Tag: English

FREE Webinar! “AI Integration in Schools: Opportunities, Challenges and Strategies for Technology Integration” A live webinar with Britannica Education

Obeikan Education, in collaboration with Britannica Education, invites educators and school leaders to explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of learning.

This session will cover practical approaches to integrating AI into teaching and school operations, while addressing key challenges, ethical considerations, and implementation strategies.

Join us to gain actionable insights on how to adopt AI effectively and responsibly in your institution.

Tuesday 14 April 2026 7pm UAE/GST

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FREE Webinar! “Insight to Impact: Using Data, AI and Digital Tools to Power Progress Across the ELL Curriculum.” A live webinar discussion with Britannica Education

As international schools become more linguistically diverse, the challenge is no longer just supporting learners – it’s defining and measuring real progress across the ELL curriculum.

Although Al and digital tools offer powerful insights, they don’t always provide clarity on what data truly matters.

Join us live as, together with senior educators from across the globe, we will be exploring:

🔹How ELL progress is being assessed today
🔹Where the current gaps lie
🔹How technology can better support teaching and student outcomes

Thursday 23 April 2026 4pm UAE/GST

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FREE 45-minute Webinar! “Welcome to Widgit and Introduction to Widgit Online”

✈️ Travel to the world of Widgit and discover who we are and what we do.

😲 Experience what it may feel like to be a non-reader, and see how easy it is to create symbol-supported resources.

❓ Who should attend: Those new to Widgit and/or Widgit Online

You’ll learn how to:

🔹Create symbol-supported resources (including Dual Language)
🔹Adapt and personalise symbols
🔹Change colours, skin tones, and combine text
🔹Insert your own images

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FREE 45-minute Webinar! “Widgit Symbols Inspiration”

👀 Looking for fresh ideas on how to use Widgit resources?
🔍 Seeking inspiration for practical applications across diverse settings?

❓ Who should attend: Anyone

You’ll learn how to:

🔹Structure time and routines for a more organised learning experience
🔹Create smoother, less stressful transitions between activities
🔹Help learners recognise, manage, and express their emotions
🔹Support EAL (English as an Additional Language) learners with accessible resources
🔹Boost communication, literacy, and engagement in reading and writing
🔹Ensure inclusivity by making the curriculum accessible to all learners

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FREE Webinar! “Fluent Futures: How AI is Shaping the Future of English Language Learning Today.” A live webinar discussion with Britannica Education

Join us for a high-stakes live discussion exploring the immediate impact of AI on English language learning.

Take part in our live webinar on Tuesday 25 November at 1.00 PM GMT.

Topics will include:

– How AI can improve learning outcomes across all ages
– The opportunities and challenges of integrating AI-driven tech into classrooms and self-directed learning
– Embracing whole-school digital strategies
– What will the future of English language learning look like

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FREE! 2-hour CPD session “Beyond the Buzzwords: What Really Works in Schools” – 12 November ’25

🆓 FREE! 2-hour CPD session “Beyond the Buzzwords: What Really Works in Schools” 🆓

The session will be led by James Persechino, with potential for guest speakers based on experience on the particular topic.

The roundtable discussion topics will cover:
📌 Staff & Student Well-being
📌 Confidence and Success for Students in English Writing
📌 Digital Literacy Tools that actually work
📌 Parent Communication and Operations
🗓️ This event will be free of charge and will run as a breakout from GESS Dubai, at McGettigans World Trade Centre.
🍕 GEST Consultancy will provide limited food and drink tokens for attendees.

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FREE! Literacy Webinar – Sizzling Starts: The easiest way to improve students’ writing – 10 September ’25

🆓 Sizzling Starts: The easiest way to improve students’ writing 🆓

🎞️ What do Mission Impossible films, a convincing TED Talk and David Attenborough documentaries all do that makes them loved the world over?

🌟 They all begin with a white-hot Sizzling Start that hooks the audience.

🤩 In this fun hands-on masterclass, learn the simple secrets to Sizzling Starts and how they can delight, intrigue and seize the reader’s attention from the get-go.

⏱️ Experience our popular Five Minute Fast Starts activity first-hand – designed to get students thinking and writing creatively like never before.

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FREE! Live On-line Masterclass – Sizzling Starts: The easiest way to improve students’ writing – 29 May ’25

🆓 Sizzling Starts: The easiest way to improve students’ writing 🆓

🎞️ What do Mission Impossible films, a convincing TED Talk and David Attenborough documentaries all do that makes them loved the world over?

🌟 They all begin with a white-hot Sizzling Start that hooks the audience.

🤩 In this fun hands-on masterclass, learn the simple secrets to Sizzling Starts and how they can delight, intrigue and seize the reader’s attention from the get-go.

⏱️ Experience our popular Five Minute Fast Starts activity first-hand – designed to get students thinking and writing creatively like never before.

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FREE! Live On-line Masterclass – Sizzling Starts: The easiest way to improve students’ writing 26 May ’25

🆓 Sizzling Starts: The easiest way to improve students’ writing 🆓

🎞️ What do Mission Impossible films, a convincing TED Talk and David Attenborough documentaries all do that makes them loved the world over?

🌟 They all begin with a white-hot Sizzling Start that hooks the audience.

🤩 In this fun hands-on masterclass, learn the simple secrets to Sizzling Starts and how they can delight, intrigue and seize the reader’s attention from the get-go.

⏱️ Experience our popular Five Minute Fast Starts activity first-hand – designed to get students thinking and writing creatively like never before.

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