東華文澤學(xué)校第一期家長(zhǎng)學(xué)院于11月30日?qǐng)A滿結(jié)束。活動(dòng)反應(yīng)熱烈，當(dāng)天參加工作坊的家長(zhǎng)們都表示獲益良多。透過(guò)小組討論和互動(dòng)環(huán)節(jié)，他們學(xué)了如何支持子女的學(xué)習(xí)和個(gè)人發(fā)展。

　　Our first Parent University was successfully held on Nov 30th. Parents who attended the event had a fruitful and inspiring morning. They have learned how to support their child’s learning and development through discussions and interactive activities during workshops.

　　家長(zhǎng)學(xué)院的使命

　　The Mission of TWIS Parent University

　　工作坊開始前，總校長(zhǎng)Arturo Ruelas和校長(zhǎng)Ann Gaillard向孜孜不倦、前來(lái)尋求新知識(shí)、新見解、新技能以培養(yǎng)孩子成才的家長(zhǎng)們致上歡迎辭。

　　Before the workshop started, Head of Schools Mr. Arturo Ruelas and Principal Ms. Ann Gaillard gave a welcome speech to parents who came to seek new knowledge, understanding and/or skill to help their child succeed.

　　總校長(zhǎng)Arturo Ruelas

　　Head of Schools Mr. Arturo Ruelas

　　“我們希望通過(guò)賦予家長(zhǎng)知識(shí)、資源和服務(wù)以支持他們的孩子成為積極并自律的學(xué)習(xí)者，豐富學(xué)生的教育有助于他們達(dá)到較高的成就。”

　　“We hope to enrich the education of students so that they can achieve at the highest levels by empowering the parents with the knowledge, resources, and services to support their children in becoming active, self-regulated learners.“
 

　　為何IB是的課程?

　　Why is IB the leading curriculum?

　　IB課程為學(xué)生面對(duì)將來(lái)不確定或復(fù)雜的機(jī)遇和挑戰(zhàn)做好準(zhǔn)備。校長(zhǎng)Ann不僅從教育者的角度解釋了IB對(duì)學(xué)生的好處，更從家長(zhǎng)的角度解釋了IB的好處。

　　Ann分享了她的大女兒Gabrielle的成功故事，她是一個(gè)典型的IB畢業(yè)生，體現(xiàn)出多元豐富的經(jīng)歷和她的遠(yuǎn)見卓識(shí)。

　　IB curriculum prepares students for the opportunities and challenges of a very uncertain or complex future. Ms. Ann explained the benefits of IB for students not merely from the point of view as an educator, but even more significantly from the point of view as a parent.

　　She shared the success story of her eldest daughter Gabrielle, a typical IB graduate who reflects diverse experiences and perspectives.

　　校長(zhǎng)Ann Gaillard

　　Principal Ms. Ann Gaillard

　　"自2015年從IB學(xué)校畢業(yè)后，Gabrielle在法國(guó)一所優(yōu)秀的商學(xué)院就讀。在學(xué)習(xí)的同時(shí)，她開始了自己的生意，定制二手牛仔褲夾克，較近更被邀請(qǐng)到紐約的時(shí)裝周展示她的作品。她目前正在比利時(shí)一所商學(xué)院修讀碩士學(xué)位，并將前往上海復(fù)旦大學(xué)完成碩士課程。”

　　“After graduation from an IB World School in 2015, Gabrielle joined an excellent business school in France, while studying, she started her own business, customizing second-hand jeans jacket and was recently invited to New York’s pre-fashion week to present her collection. She is currently finishing her master’s degree in a top business school in Belgium, and as part of the program, she will be going to Fudan University in Shanghai.”
 

　　TWIS IB教師

　　TWIS IB Teachers

　　四位經(jīng)驗(yàn)豐富的IB教師應(yīng)邀在研討會(huì)上分享他們的專業(yè)知識(shí)。

　　Four experienced TWIS IB teachers were invited to share their specialized knowledge in workshops.

　　(從左到右)Cherie老師，PJ老師，Sebastien老師和Vivienne老師。

　　(From left to right) Ms. Cherie, Mr. PJ, Mr. Sebastien, and Ms. Vivienne.


 

　　工作坊

　　Workshops

　　參加工作坊的收獲是什么?

　　家長(zhǎng)們從TWIS家長(zhǎng)學(xué)院學(xué)到了什么?

　　我們?cè)诨顒?dòng)結(jié)束后，收到家長(zhǎng)們寶貴反饋。請(qǐng)閱讀以下的家長(zhǎng)感想，了解他們對(duì)家長(zhǎng)大學(xué)的看法。

　　What are the key takeaways from the workshops?

　　What parents have learned from TWIS Parent University?

　　We have received valuable feedback from parents after they attended the event. Read our parent reviews below to see what they say about Parent University.
 

　　幫助子女在家自主閱讀的有效方法

　　Practical ways to support your child’s reading at home

　　家長(zhǎng)感想：

　　Parent Reviews：

　　“Cherie老師的工作坊讓大家都能實(shí)踐應(yīng)用的。我學(xué)會(huì)了和孩子們一起讀書的7個(gè)策略，并且認(rèn)識(shí)了很多在線閱讀資源。”

　　“Ms. Cherie’s workshop was so hands-on and practical. I’ve learned the 7 strategies to read books with my children and get to know a lot of online reading resources.”

　　——– 周小姐 Ms. Zhou

　　“在這個(gè)工作坊上有很多互動(dòng)和學(xué)習(xí)的機(jī)會(huì)。我被Cherie老師的演講吸引住了，特別是當(dāng)她讀故事的時(shí)候。她展示了父母如何鼓勵(lì)孩子養(yǎng)成良好閱讀習(xí)慣的較佳方式，這讓我反思自己是如何陪孩子一起閱讀的。”

　　“Lots of interaction and learning in this workshop. I was drawn to Ms. Cherie’s presentation especially when she was reading the story. She demonstrated the best way of how parents can encourage good reading habits of their children, and this has made me reflect on how I spend my time reading with my child.”

　　——– 黃小姐 Ms. Huang
 

　　大學(xué)申請(qǐng)：通往充滿機(jī)遇的世界

　　University Application: The Pathway to a World of Opportunities

　　家長(zhǎng)感想：

　　Parent Reviews：

　　“像大多數(shù)父母一樣，盡管我的孩子還在上初中，我就開始擔(dān)心他們規(guī)劃。研討會(huì)上提出了一些有用的建議，幫助我為孩子們提前做準(zhǔn)備。”

　　“As most parents do, I worry about my children’s higher education even they are still in middle school. Useful advice was given at the workshop to help me prepare my children in advance.”

　　——– 李小姐 Ms. Li

　　“Sebastian 老師詳細(xì)解釋了申請(qǐng)大學(xué)的過(guò)程，并比較了五個(gè)主要國(guó)家對(duì)留學(xué)生的大學(xué)入學(xué)要求。現(xiàn)在我更清楚地知道在選擇大學(xué)時(shí)需要考慮哪些因素。”

　　“Mr. Sebastian explained the process of university application in detail and compared the university entry requirements in five major countries for international students. When I left the workshop I was clear about what factors I need to consider in choosing a university.”

　　——– Jeffineer小姐 Ms. Jeffineer
 

　　數(shù)字公民素養(yǎng)和互聯(lián)網(wǎng)安全之 家長(zhǎng)篇

　　Digital Citizenship and Internet Safety for parents

　　PJ Montalla 老師主持

　　Presented by Mr. PJ Montalla


 

　　家長(zhǎng)感想：

　　Parent Reviews：

　　“這一節(jié)課寬闊了我對(duì)數(shù)字化教育的認(rèn)知，例如如何保護(hù)我的孩子免受網(wǎng)絡(luò)欺凌。PJ老師的課內(nèi)容涵蓋廣泛，從網(wǎng)絡(luò)隱私到網(wǎng)絡(luò)安全的重要性。”

　　“This session opened my mind to a better understanding of digital parenting, like how to protect my child from cyberbullying. Mr. PJ covered a lot of ground from online privacy to the importance of network security.”

　　——– 李先生 Mr. Li

　　“PJ老師準(zhǔn)備的材料很詳細(xì)，我知道如何和我的孩子們一起制定家庭網(wǎng)絡(luò)規(guī)則。畢竟，做重要的是與孩子們良好溝通和互相尊重。”

　　“The materials prepared by Mr. PJ are detailed, I know how to set the house internet rules with my children now. And after all, it’s all about good communication with children and mutual respect.”

　　——– 匿名參與家長(zhǎng) Anonymous workshop participant
 

　　在IB世界學(xué)校如何教授中文?

　　How do we teach Chinese in IB World Schools?

　　家長(zhǎng)感想：

　　Parent Reviews：

　　“我覺(jué)得這工作坊內(nèi)容豐富。使我更好地認(rèn)識(shí)了IB課程，還有PYP/MP/DP的教學(xué)目標(biāo)。小組討論真的很棒，幫助我清楚地思考了IB與傳統(tǒng)教育的區(qū)別。”

　　“I found the workshop very informative. It provided me a better understanding of the IB curriculum, and the teaching and learning objectives of PYP/MP/DP. The small group discussion was really great and helped me to think clearly about the difference between IB and traditional education.”

　　——– 張小姐 Ms. Zhang

　　“馮老師IB中文教育方面認(rèn)知廣泛并專業(yè)。我了解到一所IB學(xué)校的課程設(shè)計(jì)，同時(shí)相信探究性學(xué)習(xí)能提高學(xué)生學(xué)習(xí)語(yǔ)文的興趣。思辨能力的發(fā)展是國(guó)際學(xué)校對(duì)語(yǔ)文教學(xué)的精髓。”

　　“Ms. Vivienne has a wide breadth of knowledge and expertise in IB Chinese education. I get to know the curriculum design in an IB school and believe the inquiry-based learning method can raise students’ interest in learning Chinese. The development of critical thinking is the essence of teaching and learning Chinese in an international school.”

　　——– 黃先生 Mr. Huang