Ready to go!

Conference about to begin - great atmosphere.  Enjoyed a warm welcome from the Australia-based D2L team last night which set the scene for a purposeful and rewarding conference. Anne

Looking forward to today's Keynote at 4.00 pm - Sir Ken Robinson as well as some stimulating sessions during the day. - Marg

Keynote and starred Presenters

John Baker CEO D2L
Quite inspiring as a new father (Emmeline born 7 weeks prem) talking about the imperative for changing the education system - one child at a time. Recently addressed UN on the numbers of students outside schooling. 57 million children not attending school. Te Kura's work of vital importance for our young kiwis. Education being transformed by visionary educators. On a continuum towards a learner centred model - more people in more places with more opportunities.
Most exciting times still ahead. Teachers enagaging with students at the roight moment. Learning wrapped around the learner.

Angela Maiers
Two words can change the world. Lives change. Worlds change. "I Matter."
Gallup 2015 88% workforce want to work for someone who cares for them. We don't feel like we matter. Mattering gap amongst students, not an achievement gap. How hopeful are students when they get to school. What is their overall satisfaction and wellbeing
4th grade 3.72
12th grade 2.05
Secure the Heart or you don't have a shot at their brains or business.
Our mission
Rise of Youth suicide
It starts with us
I matter.
Worthiness is a daily practice
The practice of  saying a persons name three times is proven to be beneficial  2 - 20 seconds
Availability is what is important to others.
Focus on the brilliance of others.