Maha Thabet

Session Summary:

Effective teacher development is the cornerstone of educational excellence, yet many institutions struggle to create training programs that translate into measurable classroom impact. This session explores evidence-based approaches to teacher training that move beyond one-size-fits-all professional development to create personalised, sustainable growth pathways for educators. Participants will examine how to design comprehensive teacher development ecosystems that integrate mentoring, peer collaboration, technology-enhanced learning, and reflective practice. The session addresses creating cultures of continuous improvement where teachers feel supported to take risks, innovate, and grow professionally while maintaining high standards of student achievement. Join this session to:

 

• Create evidence-based professional development that directly improves classroom practice and student outcomes through targeted, measurable interventions

• Establish peer mentoring networks and professional learning communities that sustain teacher growth beyond formal training sessions

• Develop individualised growth plans that address diverse teacher needs, career stages, and subject specialisations while maintaining system-wide coherence

• Create assessment frameworks that evaluate training impact on teaching quality, student engagement, and academic achievement to ensure continuous program improvement

Speakers

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  Emily Folorunsho | Manager – Secondary - Aldar Training Academy

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  Reiko Nakauchi | Founder & Global Education Innovator - Sora International Preschool

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  Dr. Reem El Hassan | Trainer of School Principals, Lecturer, & Former Chairperson - MUBS University

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  Maha Thabet | International Trainer & French Teacher - The Orthodox school Amman

Categories

• Innovative Teaching Methods
• Leadership and Professional Development

Session Summary:

An electrifying and interactive experience that empowers educators to think creatively and generate innovative ideas. SCAMPER (Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to Another Use, Eliminate, Rearrange) is a globally used creativity tool that generates innovative ideas through simple, guided questioning. This session begins with an inspirational video, followed by live interaction using Mentimeter, hands-on practice, and dynamic idea sharing. It concludes with a ready-to-use classroom tool that empowers educators to spark creativity and deepen student understanding immediately. From this session, you will learn: 

  

• Instant Mastery – Gain a clear understanding of the SCAMPER framework and its role in creative problem-solving 

• Practical Application – Design at least one innovative classroom activity using SCAMPER during the session 

• Lasting Skills – Develop effective SCAMPER questioning techniques that enhance student engagement and critical thinking 

 

Speakers

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  Maha Thabet | International Trainer & French Teacher - The Orthodox school Amman

Categories

• Assessment and Evaluation