Re: Educational Trip to Beijing. Thoughts

The first day of the conference started with an interesting opening ceremony, where the speakers warmly welcomed all participants. There were many people from different countries, which made the atmosphere lively and diverse.

One of the things I enjoyed most was the opportunity to meet professors, doctors of science, and leaders in the fields of education, technology, and artificial intelligence. It was inspiring to talk to such experienced professionals and exchange ideas.

During the day, I visited several exhibitions organized by Chinese companies. One of them showed the future of pottery: a 3D printer that could print vases and other objects from clay. Everything that used to be created only on a ceramic table has now become portable, and I thought it would be wonderful to bring such technology into my school. Another exhibition presented special pens that can scan notes directly from a notebook. The pen connects to the internet, finds the correct information for tests or homework, and then shares the data with the teacher. In this way, teachers can collect information from many students at once and display it on an online board.

I also saw interesting solutions for primary schools. For example, some schools include artificial intelligence lessons for three hours each week. There was also a school that organizes different projects for young students, such as creating a smart aquarium and a smart home.

I do not have the possibility to upload photos from the event yet, because I am writing this from my phone.

@Hendra Thank you all for sharing. I face similar challenges—like fast changes in curriculum and big gaps in student access to technology. It’s hard to plan and support everyone. I hope to solve this by starting small international projects and exchange activities to give all students equal chances and motivation. Working together, we can find better ways forward.

It is not easy to surprise me with school equipment, because I have already seen different schools and worked in one that has the latest technology. But THISDL School in Beijing really surprised me. After a great presentation from the foreign principal, Mr. Daniel Holder, he gave us a tour of the most unusual classrooms in his school.

First, I was surprised to see a piano in the middle of the corridor near the cafeteria. Mr. Holder explained that the school has many pianos in the corridors, and students can play them during breaks.

It is amazing how different learning spaces are created. Next to art rooms, which include sewing and drawing, there are spaces made by students themselves and also by professional designers from different countries. Next to the science rooms, there are bicycles and other objects taken apart, so students can watch and learn. Physics is also shown with different models – everything looks natural and helps students learn and love science. In the biology room, there are many kinds of b**terflies, fossils, and other exhibits. Students go on trips with the teacher and bring new items for the collection. Everything needed for this is available.

The long corridors also show different parts of school life – everything is done with style. There is even a special wall with student artworks that Mr. Holder liked. He buys them from students and makes a small exhibition. Of course, the school has an amphitheater with professional equipment, like in real theaters, where plays are performed all the time.

Want to play golf? No problem – there is a virtual golf club. Fencing? All equipment is ready. You can even learn surfing here – there is a special simulator. There is also a gym, sports halls for each sport, and swimming pools. After school, teachers and their families can use the pools too.

Such equipment needs highly qualified teachers. And Mr. Holder manages this very well: 20% of teachers have a doctoral degree, and 95% have a master’s degree. Less than 2% of staff change every year, so they really focus on good results.

@MUZAF85babefc9c
In my experience, using visual aids and interactive activities helped capture students’ attention. Also, setting clear expectations and routines from day one made a huge difference in classroom management.
Regards,
Denis K

@Samreen-Tahir
Absolutely! Globalization really helps us learn from each other and makes education more interesting. It’s great to see how technology connects us all. Additionally, it’s wonderful that through this competition, we have the opportunity to find teachers who are ready for collaborative projects. I truly hope for joint lessons and international projects that will enrich our teaching practices.
Best of luck,
Denis K

@Shaista-Begum This article is really useful for teachers! It gives good tips on how to control your thoughts, feelings, and actions in the classroom. It’s super important to stay calm and professional, especially when things get tough.
I also think it’s important to keep getting better and to listen to feedback. If teachers see challenges as a way to grow and look for ways to improve, they’ll get better at handling whatever comes their way and help their students more.
Good luck.
Regards,
Denis

It is not easy to surprise me with school equipment, because I have already seen different schools and worked in one that has the latest technology. But THISDL School in Beijing really surprised me. After a great presentation from the foreign principal, Mr. Daniel Holder, he gave us a tour of the most unusual classrooms in his school.

First, I was surprised to see a piano in the middle of the corridor near the cafeteria. Mr. Holder explained that the school has many pianos in the corridors, and students can play them during breaks.

It is amazing how different learning spaces are created. Next to art rooms, which include sewing and drawing, there are spaces made by students themselves and also by professional designers from different countries. Next to the science rooms, there are bicycles and other objects taken apart, so students can watch and learn. Physics is also shown with different models – everything looks natural and helps students learn and love science. In the biology room, there are many kinds of b**terflies, fossils, and other exhibits. Students go on trips with the teacher and bring new items for the collection. Everything needed for this is available.

The long corridors also show different parts of school life – everything is done with style. There is even a special wall with student artworks that Mr. Holder liked. He buys them from students and makes a small exhibition. Of course, the school has an amphitheater with professional equipment, like in real theaters, where plays are performed all the time.

Want to play golf? No problem – there is a virtual golf club. Fencing? All equipment is ready. You can even learn surfing here – there is a special simulator. There is also a gym, sports halls for each sport, and swimming pools. After school, teachers and their families can use the pools too.

Such equipment needs highly qualified teachers. And Mr. Holder manages this very well: 20% of teachers have a doctoral degree, and 95% have a master’s degree. Less than 2% of staff change every year, so they really focus on good results.

Re: Educational Trip to Beijing. Thoughts

The first day of the conference started with an interesting opening ceremony, where the speakers warmly welcomed all participants. There were many people from different countries, which made the atmosphere lively and diverse.

One of the things I enjoyed most was the opportunity to meet professors, doctors of science, and leaders in the fields of education, technology, and artificial intelligence. It was inspiring to talk to such experienced professionals and exchange ideas.

During the day, I visited several exhibitions organized by Chinese companies. One of them showed the future of pottery: a 3D printer that could print vases and other objects from clay. Everything that used to be created only on a ceramic table has now become portable, and I thought it would be wonderful to bring such technology into my school. Another exhibition presented special pens that can scan notes directly from a notebook. The pen connects to the internet, finds the correct information for tests or homework, and then shares the data with the teacher. In this way, teachers can collect information from many students at once and display it on an online board.

I also saw interesting solutions for primary schools. For example, some schools include artificial intelligence lessons for three hours each week. There was also a school that organizes different projects for young students, such as creating a smart aquarium and a smart home.

I do not have the possibility to upload photos from the event yet, because I am writing this from my phone.

@Hendra Thank you all for sharing. I face similar challenges—like fast changes in curriculum and big gaps in student access to technology. It’s hard to plan and support everyone. I hope to solve this by starting small international projects and exchange activities to give all students equal chances and motivation. Working together, we can find better ways forward.

@Hendra Thank you for your ideas. I really liked your point about using technology with balance. My biggest inspiration from this competition was learning about online collaboration projects. I saw how teachers connect students from different countries to work together. In the future, I would like to create an exchange programme where students from different schools take part in joint projects and competitions. This can help them improve teamwork, digital skills, and learn about other cultures. Like you said, small steps can make a big difference.

@KOUSAR-JEHAN Hi!

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on artificial intelligence (AI).
I think it’s important to know about AI history. Understanding how it developed helps us see its current benefits. AI can make our lives easier by taking care of routine tasks.
It’s great that AI helps us focus more on creativity and new ideas. Let’s use this technology wisely for the good of all!

Regards, Denis K

@MUZAF85babefc9c
In my experience, using visual aids and interactive activities helped capture students’ attention. Also, setting clear expectations and routines from day one made a huge difference in classroom management.
Regards,
Denis K

@Samreen-Tahir
Absolutely! Globalization really helps us learn from each other and makes education more interesting. It’s great to see how technology connects us all. Additionally, it’s wonderful that through this competition, we have the opportunity to find teachers who are ready for collaborative projects. I truly hope for joint lessons and international projects that will enrich our teaching practices.
Best of luck,
Denis K

@Shaista-Begum This article is really useful for teachers! It gives good tips on how to control your thoughts, feelings, and actions in the classroom. It’s super important to stay calm and professional, especially when things get tough.
I also think it’s important to keep getting better and to listen to feedback. If teachers see challenges as a way to grow and look for ways to improve, they’ll get better at handling whatever comes their way and help their students more.
Good luck.
Regards,
Denis