into any curriculum and every class level\nAccess to our database of educator-sourced lesson plans\nProfessional networking with like-minded educators\nReceive a Compass Education Level 1 “Compass Practitioner” Certificate of Participation\nBecome eligible for  advanced learning opportunities and a pathway to becoming a Compass Facilitator\n\nREGISTRATION
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/compass-level1-workshop-aberdeen-feb2023/
LOCATION:International School Aberdeen\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Certification,Onsite Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230327
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20221115T140306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T141214Z
UID:17721-1675641600-1679875199@compasseducation.org
SUMMARY:Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach (Online Course)
DESCRIPTION:About the Course: \nThis course is a seven-week cohort-based\, asynchronous\, facilitator-guided course\, using both independent and collaborative learning methods. Participants will explore the concept of sustainability with a specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning. Systems thinking tools and methods will be demonstrated and participants will have the opportunity to explore their practical application. Whether you’re running a school or facilitating a conversation in the classroom\, this course is for you! \nDiscounts are available for school cohorts registration of three people and more. Scholarships are available for public school educators and by application. \nRegistration deadline: February 3\, 2023 \nCourse info: https://compasseducation.org/compass-education-level-1-online-course/ \nInquiries: team@compasseducation.org
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/compass-education-level1-online-course-feb-mar-2023/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Certification,Online Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221204
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20221111T055505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221111T061207Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Compass Tools Workshop at International School Basel (Onsite)
DESCRIPTION:This event is a 3-part Introduction to the Compass Tools onsite workshop for teachers at the International School of Basel (ISB)\, Switzerland. This workshop will be led by our Executive Director and Compass Facilitator\, Nicole Swedlow. \n  \nAbout the Workshop \nThis flexible\, three-part program enables schools to efficiently and effectively introduce educators\, administrators and support staff to the fundamentals of sustainability and systems thinking. The process is designed to scaffold learners in systems processes through the introduction of two of the most important and useful systems thinking tools; the Sustainability Compass and Systems Iceberg. \nThis program is available on-site (one-day) or virtual (six hours) with flexible delivery in one to three-session formats. For further inquiries about this program and pricing\, visit our website or contact team@compasseducation.org.
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/introduction-to-the-compass-tools-workshop-isb-onsite-dec2022/
LOCATION:International School Basel\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Introductory,Onsite Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221124T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221124T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20221111T010047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221115T084001Z
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SUMMARY:World Cafe: A Conversation for School Community Members in Aberdeen
DESCRIPTION:How can educators work together towards a sustainable world?\nHow do we inspire students to become agents of positive change? \nHow do we know that we are having an impact and making progress?\nJoin us for a conversation with educators\, parents\, students\, community members and anyone interested in thinking deeply about how educators can collaborate to encourage student agency and hope in these challenging times. \nThe World Cafe method is a structured conversation format that encourages open and thoughtful discussions intended to support communication from multiple perspectives and surface collective wisdom. This conversation is intended to provide an opportunity for educators in the region to explore their interest in sustainability\, global citizenship\, student agency\, collective work and positive change. \nThis FREE event is hosted by International School Aberdeen and Camphill School Aberdeen\, and facilitated by Compass Education\, a non-profit global educator-led organisation that empowers learning communities to educate and act for a sustainable future. \nWhen: November 24 \n4 pm: Welcome reception\n4.30 – 6.30 pm: World Cafe activity \nWhere: International School Aberdeen (Pitfodels House North Deeside Road\, Aberdeen\, AB15 9PN) \nCost:  This event is FREE of charge \nRegistration: https://forms.gle/DHzo3gGvjXBkRzPw8 \n  \n       
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/world-cafe-aberdeen-nov-2022/
LOCATION:International School Aberdeen\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221113
DTSTAMP:20260603T232150
CREATED:20220831T032210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T124810Z
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SUMMARY:Compass Workshop for UK Educators 'Teaching and Learning for a Sustainable World: A Systems Thinking Approach'
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a special Compass Practitioner (Level 1) workshop for Educators in the United Kingdom (UK) sponsored by the Trust for Sustainable Living (TSL). \nDescription\nTrust for Sustainable Living (TSL) and Compass Education are partnering to connect educators in the UK region to resources and to empower them to create a more sustainable world. \nIn this 2-day workshop\, participants will explore the concept of sustainability with specific emphasis on the role of education and the use of systems thinking to enhance student learning and engagement as global citizens. Educators will be equipped with a suite of systems thinking tools to enable them to help students develop the knowledge\, skills and dispositions necessary to participate in a complex and interdependent world. Whether you are running a school\, facilitating a conversation in your classroom or working with young people in other contexts\, this course is for you! \nWho should participate?\nClassroom educators\, program leaders\, curriculum leaders\, heads of schools and educators who are based in the UK and seeking sustainability education credentials. \nWhat will you take away from this course?\n\nA practical understanding of sustainability and systems thinking\nPowerful conversations and practical analysis of your educational setting\nUseful tools that can be integrated into any curriculum and every class level\nAccess to our database of educator sourced lesson plans\nProfessional networking with like-minded educators\nReceive a Compass Education Level 1 “Compass Practitioner” Certificate of Participation\nBecome eligible for  advanced learning opportunities and a pathway to becoming a Compass Facilitator\n\n\nWORKSHOP INFO AND REGISTRATION
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/compass-level1-workshop-for-uk-educators-nov2022/
LOCATION:Trust for Sustainable Living Office\, UK\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Certification,Onsite Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20221109T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20221109T110000
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SUMMARY:Applying the Sustainability Compass to Navigate SDGs
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get your hands on tools that integrate sustainability into student learning?\n\n\n\nJoin the Green Educators and Compass Education team in a conversation about the Sustainability Compass model\, an extremely useful tool for educators to start educating for sustainability. Discover the model and how it can be used from the perspective of students\, teachers and the school leadership teams. With real-world examples to build off\, be inspired and ready to implement the model in your own learning environment – wherever you are in the world.\n\nThe Sustainability Compass is a powerful tool commonly used at Green School Bali. It ensures we as a school community look at sustainability in a holistic fashion. In this talk\, we will learn a little about the model\, and how it is used when discussing SDGs from the student perspective\, teacher perspective\, and within the leadership team. With real-world examples to build off\, we aim to leave our viewers inspired and ready to implement the model in their own learning environments everywhere.\n\nSpeakers :\n\nNoan Fesnoux (Green Educators Program Lead as Moderator)\nKate O’Connell (IB PYP and Compass Education Facilitator)\nDan McCloy (Head of Middle School)\nAngie Kilbane (Middle School Thematic and Literacy Teacher)\nGusde (Grade 11 Student)\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://compasseducation.org/event/webinar-applying-the-sustainability-compass-to-navigate-sdgs/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Webinar
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