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Lead, Learn, Connect – Join us at Engage Indonesia!

14 November 2024

Singapore School Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta

Step into the future of education at Engage Indonesia, Kognity’s in-person professional development conference designed exclusively for IB DP & IGCSE educators and school leaders. This is your chance to elevate your teaching strategies and unlock new insights through inspiring workshops, interactive breakout sessions, and thought-provoking keynotes. Plus, connect with like-minded professionals during our exciting networking social hour afterwards!

Don’t miss out on this transformative day of learning, collaboration, and celebration. We’re excited to welcome you!

Take a look at the agenda!

12:00 - 13:00

Registration & Coffee

Join us for Registration & Coffee between 12:00-13:00! This relaxed hour is the perfect chance to check in, settle in, and meet fellow attendees over a warm cup of coffee before we dive into the day’s sessions. Whether you’re arriving early or just before we begin, we look forward to welcoming you.

12:00 - 14:00

Kognity & Mr. Raj Thaosen

Lunch & Learn: Growth Mindset for Educational Leaders

Join us for a collaborative Lunch & Learn designed to empower school leaders with growth mindset principles and actionable strategies—all over a delicious buffet lunch! This session not only introduces growth mindset fundamentals and their impact on school culture but also creates a unique opportunity to connect with other leaders from the region. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to integrate these concepts into leadership and school-wide initiatives, leaving you inspired to foster resilience and motivation across your school community.

13:00 - 14:00

Mr. Sago Akbar and Mr. Arvin Bueno

Plenary: Managing Cognitive Load with Chunk Chew Check

In this evidence-informed session, educators will explore the Chunk-Chew-Check approach, a powerful strategy to help students manage cognitive load effectively. You’ll learn how to break down information into digestible parts (“Chunk”), create opportunities for students to actively process and reinforce concepts (“Chew”), and implement checks for understanding and retention (“Check”). Ideal for all subject areas, this session offers practical techniques to reduce cognitive overload, enhance focus, and improve learning outcomes in your classroom.

14:15 - 15:15

Mr. Per Wising

AI in Action: Teacher Insights on Adoption

Join us for an engaging conversation where educators come together to share their experiences with integrating AI tools into their teaching practices. Discover what has worked well and what challenges have arisen as teachers discuss innovative strategies, lesson enhancements, and practical applications of AI in the classroom. This collaborative session will provide valuable insights and foster a supportive community for navigating the evolving landscape of educational technology.

14:15 - 15:15

Dr. Daniel Hyde

Strategic Project Planning for Middle and Senior Leaders: Getting Approval for Your Dream Project

This session equips middle and senior leaders with strategic project planning skills to turn ambitious ideas into actionable plans that gain approval. Participants will learn effective techniques for presenting their projects, aligning proposals with school priorities, and securing support from decision-makers. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for your “dream project” and insights to drive impactful change within your school community.

14:15 - 15:15

Mr. Gareth Rogers

From Gimmick to Groundbreaking: Maximising digital technologies

This session is designed for educational leaders eager to explore innovative technologies and for teachers reflecting on effective strategies for integrating these tools into their teaching practices. Participants will discuss how to leverage digital technologies to enhance learning experiences and outcomes, ensuring that technology serves as a powerful ally rather than a hindrance in the educational process.

14:15 - 15:15

Mr. Guru Charan Kumar

Unlock ESS Paper 2: 5 Powerful Essay Structure Hacks

Discover five actionable strategies to enhance your students’ Paper 2 essays, effectively address essay questions, and elevate their writing to achieve top scores. Learn how to frame answers for 4, 7, and 9-mark questions, ensuring clarity and precision in every response.

This session will support you to:

– Equip your students with effective learning methods that they need to tackle essay questions in the ESS paper exam
– Implement essay question structures that make their responses more coherent and impactful
– Apply proven techniques to help students meet and exceed the grading criteria for ESS essay questions

15:30 - 16:30

Mr. Vipul Gupta

IB Business Management Internal Assessment: An Overview and Best Practices

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the IB Business Management Internal Assessment (IA). We will break down the key components, expectations, and best practices for guiding students through the IA process. Educators, including myself, will leave with actionable insights on how to effectively support students in selecting topics, conducting research, and structuring their reports to meet IB standards.

15:30 - 16:30

Mr. Alex Van De Sompele

Digital Strategies for Success: Fortifying Student Engagement with Kognity

This dynamic, interactive session will showcase effective digital strategies for enhancing student engagement using Kognity. Participants will delve into Kognity’s comprehensive digital learning ecosystem, focusing on the powerful connection between its IB-aligned intelligent textbooks and formative assessments. We’ll explore practical, real-life applications of these tools to create consistent and meaningful student engagement.

Educators will discover how to harness data-driven insights to personalize learning, promote active participation, and deepen students’ understanding of complex concepts. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with practical, actionable strategies to boost student motivation and accountability through the innovative use of Kognity.

15:30 - 16:30

Ms. Elizabeth Alwi

CAS for Growth: Enhancing Wellbeing through Creativity, Activity, and Service

CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) is a vital component of the IB Diploma Programme, shaping students’ personal growth and overall wellbeing. In this session, we’ll dive into why CAS is essential, examining its positive influence on students’ emotional resilience, social connections, and personal fulfillment. Using real-world examples from the British School Jakarta, we’ll explore how CAS activities foster holistic development, offering insights and strategies to enhance student wellbeing through purposeful engagement and meaningful experiences.

15:30 - 16:30

Mr. Bernard Harina, Mr. Bren Julaton, Ms. Nurul Purbarani

Transitioning from IGCSE to IBDP: Strategies for Enhancing Scientific Inquiry and Research Skills

This session is designed to support Science educators in bridging the gap between IGCSE and IBDP science programs. Explore practical strategies for fostering scientific inquiry and strengthening research skills to ensure students transition smoothly into the rigorous demands of IBDP.

16:45 - 17:45

Mr Dwi Ashari and Mr I Putu Eka Yoga

Metacognition in the Classroom

In this interactive workshop, participants will explore effective strategies to help students develop metacognitive skills, enabling them to plan, monitor, and evaluate their learning. Through engaging discussions and practical activities, educators will discover how to foster a reflective mindset in students, empowering them to take ownership of their learning journey and improve academic outcomes.

16:45 - 17:45

Mr. Gareth Rogers

Kognity Cognition: Myths, Truths and Cognitive Science

Dive into the science of learning with this session for teachers and leaders, exploring widely-held myths and truths around cognitive science and its application in education. Through evidence-based pedagogy, we’ll uncover what truly drives effective learning and discover how Kognity’s platform integrates these principles, supporting students with tools grounded in cognitive science. Walk away with strategies to enhance learning in your classroom with Kognity.

16:45 - 17:45

Ms. Andi Elisa

Beyond the Right Answer: Nurturing TOK Thinkers in Every Classroom

This session explores how educators can cultivate TOK-style thinking across all subjects. It focuses on practical strategies to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and open-minded discussions in the classroom. Participants will learn techniques to seamlessly embed TOK principles, encouraging students to be more reflective and engaged in their learning.

17:45 - 19:00

Kognity

Networking Social Hour

We will wrap up the day by enjoying light refreshments together, where we can connect, share ideas, and build lasting professional relationships. We look forward to seeing you there!

Discover Why Engage Indonesia is a Must-Attend Event

Level Up Your Teaching:

Walk away with actionable strategies and practical tools to enhance your daily teaching practice and boost student success.

Build Lasting Connections:

Collaborate and exchange ideas with fellow educators throughout the day, and cap it off with a fun, complimentary networking social hour in the evening with snacks and beverages.

Inspire and Empower Your School:

Discover fresh ideas to spark student engagement and create an environment where learners can thrive—bringing inspiration back to your classrooms!

Planning to travel to the conference?

Below are three recommended hotels that are near the conference location. Additionally, please find information below on Indonesia’s visa procedure and how we can support.

Ozone Hotel Jakarta

10 minute drive to conference

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Mercure Jakarta Pantai Indah Kapuk

17 minute drive to conference

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Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue

10 minute drive to conference

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Indonesia's visa information

Traveling and need visa support? Please fill out this form to receive a letter of participation.

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Empower Your Growth Through Learning & Connecting

Check out these highlights from past Engage events and get a glimpse of the excitement, inspiration, and connections awaiting you at Engage Indonesia!

  • This professional development conference was my first, and what high standards it has set for the future. I was honestly blown away by how wonderful and truly helpful each session was. It was such a pleasure to meet all of you, and I am really looking forward to implementing everything we learnt during the event!

    Nargis Meghii on Linkedin

    Head of IB English & EE Coordinator

Where Pedagogy and Technology Meet

Engage by Kognity is your go-to learning hub for forward-thinking educators, offering certified professional development and unparalleled networking opportunities. Dive into immersive hands-on sessions, subject-specific workshops, and thought-provoking keynotes that will empower your teaching and help you harness the best of pedagogy and technology.

This fully complimentary conference, hosted by Kognity—the all-in-one curriculum-aligned teaching and learning platform—offers a unique chance to enhance your skills and connect with peers. Plus, don’t miss our exclusive networking social hour to wrap up the day in style!

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today!

 

 

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