This interactive workshop focuses on the ecological approach to teacher agency, emphasizing how teachers in international schools can shape and adapt their teaching practices within diverse and dynamic contexts. Participants will explore how factors such as relationships, professional autonomy, and school environment can either constrain or enhance teacher agency. The session will provide insights and tools for teachers to take small, intentional steps that lead to meaningful, long-term impacts in their classrooms and school communities
Outcomes:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to understand the ecological approach to teacher agency and its relevance in international school settings.
Identify key factors that influence teacher agency within their unique school environments (context, relationships, and resources).
Develop strategies to nurture and enhance teacher agency through collaboration, professional growth, and contextual awareness.