Professional Development Workshops
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Student Engagement - Engagement to Excellence: Evidence-based practice to enhance student engagement to improve student outcomes.
Having students engaged. Every teacher knows it is important, everyone wants it, but what processes and practices actually achieve it? Join Ben from Empowerment-Ed for an empowering workshop that unlocks how teachers can foster high rates of student engagement, no matter the subject or grade. Designed for classroom context implementation, this session delves into evidence-based practices and techniques proven to enhance student engagement, foster deep learning with the intention of improved academic outcomes. Discover innovative, practical, high-impact strategies to harness your students' attention, foster a dynamic learning environment, and drive excellence in your classroom.
Through engaging workshops, hands-on activities, and collaborative discussions, you’ll gain practical tools to create an inclusive and stimulating educational experience for those that you teach. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow educators, exchange ideas, and embark on a journey towards unlocking the secrets of your own authentic teaching to harness high student engagement.
Participant feedback:
“Ben was very knowledgeable and able to draw on his experience throughout the presentation to keep me engaged and also pose questions that made me question my own practice both positive and negative”
“Thanks for letting us take the time to discuss the stuff that really matters in the classroom”
“Great to hear and validate existing ideas and thinking about different ideas”
Venue
The Marriott, Brisbane
Cost: $385 + GST
“Great delivery, clear wealth of experience, insights were practical and relevant. Thank you!”
Date: No current dates available. Register interest for future events at the bottom of the page:
Venue
The Marriott, Brisbane
Cost: $385 + GST
Behaviour Management - Coalition of Cooperation: Classroom practices that minimises disruptive behaviour
Are students really worse than 10 years ago? Is it harder to manage behaviour in 2025 than ever before? What is the right approach to creating the right classroom environment? The honest answer – it’s complicated and there is a lot to it! Join Ben as we navigate where our current students are at, the 'why' behind student behaviour, explore the differences present in 2025, and what teachers can do to influence and maintain the desired behaviour environment in their classrooms.
This workshop will explore research-informed practices that minimise disruptive behaviour, fostering a cooperative and respectful classroom environment. Practical by design and implementation, teachers will walk away with many key behaviour management techniques and their very own ‘playbook’ to respond to the variety of curveballs that a typical lesson may provide. No matter whether you have been teaching for 2 years or 20 years, this workshop will sharpen educators' focus on mastering their efficacy, harnessing their authenticity and increasing their autonomy in the field of classroom relationships.
Participant feedback:
“Great discussion, cementing common thoughts goals and processes, affirmations in an industry that is sometimes challenging and thankless”
“Venue great. Ben, thank you for your engaging presentation and insight.”
“It was very helpful and I will take away quite a few strategies that I am going to try in my class”
“Very good course!”
Date: No current dates available. Register interest for future events at the bottom of the page:
Venue
The Marriott, Brisbane
Cost: $385 + GST
Teaching boys - Forming our Future Men: effectively teaching boys in the 21st century
Teaching boys, a relational approach. “No factor is more important for the establishment and maintenance of a successful connection than the boy’s perception of the teacher’s attitude toward him” (Reichart, 2016).
Whether you teach in an all-boys environment, co-ed school, or work with boys in general, knowing how they operate and what they need is crucial to enacting improved holistic outcomes. This solution-focused workshop unlocks the potential of boys in the 21st century and how teachers can play their part. Educators will be provided with the latest research-backed methods and high-impact strategies to effectively engage, mentor, and teach boys; catering to their unique learning styles and needs.
Participants will gain insights on creating dynamic and supportive classroom environments that nurture curiosity, resilience, and a passion for learning. Through interactive workshops, practical activities, and thought-provoking discussions, you’ll acquire essential tools to inspire and guide boys towards becoming empathetic and confident young men. And boy don’t we need that in 2025.
Participant feedback:
“Excellent - need all of my staff to see and hear you in person”
“Resonated with what I've experienced in a long career teaching boys”
“Engagement was great, deep content and discussion for us all to engage.”
“Ben’s expertise in Boys Education was well and truly evident. The presentation combined compelling data, Ben’s experience as an educator and a robust set of questions that stimulated discussion amongst the group. Grateful to have been taken on the journey and looking forward to seeing what can be done on the ground back at school.”
Date: No current dates available. Register interest for future events below:
Venue
The Marriott, Brisbane
Cost: $385 +GST
Leadership in Schools - Answer the Call: the journey to leadership
Just landed a leadership role, about to enter in a leadership role, or interested in a leadership role? This is the workshop for you. Answer the Call is a 1-day program specifically designed for teachers who are new to leadership or have intentions of entering leadership positions in the future.
From shaking imposter syndrome, fostering a dynamic solution-focused team, managing time, and handling the dreaded first ‘difficult conversation’ – participants will unpack what the research suggests leaders need to be across, but also workshop the lived ‘pinch points’ and other ‘wildcards’ that no leadership journal will cover. By the end of the day, leaders will have the self-confidence to bring their very best to the roles they are in, have a clear vision of where they still need to grow, and meet new colleagues to share their leadership journey with.
Participant feedback:
“Great PD in the sense it allowed me to reflect on my journey so far and how I can continue to progress and strengthen my abilities as a leader. Great time to reflect on some of my strengths/weaknesses.”
“I loved how engaging Ben was in his presentation, his professionalism and real life experiences really highlighted well what middle leadership looks like. Would highly recommend this PD.”
“Ben did an outstanding job at helping to explore how to navigate difficult conversations, to building solution-focused teams and developing clarity around personal leadership purpose. The day was full of practical strategies, deep reflection, and meaningful connection. It was thought-provoking, energising, and genuinely left me with a clearer vision of how I can continue to grow as a leader.
“This was fantastic! Definitely valuable knowledge and conversations from today. Thank you!”
“I loved how thought provoking it was. I enjoyed the deep questions that challenged me to think about my actions and how I could be a better leader.”
