Dr. Ilene Winokur
About
Dr. Ilene Winokur has lived in Kuwait since 1984 and is a professional development specialist supporting teachers globally including refugee teachers. Ilene has been active in learning innovation and ESOL for over 25 years, is an expert in professional development, and is passionate about narratives related to belonging. Prior to retiring in 2019, she was a teacher and administrator at the elementary and pre-college levels for 25 years. Her blog, podcast, and book focus on the importance of feeling a sense of belonging. You can connect with Ilene on Twitter @IleneWinokur and find links to her podcast and blog on her website: https://www.ilenewinokur.comSessions
Asset-Based Teaching Approach: Changing Perceptions to Create a Sense of Belonging more
Sat, Apr 30, 17:00-18:00 Asia/Seoul
We often hear about people who believe the glass is half empty or half full. Have you heard the glass can be refilled? How does changing our perception from a deficit mindset (glass half-empty) to an asset-based mindset (glass can be refilled) improve how we perceive our students and how they perceive themselves? What is an asset-based approach to education? All students need to be “seen” in classroom materials and find relevance in topics that connect with their interests to be engaged with the content. Lowering our expectations of students or having a deficit mindset influences how students think of themselves. This session will focus on an asset-based approach that emphasizes how to instill a sense of belonging in language learners by scaffolding new content, engaging students with classroom materials they relate to and are excited about, and providing edtech solutions that ensure inclusivity and acceptance of learning differences.
ELT Professionals for a Better World: Lives of Leadership and Service more
Sat, Apr 30, 14:00-Tue, May 31, 23:55 Asia/Seoul
In this 50-minute panel discussion, five esteemed female leaders in ELT, all nearing the end of their formal careers in education, will reflect on their respective paths. They’ll share stories of their growth as educators and leaders; look back on the decisions, motivations, and inspirations that shaped them; consider their own impact, including how their life’s work has contributed to improving the world; and offer thoughts, insights, and suggestions for future generations of leaders seeking to make their own mark in education–and on the world.
