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STUDENTS EDUCATORS:
CONNECT WITH YOUR WORLD
THIRD ANNUAL
INTERNATIONAL
EDUCATION INFO-FAIR
PROGRAM & SCHEDULE
INTERNATIONAL
CERTIFICATE
PROGRAM
HOMESTAY
STUDY ABROAD
EXPERIENTIAL
LEARNING
LOCAL
OPPORTUNITIES!
WORKSHOPS &
INFO BOOTHS!
(SUMMER &
ACADEMIC TERMS)
Global awareness at the local level.
CONFEDERATION EDUCATION CENTRE
1645 WOODROFFE AVENUE, OTTAWA
THURSDAY MAY 26, 2016 — 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
DAY AT-A-GLANCE
ALL DAY – Exhibitor’s Hall of International Opportunities
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Registration & Browse Exhibitor’s Hall of
International Opportunities
9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Opening Ceremony & Keynote Address
10:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Workshop Block 1
10:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Visit Exhibitor’s Hall of International Opportunities
11:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Workshop Block 2
11:45 – 12:40 p.m.
Lunch Break And Visit Exhibitor’s Hall of
International Opportunities
12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
Workshop Block 3
1:40 – 1:55 p.m.
Closing Ceremony
2:00 p.m.
Departure
Key Note Speaker — Tracey Evans
Tracey Evans holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Development and Global
Studies from the University of Ottawa and a Master’s degree in International Conflict
Resolution and Mediation from Tel Aviv University, Israel. During her undergraduate
degree, Tracey spent her summers volunteering in West and South Africa on HIV/AIDS
related projects. Afterwards, she spent eight months completing the Aga Khan Foundation Canada International Youth Fellowship program, which sent her to Bangladesh
for eight months, during which she worked with the international development NGO
CARE on women’s empowerment projects.
Tracey now works for Aga Khan Foundation Canada in Ottawa as a Program Officer
and manages a portfolio of education programs across East and West Africa and in
Central Asia.
Workshop Block 1 — 10:00 a.m. –10:45 a.m.
A1: Student & Teacher Exchanges Abroad - What
Students, Parents and Teachers Need to Know
Presenter: Canadian Education Exchange Foundation (CEEF)
ROOM 122
Learn about CEEF’s reciprocal summer exchanges to France and Spain
as well as our 2-3 month reciprocal exchanges to Germany, Italy, Spain
and France. Same Vocation! Different Location! Learn all about CEEF’s
reciprocal exchanges for teachers and their families - Northern and
Southern Hemisphere exchanges are available.
B1: K-Culture 101: Learning the Basics of Korean
Culture and Language
Presenter: Cultural and Public Affairs Office - Embassy of the Republic of
Korea to Canada
LOCATION: Library
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea to Canada is a proud partner of
OCENET and the International Certificate Program, offering language
courses and cultural experiences to complement the students’ program
requirements. In this workshop, students are invited to learn some of
the basics of Korean culture and society, while also taking part in a short
lesson on how to write their names in Korean!
C1: Discovering Domestic
LOCATION: ROOM 119
Presenter: E.F. Education
Step inside the world of Hands-On Knowledge, Ah Ha Moment and Bringing
the Classroom to Life! In this workshop, we will introduce the teachers to
many Domestic Programs EF Education has to offer. The workshop will
be led by industry experts offering hands-on, interactive, customizable
experience. Travel Opportunities within North America: Domestic Programs,
Discovering the Value in Domestic Travel, What’s Next?
D1: Travelling a Restless World: Balancing the
Excitement of Travel with Recent World Events
Presenter: Ingle Insurance - Stephanie Hiltz
ROOM 136
Despite recent world events, we continue to travel and promote intercultural
exchanges as a way of highlighting the beauty of the world and the importance
of internationalism as a tool of peace promotion. In this way we are a part of
the solution to terrorism; we are not allowing fear to prevent us from travelling,
learning about other cultures, and experiencing the world. However, it is still
important to increase our awareness around care practices, and question how to
better protect ourselves, our loved ones and those under our supervision.In this
presentation, we will briefly talk about the socio-political state of our world, while
expanding on its impact on preparation for international travel. We will share
knowledge on practical tools that can help everyone stay current, aware, and
ready to make decisions that will ensure their safety.
E1: Preparing Students for Success in a Globalized
and Digital World
Presenter:Carleton University’s Global Academy - Diana MacKay
ROOM 123
Globalization and the digital age are transforming the world of work. Today’s teachers
and students need to engage in teaching and learning activities that help students
understand and prepare for the rapidly evolving expectations of employers and the
equally dynamic environment of global entrepreneurship. This workshop provides an
overview of the imperative for Canada’s classrooms to adapt to and harness opportunities for innovation in education and to challenges the barriers to action.
F1: Homestay - Creating Global Citizens
Presenter: Canada Homestay Network - Jamie Tripp
ROOM 120
The OCDSB is home to over a thousand international students each year, many
of them in homestay! What host families tell us is that they really enjoy “having
the world at their table.” Dinner times can last the evening when family members
and their international guests feel comfortable sharing their stories, laughing at
the things that puzzle them, and celebrating their differences. This presentation
will make clear why the International Certificate Program considers hosting as
“international experience” worthy of credit: hosting is an incubator for the cultural
competencies required by global citizens. Everyone benefits!
Workshop Block 2 — 11:00 a.m. –11:45 a.m.
A2: Ecuador 2016: Exploring a new model for
educational touris, with Insight Global Education
Presenter: Holly Newsome, Teacher, Woodroffe High School (OCDSB)
ROOM 120
Holly Newsome, an environmental science, geography and nutrition teacher will share
with you her experience to Ecuador this past March with Insight Global Education.
Through a photo journal presentation you will have the opportunity to learn more
about a new model for educational excursions which are rich in social and environmental learning opportunities, critical analysis and cross curricular connections.
Educational outcomes are facilitated through student centered pre excursion learning
modules and in-depth, stimulating conversations while on the excursion, led by Insight
Global Education educators.
B2: Study Abroad
Presenter: Yannick Becu - STS Student Travel Schools
ROOM 122
Study abroad is for every secondary student! Studying abroad is a lifetime experience
that everyone has a chance to live with STS Study Abroad Scholarships. Our Charity
allows many students to live, study and exchange.
C2: The Ryan’s Well Foundation School Challenge
Project
Presenter: Ryan Hreljac and Sophie Pon - Ryan’s Well
ROOM LIBRARY
Each year, The School Challenge Project offers an exciting and unique opportunity for
young people of any age to get involved and create positive change in the world. We
build a water and sanitation project while you do your fundraising and you will receive
all the updates with pictures and stories from our local partners. You can follow every
step of the way and know exactly where your money is going. We wil present on our
active projects and the work that goes into selecting and building them.
D2: 3D Virtual Classroom for Chinese Language
and Culture
Presenter: Confucius Institute at Carleton University - Justin Li
ROOM 123
3D virtual environments provide a space where students can engage in authentic,
task-based classroom activities. As part of this session, you will learn some of the
different types of activities that are possible and how these can be integrated into your
involvement with the International Certificate Program at the OCDSB.
E2: Travelling Abroad? Travel Smart!
Presenter: Global Affairs Canada - Philippe Charlebois, Senior
Communications Advisor
ROOM 136
This interactive presentation by the Government of Canada features useful information
for Canadians travelling, studying and living abroad. Before any trip, Canadians are
encouraged to download the Travel Smart App, link to the travel.gc.ca website, and
follow the 3Rs of international travel: Read up, Register, and Reach us. Learn about
safety and security, entry/exit requirements, health, laws and cultures, climate and
contact information for over 260 contact points around the world. This session will
help you prepare and make smart travel choices.
F2: NSCF and You: Participate in Next Year’s Forum
Presenter: National Student Commonwealth Forum - Alexus White
ROOM 119
NSCF will explain what we do during our annual Student Forum in order to encourage
you to consider participating next year. This includes meeting members of Parliament
and High Commissioners, debating in the Senate and preparing for the main event at
the end of the week, representing a country in a mock Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in an activity titled
The Simulation Game that involves topics such as food security, gender and youth or
immigration and migration. Like a “Choose Your Own Adventure” book, the decisions
each group makes (in this case, by consensus) will shape the outcome. This activity
will demonstrate the challenging, but interesting side of international affairs.
Workshop Block 3 — 12:45 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
A3: Do you want to be the next Junior Team
Ambassador?
Presenter: Global Vision Canada - Amy Giroux (Director)
ROOM 119
Do you want to be the next Junior Team Canada Ambassador is an interactive
session that will help you to explore what are the skills, knowledge and experience you need to succeed as today’s global leaders. Come and meet with
our Junior Team Canada Ambassadors and learn more about how you could
represent your region on an international trade mission to China or join our youth
engagement team. Learn more about your future careers in the global economy
and how you can get the experience that matters!
B3: Sustainable Development Goals - Take Action
2016
Presenter: SOS Children’s Villages
ROOM LIBRARY
Young people have unique, fascinating ideas and insights, and their dedication to
sparking change is infectious. SOS Children’s Villages Canada through its Take
Action project engages Canada’s young people as key partners in breaking new
ground and puts them at the forefront of the Sustainable Development agenda
and our common future. At this session you will
•
Learn about the 17 SDG’s,
•
Get inspired to bring about change with a view to creating a sustainable just
world and,
•
Connect to a global movement that will galvanize this change. The result
will ensure that young people are at the centre of the global development
agenda and its implementation and that indeed “no one is left behind”.
C3: YMCA Youth Exchange Opportunities within
Canada
Presenter: YMCA of Greater Toronto - Joanne Reinhold & Jordan May
ROOM 122
Has your group ever thought about exploring other regions of Canada, initiating
community service projects, living in another community, meeting new people,
learning Canada’s other official language, or exploring Canada’s cultural diversity? If so, the YMCA Youth Exchanges Canada Program may be for you! This group
reciprocal exchange program is designed for groups of 10 to 30 participants
between the ages of 12 and 17. Participants are twinned with same-age groups
from another province or territory, and they take turns staying in each other’s
communities for at least five days.
ALSO!
The YMCA Summer Work Student Exchange is a unique national exchange
program that brings together youth from various communities across the country.
Participating youth, aged 16 and 17, have the opportunity to improve their second official language skills, and gain important employment experience through a
work placement while on their exchange.
D3: Bringing Learning to Life with International
Tours
Presenter: Explorica
ROOM 123
Learn how you provide your students with the exciting opportunity to explore culture, language, and an immersive educational experience in international destinations. It may seem arduous to plan and prepare tours for your students, but you’ll
be amazed with the kind of services and platforms there are available to create
the best custom educational tour. Find out more with Explorica.
During this presentation, a teacher from Ottawa will explain the process of going
on an international tour and its benefits for him/her.
E3: Creating a New Generation of Global Citizens
Presenter: Aga Khan Foundation of Canada - Katherine Boyes
ROOM 136
Get the tools you need to teach global development in an effective and engaging
way. Every country needs global citizens who have the desire and skills to build a
better world. But how do we help Canadian youth make meaningful connections
to communities a world away? Explore strategies for addressing these challenges
in this hands-on workshop by Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC). Drawing on
35 years of leadership in international development, AKFC facilitators will help
you equip and inspire your students to take meaningful action in their communities and globally. Includes free bilingual lesson plans.
F3: Homestay - Creating Global Citizens
Presenter: Canada Homestay Network - Jamie Tripp
*Repeat Presentation*
ROOM 120
The OCDSB is home to over a thousand international students each year, many
of them in homestay! What host families tell us is that they really enjoy “having
the world at their table.” Dinner times can last the evening when family members
and their international guests feel comfortable sharing their stories, laughing at
the things that puzzle them, and celebrating their differences. This presentation
will make clear why the International Certificate Program considers hosting as
“international experience” worthy of credit: hosting is an incubator for the cultural
competencies required by global citizens. Everyone benefits!
The Ottawa-Carleton Education Network (OCENET) is proud to host the
second annual International Education Info-Fair and wishes to thank each
of the following business partners for their generous financial support and
acknowledge the many organizations that have provided contributions to
this event as exhibitors. A special thanks goes to our seminar presenters
for their commitment to advancing the goals of international education.
Platinum Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Contributing Organizations and Exhibitors
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