The 2019 ACEL National Conference in Sydney will provide a platform for international and national speakers to share their expertise in highlighting the importance of both “Vision and Voice” in Setting the Learning Agenda.

 

2nd - 4th October, Hilton Sydney

The ACEL National Conference is our flagship event of the year. Our 2019 conference focusses on Vision and Voice, and takes place from 2-4 October in Sydney. In addition to the regular concurrent sessions, we have included an interactive keynote session that will unpack the theme of the conference.

We are pleased to announce the following four experts who will be discussing their experience, research and practice in this area: Tony Cook, Michele Simons, Greg Whitby and Jenny Atta. This interactive keynote session looks to add another platform for in-depth, informed discourse at our National Conference. We hope you can join us in October.

We are also still accepting abstract submissions for the concurrent sessions.
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Tony Cook

Tony Cook PSM is the Director-General of the Department of Education. Before joining the department in April 2018, Tony worked for six years in the Australian public service as the Associate Secretary for Schools and Youth within the Department of Education and Training. READ MORE.

Michele Simons

Professor Simons joined Western Sydney University from the University of South Australia, where she had worked in a number of leadership roles in the School of Education, including as Dean and Head of School. She has qualifications in Human Services and Adult and Community Education and a PhD from the University of South Australia. READ MORE.

Greg Whitby

Greg Whitby is a teacher, advocate, administrator and leader. His mission to transform schooling for every child and young person is driven by a strong commitment to justice and equity. As a Catholic Education leader in the Parramatta and Wollongong Dioceses in NSW, Greg has led significant cultural change with a focus on innovation... READ MORE.

Jenny Atta

Jenny Atta has been the Secretary of the Department since March 2019. Jenny joined the Department in December 2015, as Deputy Secretary, Infrastructure and Finance Services Group. In this role, she was responsible for the management and oversight of the Department’s financial, procurement and information technology services... READ MORE.

Spotlight on our Keynote Speaker  Lee Watanbe-Crockett

Lee Watanabe Crockett is an author, speaker, designer, inspirational thinker and the creative force behind some of the most exciting transformations in education happening worldwide today. He believes in creating balance in the reality of a digital present and future. As such, he has cultivated skills in Aikido, studied tea ceremony while living in Japan, and studied painting in Florence. READ MORE.

Keynote Address: Future-Focused Learning
Setting an agenda for learning requires a clear understanding of the future which is difficult at the best of times. In rapidly changing times the challenge becomes even greater. Future-focused learning is a vision of how we shift our perspective from seaching to define “best practice” to embracing “evolving practice.” READ MORE.

Educational leaders have the privilege of setting the moral purpose, expectations, culture, as well as learning and teaching practices within their organisations. They strive to develop future-focussed cultures, reflect on their practices, engage in professional learning, and influence student learning.

The 2019 ACEL National Conference in Sydney will provide a platform for international and national speakers to share their expertise in highlighting the importance of both “Vision and Voice” in Setting the Learning Agenda.

Effective leadership, collaborative engagement, accessing student and staff voice, and developing deep learning practices are some of the topics our renowned keynote and concurrent speakers will explore over the three days. These presentations will be complemented by panel discussions, student performances, book signings and several opportunities to network with professional colleagues from across the country and beyond.

Join us in October to engage with and contribute to a powerful learning experience!


National Conference 2019 Registration includes:

•  3 Day Conference Registration
•  Branch Networking Events
•  Access to Industry Exhibition Area
•  Digital Mobile App Featuring Exclusive delegate information, specially prepared presenter documents and special offers
•  Complimentary Conference Satchel
•  Discount on National Awards Gala Dinner
•  Keynote Presentation Slides, documents and handouts
•  Exclusive Bookshop discounts including keynote and Australian author signings
•  Complimentary Copy of The Australian Educational Leader Journal

Plus Much More


 

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