A little girl ran to me at Gipsey Bridge Academy and said: "I think I can say hello in a different language: Marhaba." In one sentence, she revealed the positive impact of international partnership on UK students. Obvious exposure to a new foreign language, tolerance and self confidence in communicating with people from different ethnicities are the thoughts that rushed into my mind. Nivine B
We were highly affected by the way students, teachers and staff in U.K. were eager to know more about Lebanon and the schools in our country. They also suggested to have students' exchange visits so they can know more about our culture. Moreover, we came back to our schools with new mentality that will bring massive change to our schools and our societies.
A whole week at Lincolnshire schools... a whole new experience that could nurture the passion engraved in the “ Teacher in Me”. Visiting 7 different schools at the beginning of our week provided us with the whole picture about teaching and learning in UK. However, two days well spent in our partner school, giving classes and attending others, , chatting with teachers and interacting with students were able to transform the experience into an unforgettable and valued one. This visit opened my eye on the “how” to create a positive environment for the wellbeing of the students and teachers. Even we as visitors felt and lived those positive vibes which embraced all school members and made them feel at home rather than at school. For example, the general assembly at the beginning of the week made us feel the closeness of the HeadTeacher to the students, he/she addressed every student by his/her names and asked them about what they have done over the weekend, or even highlighted with ...
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