Keith and I went with our colleague, Sam, to TEDx Ed HK in June. We were pumped since we watch so many TED Talks on youtube and each one has incredible insight on various topics. This event focused on education, which was a bonus for us teachers.
We only arrived about 45 minutes prior to the event, yet no one was there. We were quite confused but were happy to get such close-up seats and to meet several teachers while waiting as people starting showing up. When the event started, it was a full-house! They even had a second floor for people to watch on a big screen.
The event started at 10am and ended at 4:30pm. There were 4 segments with a break for lunch and about 13 speakers. I had to leave early so only managed to listen in on the morning discussions. Topics were varied but the most memorable included 'Making Sense'- one on special education/ positive life education; 'Creativity, Rhythm, and Education'- on how to use music and rhythm while integrating subjects and improving self-esteem; and 'Learning on the Road'- on a traveler who biked across continents and shared his unique learning experiences.
I would love to attend another one of their events in the future! It was more than professional development, but a time for sharing one's own personal experiences and innovative ideas.
We only arrived about 45 minutes prior to the event, yet no one was there. We were quite confused but were happy to get such close-up seats and to meet several teachers while waiting as people starting showing up. When the event started, it was a full-house! They even had a second floor for people to watch on a big screen.
The event started at 10am and ended at 4:30pm. There were 4 segments with a break for lunch and about 13 speakers. I had to leave early so only managed to listen in on the morning discussions. Topics were varied but the most memorable included 'Making Sense'- one on special education/ positive life education; 'Creativity, Rhythm, and Education'- on how to use music and rhythm while integrating subjects and improving self-esteem; and 'Learning on the Road'- on a traveler who biked across continents and shared his unique learning experiences.
I would love to attend another one of their events in the future! It was more than professional development, but a time for sharing one's own personal experiences and innovative ideas.