AGIS Conference 2026 Potsdam

Working Together To Support Learning

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9:45am CEST

Lesson study-A Co Planning Protocol for Lessons within the Whole School

Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST

Lesson study is a transformative approach to professional development that is based on collaborative action research. Originating in Japanese educational practices and spread around the world after, lesson study is a process in which a small group of teachers plan one or more lessons collectively, observe each other's teaching and then come together to refine their strategies. The main aim is to improve curricular resources and teaching methodologies in order to increase the quality of student learning. At Franconian International School a pair of teachers designed a lesson for three G7 Science classes. The following competences were considered: motivating students for the act of learning, using interactive methods based on teamwork, training students to ask questions to help them solve the requirements od the task. The lesson was directly observed and analysed according to an observation grid created for this purpose. Students participated constructively with ideas and suggestions, working both individually and in teams.

Session Outcome(s)
To familiarise teachers of all grades with this approach and to encourage them to apply it to their lessons in their schools.

Speakers

Constantin Lomaca

Science and ToK Teacher, Franconian International School

A science and ToK specialist with a passion for pedagogy.

Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
0.246 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

Audience Whole school for educators
Subject Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)

11:15am CEST

The Nuts and Bolts of Starting a Whole School Home Language Program

Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST

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How do you move from valuing multilingualism in theory to running a thriving program in practice? Using BBIS as a living case study, this workshop will focus on the logistics of building a sustainable Home Language (HL) framework from PYP through DP.
We will move beyond the "why" and dive straight into the "how": navigating scheduling hurdles, managing external tutors, and securing leadership buy-in. Whether you are starting from scratch or refining an existing model, you will gain a practical blueprint for shifting your school from a monolingual mindset to a multilingual powerhouse where the student’s linguistic identity is a resource for academic success and belonging.

Speakers

Yulia Akhmetova

Primary Home Language & German Coordinator, Berlin Brandenburg International School

As a speaker of four languages myself, I am passionate about language learning and committed to supporting others on their journey to becoming confident, multilingual world citizens. In my role as coordinator of a home languages program, I have taken on middle leadership responsibilities... Read More →

Kirsten Lund Bruning

Secondary Home Language Coordinator (incl. Self-taught), Berlin Brandenburg International School

Secondary Home Language Coordinator (incl. Self-taught), Secondary German

Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
0.246 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

1:15pm CEST

Project Based Learning with AI – IBDP English A

Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 3:30pm CEST

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Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will design a Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit from scratch for IB Lang & Lit. We are going to explore how to guide students through deep inquiry into Global Issues and help them take more ownership of their writing.

We will be using AI to help us build the unit and then looking at how it can act as an active supporting tool throughout the project. We will see how it can lend a hand with the heavy lifting by providing instant formative feedback and helping students organise their research. To finish, we will show you how to flip these project themes into solid exam prep so your students feel prepared for every assessment.

Speakers

Brian Li

English Teacher, Berlin Metropolitan School

Placeholder - more to come soon!

Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.246 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

Two-Hour Workshop

Audience Secondary/Diploma learners aged 17-18
Subject Language Learning
global Y

4:00pm CEST

Beyond Docs: Building a Connected School with Google Workspace

Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 6:15pm CEST

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Discover how a whole school community can work smarter with Google Workspace. In this interactive session, featuring insights from a Google for Education representative and school leaders, you’ll see how tools like Docs, Sheets, Meet, Drive, Sites, Forms, and Gemini can transform collaboration, communication, and teaching across your organisation.

Learn how one school leverages Google Workspace not only for classroom learning, but also for coordination, administration, budgeting, and community engagement. We’ll also explore how schools can implement a secure, sustainable cloud ecosystem that supports staff, students, and families alike.

Whether you're leading technology strategy or supporting digital learning, this session offers practical ideas and real world perspectives on making Google Workspace a powerful foundation for your school.

Speakers

Jessamine Koenig

Director of Education, International School Augsburg

I am the incoming Director of Education at the International School Augsburg ISA - gAG. I am very excited to be taking on this role and working within the ISA community.

Previously I had been working in leadership roles in China at various schools, including Hangzhou International School and Shanghai Community International School... Read More →