Collaborative Response: Conversation, support and progress
Kurtis and Lorna Hewson, authors of Collaborative Response, will offer a full-day workshop designed for school leaders in preschools and elementary schools. The workshop is intended for leaders seeking to strengthen collaboration within their schools and ensure continuous support for students, teachers, and other staff in the children's learning environment.
About Collaborative Response
Collaborative Response originated in Canada. Over the past three years, elementary schools in Breiðholt have been implementing this methodology. Evaluation of the implementation highlights that teachers felt CR enhanced teamwork and increased shared responsibility for students. School leaders reported that CR encouraged professional dialogue among teachers and supported the co-construction of knowledge around classroom practices. They also noted how the approach fostered cross-grade collaboration and utilized the professional strengths of the school staff. Importantly, their involvement in implementation enhanced their own student-centered leadership.
Workshop Focus
Participants will explore the core pillars of Collaborative Response. The workshop will include discussion on:
-
How CR supports the adaptation of the learning environment for students.
-
How it strengthens professional learning communities and cultivates a school culture that supports both student learning and teacher practice.
Additional Information
To learn more about Kurtis and Lorna Hewson, you can find information about them here.
The workshop will be conducted in English.
Participation fee: ISK 12,000
This includes refreshments, a light lunch, and a copy of the book Collaborative Response: Three Foundational Components That Transform How We Respond to the Needs of Learners.
Registration deadline: June 22
For further information, please contact Ingileif Ástvaldsdóttir, Adjunct Professor, Faculty of Education, University of Akureyri, ingileif@unak.is