Co-Agency
in the classroom
Discover the power of co-agency; learn routines that nurture student agency, and explore the connection between student inquiry & teacher agency
Course Description
Welcome to our Co-Agency online workshop, designed for educators who are passionate about fostering student inquiry and seeking new perspectives on teaching and learning. In this advanced course, we will dive deeper into the concept of co-agency, examining how the interplay between student and teacher agency can further enhance learning environments. Through reflective discussions, collaborative activities, and case studies, participants will learn innovative strategies, tools and routines to amplify co-agency in their classrooms. Be part of conversation to redefine agency in education and empower both students and teachers as co-creators of knowledge.
The Question We’ll Explore…
Testimonials
Meet the Facilitators
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School Leader, Consultant
Gareth has worked extensively in IB schools worldwide, as a PYP teacher, coordinator, and principal.
He is passionate about children's inquiry and empowering learners to become self-directed. Through his work as a consultant, Gareth has presented extensively to diverse audiences throughout Europe, Africa and Asia, positively impacting both students and teachers worldwide.
With a strong belief in constructivist teaching and learning principles, Gareth has designed and delivered transformative professional development for International Schools, the International Baccalaureate (IB), and worked on educational innovations with the Red Cross and UNICEF.
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Educator
Alex Papp is an educator whose passion and expertise revolve around recognizing and optimizing the intricate interplay between the cognitive, emotional, and social aspects of learning. From his years in the classroom, Alex has learned that professional learning must offer ready-to-use strategies AND challenge educators to engage in profound personal reflection on their philosophies and practices.
With a bachelor's degree in special education and primary education, as well as a master's degree in curriculum design, Alex's formal education serves as a solid foundation. However, it is his two decades of classroom experience that give Alex an authentic understanding of the true challenges teachers face.
