Dr Simon Breakspear

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Dr. Simon Breakspear shares his journey from classroom teacher to education researcher and advisor. He discusses the importance of evidence-informed practice, system-level change, and effective professional development strategies to improve teaching and learning outcomes.Guest BioDr. Simon Breakspear is an educational researcher, former high school teacher and father of three. As the founder of Strategic Schools, he focuses on supporting teams to enhance their impact on learning through evidence-informed processes and tools. He is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales and advisor to the NSW Department of Education on Leadership Development and Curriculum reform.Simon holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Cambridge, where he was a Gates Scholar. He has worked globally with over 100,000 teachers, schools, and policy leaders across more than ten countries.TakeawaysThe Journey from Teacher to Educational ResearcherShifting Perspectives on TeachingBridging the Gap: Research and Practice in EducationThe Importance of Evidence-Informed TeachingChallenges in Professional DevelopmentInnovative Approaches to Teacher DevelopmentCollaborative Coaching for Teacher ImprovementBalancing Accountability and Trust in EducationCreating a Culture of Continuous ImprovementThe Importance of Consistency in Teaching PracticesLeadership Insights and Personal GrowthResourcesRichard Elmore's 'School Reform from the Inside Out' - https://www.amazon.com/School-Reform-Inside-Out-Richard/dp/0871545574Evidence-Based Teaching Resources - https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/Dylan Williams' Teacher Learning Communities - https://dylanwilliams.org/Teaching Sprints Methodology - https://teachingsprints.org/HostKevin Fullbrook is an international school leader with 25+ years of global education experience across Australia, China, and the Middle East. As host of The Leadership Passport Podcast, Kevin dives into the stories, strategies, and insights of education leaders from around the world. With a passion for inclusive leadership, student agency, and sustainable school cultures, he brings thoughtful conversations and practical takeaways for educators, aspiring leaders, and anyone interested in the future of learning.Connect with him on Instagram (@kevin.fullbrook) and LinkedIn (Kevin Fullbrook)https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-fullbrook-33034b8b/https://www.instagram.com/kevin.fullbrook/

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