Report on the ACTS committee meeting, held on 22nd August
in Millport on the Isle of Cumbrae
Winter Conference
David presented his exciting proposal that ACTS organise and host a Winter conference, aimed at Chartered Teachers (but not exclusively) and complementary to the GTCS event. This is to be primarily a participative event, accommodating a presentation from a speaker of note and opportunities for: CPD, presentation and advancement of research, dissemination of good practice, and engagement with policy.
February was thought to be an ideal time of year, and David is to explore the possibilities for funding and a suitable venue with professional conference organisers.
Published articles
Two committee members have had articles published recently in the TESS. More articles with a focus on teaching and learning practice are to follow.
ACTS Members standing for the GTCS
Committee member Karen Farrell is standing for election to the GTCS. Members, Linda Fisher-Dougan and Andrew McNeil, are also standing.
Chartered Teacher academic articles
Three papers relating to Chartered Teachers are available through the journal, Professional Development in Education. Follow the link here to a free copy of this journal, where each of the articles can be found.
Access to academic journals
ACTS is to investigate how Chartered Teachers might gain free access to academic journals and libraries.
Chartered Teacher Glow Group
This has now been set up and will be a focus for continued development by Dorothy and David. It will provide a means of online communication through Glow and Glow Meet. The group will be launched at the Scottish Learning Festival on 23rd September with a brief Glow Meet at 7pm. You can find out more about the plans for the Glow Group by visiting here at 7pm on the 23rd. Alternatively, click here to see an outline of planned Glow Meets during session 2009-10.
Staffroom posters
A printable poster for staffrooms, promoting ACTS, will be added to the next newsletter.
Visit next year by Anne Webb, Principal, Rossmore Public School, Australia
This award-winning Australian teacher will visit Scotland next year. It is hoped that some exchange of ideas can be arranged through ACTS.
College of Teachers
Possible connections with the College of Teachers will be explored at the next meeting.
The next ACTS committee meeting will take place in Bellshill on Saturday, 3rd October. Please email actscotland@yahoo.com if you would like to attend. Committee meetings are open to all members of ACTS.
