Welcome

Global Learning for an Open World (GLOW) Conference

Thank You

Attendees�Presenters�Volunteers�GLOW Leadership Team

• Innovation Consultant
• Co-Founder of the Global Education Conference Network & GlobalEd Events now called Actionable Innovations Global
• Director of Educational Technology
• Adjunct Faculty Member
• Apple Distinguished Educator
• Google Certified Innovator
• Technology Coach
• Middle School Computer Science Teacher
• Primary Grade Teacher

My Global Journey

2005 - Apple Distinguished Educator

2006 - ADE trip to Europe

2007 - Classroom 2.0 & Global Education Collaborative

2010 - The Global Education Conference

2012 - Global Education Day at ISTE

2015 - Global Collaboration Day

2016 - Global Leadership Week

2019 - Last Global Education Conference

2022 - The Global Learning for an Open World Conference (GLOW)

About Actionable Innovations Global

Actionable Innovations Global is a professional learning community that includes teachers, learners, school leaders, researchers, and other education practitioners interested in making teaching and learning more diverse, connected, sustainable, creative, and significant for everyone involved.

We connect and empower education-focused professionals worldwide through professional learning and networking opportunities. Our aim is to change the world by providing meaningful and impactful learning experiences for all learners in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

linktr.ee/actionableinno

GLOW 2022 by the Numbers

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• Approximately 1800 registrants from 97 countries
• Over 180 speakers presented approximately 145 sessions
• 12 partner organizations
• 20+ volunteers
• The average rating of sessions by attendees was 9.1
• The average time spent online at our event by attendees was 4 hours and 32 minutes
• Countries represented included Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Gambia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Liberia, Lithuania, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, the Netherlands, New Zealand, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, North Macedonia, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay,the Palestine Territories, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela, Vietnam, and Zambia.

Connect to Global Competence

Our conference seeks to provide concrete strategies for fostering global competence in students and teachers. These four pillars of global competence.

• Investigate the world
• Recognize perspectives
• Communicate ideas
• Take action��Resources�The Asia Society - Global Competence

OECD - PISA 2018 Global Competence

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This I Believe…

We need to reconnect.

We are not powerless.

Learning and collaborating across borders is essential.

Compassion and joy can fuel our work.

Our presenters have worked hard to share their expertise with you.

Prepare Ahead

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Review the schedule in advance and bookmark sessions that align with your interests.

Set goals for what you want to learn or achieve during the conference.

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Tips for Making the Most of GLOW

Complete Your Profile for Networking

Fill out your personal profile with a professional photo, clear bio, and your areas of interest.

A well-crafted profile makes it easier to connect with like-minded participants.

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Use Networking Tools Wisely

Leverage tools like Speed Networking, meeting invitations, and video calls to build meaningful connections.

Be purposeful with meeting requests—state your reason clearly and avoid overwhelming others with unnecessary follow-ups.

Avoid excessive meeting requests or sending repetitive messages.

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Explore All the Platform Has to Offer

Visit virtual booths, explore sponsor resources, and check out discussion forums for additional opportunities to learn and connect.

Be Interactive in Sessions

Engage in live Q&A, participate in polls, and contribute to the chat discussions.

Make note of ideas and actionable takeaways for later application.

Take Advantage of Recordings

Can’t attend a session live? Don’t worry! Catch up on session recordings to stay updated on all the insights.

Join the Conversation on Social Media

Use hashtags like #ExchangeOurWorld #GLOWedu #IEW #IEW24 #IEW2024 #globaledchat to share your thoughts and engage with other attendees.

Tag GLOW speakers and presenters to amplify their messages and start discussions.

Set Boundaries for Self-Care

With a packed schedule, don’t forget to take breaks to recharge and stay focused.

Take Notes and Reflect

With a packed schedule, don’t forget to take breaks to recharge and stay focused.

Spread the Word

Encourage colleagues and peers to register or follow the conference highlights to expand the global conversation around education.

Guided Tour and Questions