The International Schools Podcast

About The International Schools Podcast

Hosted by John Mikton and Dan Taylor. Every two weeks we discuss all aspects of technology and life in International Schools.

Publisher

theinternationalschoolspodcast

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 May 2020

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

167 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   189 - Research in the Age of AI

   What happens when AI can search, summarise, and think with us?About Heather CaveneyHeather is an experienced educator and librarian with more than 20 years of experience across public, private, boarding, and international schools. She has worked with students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 in the United States, Mongolia, and Türkiye.She is currently Head Librarian at the American Collegiate Institute in İzmir, Türkiye, and also works as a School Library Consultant. Her work focuses on research and information literacy, digital literacy, academic integrity, and helping students and teachers think critically about online information and AI-generated content.Heather holds a Master’s degree in Library Science from Texas Woman’s University and is passionate about helping students become thoughtful, independent, and confident researchers.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-j-caveney-aa2b6257/ About Wouter LalemanWouter Laleman has been working as an international school librarian for about 30 years in libraries and schools in Belgium, Oman, Japan, Malaysia and Madagascar.He is currently Head Librarian and Data Protection Officer at the International School of Brussels, where he also leads work around digital media and libraries. He is a founding member of collaborative reading and literature initiatives including the European Iris Award and Bookbowl and Sakura Medal in Japan. His work brings together reading, research, digital literacy, privacy, and the ever changing role of libraries in schools.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wouter-laleman-11277851/ Resourceshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/caveney-consulting/https://www.aci.k12.tr/en/https://www.isb.be/  https://sites.google.com/isb.be/irisaward/bookbowl The CARE Approach by Leo S. LoNotebookLM for Schools, webinar by Eric Curts, EdTech Specialist of Control Alt Achieve Research:Your Brain on ChatGPT, research by Nataliya Kosmyna et al.“Experimental evidence of the effects of large language models versus web search on depth of learning” by Melumad and Yo Hun.“A new direction for students in an AI world: Prosper, prepare, protect” Report by Burns et al, of the Brookings Institute.John Mikton on Social MediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmiktonWeb: beyonddigital.orgDan Taylor on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt Web: www.appsedu.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTubeDo a full security audit of your Workspace for free at https://workspaceaudit.comWould you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we’ll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial

2. 

   21 Sept 2026

   188 - Rediscovering Audrey Amiss

   Two educators, their aunt Audrey, and the story of her life and art they are helping others discover.About Steve WeatherelSteve has worked in several international schools in the last forty years and in many different roles. These days he's living in the Netherlands trying to make it as a writer, with projects such as Intense Colours, the blog about his aunt, the artist Audrey Amiss.Instagram: @audrey_amiss About Kate WeatherellKate is a Mathematics teacher in London. After a long career in food as a chef, caterer, author and food stylist, she made the move into teaching.Resourcesintensecolours.substack.comaudreyamiss.comhttps://wellcomecollection.org/stories/audrey-and-her-family https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7IIyKh4lpYTypist Artist Pirate King Film John Mikton on Social MediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmiktonWeb: beyonddigital.orgDan Taylor on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt Web: www.appsedu.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTubeDo a full security audit of your Workspace for free at https://workspaceaudit.comWould you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we’ll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial

3. 

   6 Sept 2026

   187 - More Than One Route

   How international schools can offer more than one post-16 pathway and help students choose the route that suits them best. It also explores what this means in practice for families, teachers, school leaders, and students planning for university and beyond.About Sarah O'ReganSarah O'Regan is the Principal CEO of GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis, she has been part of the school’s journey for almost 15 years, including as a founding member of the community. She also serves as a GEMS Wellington Brand Ambassador, supporting collaboration, leadership development, and the sharing of best practice across the Wellington family of schools.Her leadership focuses on helping every child flourish through academic excellence, strong pastoral care, innovation, and personalised learning. She is passionate about creating flexible pathways and inclusive school communities that prepare young people with the confidence, character, resilience, and skills they need for the future.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-o-regan-a054461b7/ About James RostronJames is Whole School Vice Principal for Curriculum and Assessment at GEMS Wellington International School in Dubai. With more than a decade of senior leadership experience, he has helped shape the school’s curriculum, assessment, academic pathways, and wider academic strategy.He is particularly interested in personalised learning and creating flexible pathways that give students greater choice, including both International Baccalaureate and A Level options. James is passionate about curriculum innovation, effective school leadership, and designing learning experiences that prepare young people to thrive in a complex and connected world.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-rostron-79622959/ About Nicola HuggettNicola Huggett is the Executive Principal and CEO. An experienced educator and school leader, she studied at Oxford University before beginning her career in advertising and later moving into teaching. She went on to serve as Principal of two highly regarded schools in the UK before joining GEMS Education to lead Wellington International School in Dubai. She is passionate about ambitious, well-rounded education that helps students grow in confidence, character, knowledge, and skills. Her leadership is closely aligned with the school’s values of integrity, empathy, and fortitude, with a strong focus on preparing young people for both academic success and life beyond school.https://www.wellingtoninternationalschool.com/About-Us/Our-Team/Executive-Team/Nicola-Huggett About Robert CurryRobert is Vice Principal at GEMS Wellington Academy Silicon Oasis, where he has been part of the school community for more than 13 years. During that time, he has supported the school’s growth and played a key role in developing its IBDP, IBCP, and A Level pathways, as well as leading timetabling, examinations, and data management.Originally a Physics teacher and a graduate of Durham University, Robert has 15 years of experience in education and 11 years in leadership. He is particularly interested in future-ready education, evidence-informed school improvement, and creating high-performing schools where academic excellence, innovation, and student wellbeing go hand in hand.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-curry-31b058119/  Resourceshttps://www.wellingtoninternationalschool.com/https://www.gemswellingtonacademy-dso.com/en/https://www.gemseducation.com/en/ John Mikton on Social MediaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmiktonWeb: beyonddigital.orgDan Taylor on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt Web: www.appsedu.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTubeDo a full security audit of your Workspace for free at https://workspaceaudit.comWould you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Ju

Who has been a guest on The International Schools Podcast

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• Rachel Bodily
• Rita Bateson
• Yasmine Hashmi
• Nunana Nyomi
• Aimée Skidmore

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5.0 / 5

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4.0 / 5

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Engagement

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