- Environment: Pedagogical Architecture • Healthy Spaces • Trusting Non-Adversarial Relationships • Conflict Resolution
- Useful Learning: Instruction vs. Education • Competency-Based Education • Total Learning Competency and Feedback • Grading • Real-World Competencies
About the Conference
The conference is part of a series of international conferences held by Member Organizations of William Glasser International, Inc. around the world. This edition of the conference is set to present the concept of Quality of Life in the field of education and aims to share the best practices in "Educational Development", "Educational Leadership Performance" and "the development of an effective educational environment within learning institutions", centers and schools. This is carried out by presenting the best frameworks and practices of the Choice Theory as well as choice-based leadership frameworks and their methods of practice within educational bodies and institutions, particularly in the Arab region. This will be accomplished in collaboration with a number of experts within the William Glasser International Institute, Inc. Member Organizations in Canada, Colombia, Morocco and North Africa. Participants will be provided with resources, materials, and other supportive tools, which are all offered in both English and Arabic. During this conference, we will aim to present a serious systematic and pragmatic dialogue to broaden the horizons and provide options in developing the educational leadership within the Arab world. We will also work on exchanging experiences among all our participants. Our goal is to target the central mainstay for the development and improvement of nations: The Educated Person.
Establishing the scientific and practical foundations of Choice theory, and its applications in personal and educational development
Empowering the participants with the concepts and practices of Choice Theory in the field of education and leadership
Providing participants with the basics of applying Quality of Life in schools and in educational institutions
Presenting the frameworks of the educational leadership practices in the perspective of Choice Theory
Presenting the international best practices in applying Choice Theory and the concept of Quality of Life in schools and in educational institutions.
Education Programs’ Managers and Coordinators at the organizations.
Teachers and Education Providers.
Education Professionals.
Protection professionals.
Psychologists and Psychosocial Supporters.
Social Workers.
Individuals and leaders who are interested in personal development programs.
A certificate of attendance issued by William Glasser International in the field of “Quality of Life” in Educational Leadership.
Programme resources, materials and tools in both English and Arabic.
The conference will be conducted in two languages: English and Arabic.
Conference Schedule
Leadership Types • Behaviors that Destroy or Nurture Relationships • Scenarios from Different Points of View • Playing the Role of Administrator, Teacher, and Parent
From External Control to the Choice Theory • Psychological Needs as Motivators of Human Behavior • Comparing place • Behavioral System • Choosing Behavior • More Effective Control Mode • Process
Choice Theory Understanding for Professional Use • Self-Evaluation vs. Inspection • Relationship to Trusting Environment • Indicators of Success and Happiness • Performance and Continuous Improvement
System of Beliefs [Adaptation of Dilts Model] • Main Framework: The Window of Certainty • Reducing Fear and Its Implications for Learning • Conditions of Real Change • Success Connections
Designing Educational Youth Learning Experiences • The Personal Features of those Engaged in Innovative Learning Experiences.
Speakers
About the Speaker
Juan Pablo Aljure León
- Juan is recognised internationally within the Glasser community as an expert in systems thinking
- He offers the key elements that are required for organisations to move from linear to critical thinking and view the ‹system› as the prime mover of change
- He is a member of the teaching committee at WGI University
- He has an MA in Education (Educational Administration) and a Master of Science
- He holds a specialization in Environmental Resource Management
- He is certified in Deming›s Theory of Profound Knowledge, and Senge›s Fifth Discipline
- He is the director of the 1st internationally-recognised Glasser Quality School in Chía, Cundinamarca (Colombia)
- He is the recipient of an Award for School Design in Latin America, and the acknowledgement of Rochester School as a Leeds School
Dr. Jean Seville Suffield
- Jean has been involved in the choice theory, reality therapy, and leadership since the mid-80s, she serves as the senior faculty.
- She is Vice President of William Glasser International, Inc
- Author, presenter, trainer, and doctor of natural medicine and also serves as a quantum health and wellness coach.
- Her time in business and business administration in school systems, have provided her with expertise in the area of leadership and a clear understanding of systems.
Dr. Asmaa Al-Chroqui
- Asmaa is a certified trainer and researcher from the William Glasser Institute in the United States of America.
- She holds a doctorate and PhD in psychological Counselling
- An MA in Family Studies and specialises in counselling and Family Therapy
- She is also president of the William Glasser Institute in Morocco and North Africa
Mr. Ghiath Khlail Hawari
- Ghiath works in the field of individual and institutional strategies development
- He is a trainer and consultant in the fields of Leadership and coaching, and in designing innovative solutions for enterprises
- He works in Learning Design, and capacity-building solutions for leaders and entrepreneurs
- He has several initiatives in the field of leadership development in the Arab region
- He has established several programs, such as the Life Skills programme, “Soft Treasure to Build Female Students› Abilities”, in addition to the techniques of learning, personality-building, and design-thinking for educators
- He is the co-founder of the Educational Leadership Lab
- He is the head of William Glasser, Turkey
Dr. Rania AlSawalhi
- Rania holds a PhD in Educational Leadership from the University of Work
- She presently serves as an educational trainer and researcher, and keen on innovation,
- She possesses practical experience as a teacher, deputy director of academic affairs, and an international school principal
- She has a number of published research papers in the fields of leading reading clubs and the educational leadership and teachers training
- Rania conducts training courses and courses specialising in educational project development, in addition to the Values Educational Leadership - Innovative Free Education Initiatives.
Mr. Emad Boushnaq
- Emad is a young entrepreneur in the social, educational and business fields
- He is a trainer and speaker in the field of leadership, management, and personality- building
- He is a supervisor of several field projects in the Arab world in the areas of personality- building, responsible learning, and innovative educational leadership.
- Emad has developed several projects and programmes in the fields of leadership- building for youth, entrepreneurship, active personality, and start-ups
Registration
Registration Fees
650$
A certificate of attendance issued by William Glasser – Turkey, in the field of “Quality of Life”, highlighting the Glasser Quality School, in Educational Leadership.
Acquiring resources, materials and tools
Attending the conference at a five-star hotel with Two coffee breaks
Does not cover attendee’s travel or accommodation fees
Registration Details
Please register using the link on this page or via e-mail
Registration is to be secured after all fees are paid. A confirmation email will then be sent. Payers will bear the cost of bank transfers.
Cancellations are to be made only through an official email.
In case of cancellation:
- 20 days before the start of the conference, full registration fee will be refunded.
- less than 20 days before conference start date: 100% of the registration fee will be deducted.
- 20 days before the start of the conference, full registration fee will be refunded.
- less than 20 days before conference start date: 100% of the registration fee will be deducted.
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