Learning outcomes

This course is completely self-paced and allows participants to:

  • Reconnect aspirations and  access their internal sources of efficacy by taking time to pause and reflect on beliefs and identity

  • Use self-awareness tools (such as journaling and coaching tools) to deepen their teaching practice and find the internal resourcefulness to continue their learning journey beyond

Core Values

All the courses provided by no borders learning embrace the following core values and integrate these in the material and learning process:

  • Compassion

    Listening with an open heart with the genuine desire to help and make a difference in your learning.

  • Courage

    Taking risks by daring greatly, opening our mind to the possibilities and being ready to be vulnerable, to fail and bounce back, to let go and let come.

  • Empowerment

    Cultivating your sense of control and the feeling that you CAN and have an unstoppable determination to learn and grow.

Instructors

Education Consultant

Fanny Passeport

A 21st century learner, leader and invitational educator who believes everyone is able, valuable and possesses untapped potential for learning. She has 10 years of experience in international schools as a Director of Teaching & Learning, Technology Integrator and French Foreign Language Teacher (PYP, MYP, DP). She is an international Education Consultant and Founder of No Borders Learning. She received the Emerging Leader and the Young Outstanding Educator Awards from the International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE) and co-wrote the book “Stretch Yourself: A Personalized Journey to Deepen Your Teaching Practice”, with Caitlin McLemore, published by ISTE in 2018.

Educational Technology Consultant

Caitlin McLemore

Caitlin is an award-winning educational technology coach, author, and consultant (at Blank Crayon LLC) who implements innovative solutions to the challenges of teaching and learning in the digital age through transformative uses of educational technology.

Course description

. breathe . stretch . meditate .

Educators are experiencing great stress and pressure and often do not get the chance to pause and reconnect with their purpose to rejuvenate. This course will take you on an EdTech Yoga journey to breathe, stretch and meditate. We will connect our practice with the ISTE Standards for Educators and Students and share resources that you can use right away. This course is for educators who like reflecting and deepening their practice by refocusing on the purpose, taking risks (with caution) and reflecting into actions. The course may take you between 3-5 hours depending on your engagement in the reflective self-paced experiences and journaling exercises.

Course Content

  • 1

    Introduction

  • 2

    Module 1 - Breathe

  • 3

    Module 2- Stretch

    • Invitation to Learning

    • Inquiry

    • Exploring Content

    • Making Connections

    • Self-Reflection
  • 4

    Module 3 - Meditate

    • Invitation to Learning

    • Inquiry

    • Exploring Content

    • Making Connections

    • Self-Reflection
  • 5

    Conclusion

    • Invitation to Learning

    • Inquiry

    • Exploring Content

    • Making Connections

    • Self-Reflection

    • Self-Coaching Template

    • Book Information

    • End of Course Survey
  • 6

    Extra Resources

    • ISTE Standards for Educators (with reflective questions)

    • ISTE Standards for Students Video Playlist

    • ISTE Standards for Students

    • BAM Radio Authors Interview

Who is this course for?

The course is for PK-12 teachers who are starting in the profession or interested in reflecting about their practice.

Key material

Content to support you during the course and beyond.

  • Journal

    A reflective journal that allows you to embed mindfulness throughout the course. This supports you take intentional pauses to gain clarity.

  • EdTech Tools List

    We often spend so much time looking for a digital resource. The list of EdTech tools will help you go right to the resource you might need.

  • Self-coaching template

    The self-coaching template acts as a process that allows you to be intentional and focused when planning.

FAQ

  • When does the course start and finish?

    This is a self-paced course that starts as soon as you register and that you can access it for a month.

  • What do I need to be prepared?

    You need to have access to high-speed internet so you can easily watch the videos and access the material without problems. It is preferable to use a laptop/computer rather than a tablet or smartphone.

  • What are the pre-requisites for this course?

    There is no pre-requisites for this course other than having an open mind and the willingness to learn, possibly unlearn and relearn.

  • Will I get a certificate of completion?

    After completing the course material, you will be able to receive a course certificate.

  • What is your cancellation policy?

    Registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.