Dawn Dickson
Abstract: Resilience and Well-Being in Education- This talk explores fostering resilience and well-being in education, offering practical strategies for educators. It emphasizes creating supportive environments for students to navigate challenges effectively and thrive academically and personally. By understanding resilience dynamics, educators empower students to recover from setbacks and develop resilience. Moreover, the talk addresses the importance of self-care for educators, enabling them to better support students while maintaining their own well-being.
Biodata: Dawn is an experienced language professional with a passion for lifelong learning. Her early love for languages led her to a career in translation after university. With experience in translation, education, and learning consultancy, Dawn has thrived in diverse roles. As an international teacher, Dawn has taught in various settings worldwide. This experience has given her valuable insights into both the challenges teachers face and the learning experiences of students. This dual perspective informs her work in learning consultancy, where she effectively relates to the needs of educators and students.
Duygu Erdoğan
Session Abstract: This session explores the pivotal role of observation in enhancing well-being, emphasizing its profound impact on mental health and overall life satisfaction. By honing observational skills, individuals can develop greater self-awareness, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence. The discussion will cover practical techniques for cultivating observation, such as mindfulness meditation and reflective journaling, and highlight the benefits these practices offer, including reduced stress, improved relationships, and heightened creativity. Participants will gain insights into how a deliberate focus on observation can foster a deeper connection with the present moment, ultimately leading to a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Biodata: Duygu Erdoğan has been in the ELT world for over 20 years. She has a BA in American Culture and Literature and an MA in English Language Teaching. She holds an ICELT, DELTA, Teacher Training Certificate (Sabancı University) and Trainer Training Certificate (Anatolian Training Institute).
She has worked at various institutions ranging from elementary schools to universities in different parts of Turkey, as a teacher, an administrator and a trainer.
She is one of the founding members of TESOL Turkey Association (İngiliz Dili Öğretimi Ve Mesleki Gelişim Derneği). Her research interests include teacher research, in-service teacher education, critical thinking in education and testing and assessment. Currently, she is working as a Teacher Trainer and Markeeting manager for Macmillan Education, Western Europe.
