CIEC 2025

Stories are a universal language that can inspire, teach, and connect us. In this workshop, educators will explore how storytelling can transform classroom experiences into meaningful opportunities for engagement and authentic learning. Participants will discover how stories—whether shared by teachers, students, or the community—can foster deeper connections, amplify student voice, and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen and valued. Educators will leave with practical storytelling techniques and strategies to integrate into their practice, enhancing learning and building community.
Learning Outcomes:

• Understand storytelling as a powerful tool for fostering engagement and connection in the classroom.
• Explore strategies for using storytelling to create authentic, inclusive, and student-centered learning experiences.

In this 75-minute workshop, educators will delve into the art and science of storytelling, focusing on its ability to captivate, connect, and transform learning. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions, participants will leave inspired and equipped to leverage storytelling to enhance student engagement and belonging in their classrooms.

"Participants will explore the impact of using strategic questions to foster curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and promote deeper understanding. The workshop will cover techniques for crafting open-ended questions, facilitating meaningful discussions, and using questioning as a tool to drive inquiry-based learning. Educators will engage in reflective activities and collaborative group work to design questions that inspire lifelong learning in their students.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the role of questioning in fostering curiosity and critical thinking.
Learn to design open-ended, thought-provoking questions that challenge students.
Explore how to facilitate discussions that lead to deeper student understanding and reflection.
Develop strategies for encouraging student-driven inquiry and engagement.
Workshop Style:
The session will be educator-centered, with the facilitator guiding participants through interactive activities. It will include group discussions, collaborative design exercises, and reflection on practical classroom applications. Educators will be encouraged to actively share their experiences and strategies.

Intended Audience:
New and experienced teachers and educators looking to enhance their use of questioning and discussion techniques to promote student inquiry and critical thinking in the classroom."    "Enhanced Questioning Techniques: Participants will develop the ability to craft and implement open-ended, thought-provoking questions that encourage critical thinking and deeper student engagement.

Facilitating Inquiry-Based Learning: Participants will gain strategies to guide students in generating their own questions, fostering a classroom environment that promotes curiosity and lifelong learning.

Reflective Teaching Practices: Participants will improve their ability to use questioning as a tool for student reflection, helping students connect content to their own experiences and the wider world."

This workshop, "AI in the Classroom: Bringing AI to Life in Education," introduces participants to the basics of artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing role in education. The session will cover various AI tools that assist with personalized learning. The workshop will be interactive, combining informative presentations with live demonstrations, group discussions, and practical exercises.The intended audience includes K-12 educators, school leaders, and education professionals who are new to AI but are eager to explore its potential. Participants will leave with a foundational understanding of AI and ready-to-implement strategies for improving their teaching and learning environments. 

Understand the Basics of AI
Gain a clear understanding of what artificial intelligence (AI) is and how it’s shaping classrooms today.

Discover AI Tools for Educators
Explore practical AI tools that can assist with grading, lesson planning, personalized learning, and more.

Gather Ideas for Classroom Integration
Walk away with actionable ideas on how to start using AI in your own teaching practices or administrative tasks.

There will be an interactive demonstration; you are encouraged to bring your own device and join in.


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In this workshop, participants will explore effective strategies for collaboration among educators to boost student engagement and achievement. We’ll focus on evidence-based practices that strengthen relationships within the school community. Attendees will leave with practical insights to create a supportive environment that fosters holistic student success. We are inviting everyone who are deeply committed to making a real difference in students' lives, regardless of their roles!

Learning Outcomes
1. Understanding Collaborative Strategies
2. Implementing Evidence-Based Practices
3. Creating Supportive Environments
4. Empowering Student Impact

This workshop is for teachers working with EAL students who have different language levels. It will present practical strategies to adapt lessons and use teamwork to support learning. Teachers will try hands-on activities, like creating group tasks and lesson plans, to help students of all levels feel included and improve their skills. This session is for teachers who want to learn and share techniques with the presenter and fellow teachers.

Learning outcomes
1. Learn some helpful ways to support EAL students with different skill levels.
2. Find out how to make lessons more inclusive and encourage teamwork in class.
3. Share and pick up ideas for adjusting teaching to fit all learners’ needs.

The workshop titled "Exploring Inclusivity: Strategies for Engaging All Learners" will delve into the principles and practices of inclusive pedagogy, emphasizing its significance in modern education. Participants will learn about various inclusive teaching strategies, such as differentiated instruction and discover how to foster a classroom environment that promotes belonging for all students. Designed for a diverse audience—educators from K-12 and higher education, administrators, educational support staff, teacher educators, and community members—the workshop aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills necessary to create more inclusive classrooms, ultimately improving learning outcomes for all students.


Learning outcomes
Enhanced Understanding of Inclusivity: Gain a clear understanding of inclusive pedagogy and its significance in education.
Practical Application of Inclusive Strategies: Identify and implement specific inclusive teaching strategies in the classroom.
Improved Collaborative Skills: Develop skills for facilitating collaborative learning experiences among diverse learners.

"I. Workshop Content
A. Introduction
Icebreaker activity to encourage networking among participants.
B. Brief overview of workshop objectives.
C. Presentation on ""Exploring Psychology in Language Learning and Teaching""

II. Workshop Style
Interactive and Sharing Environment: The presenter will not just present the content, but their will be questions and answers during the session, which means every participant is the presenter.

III. Intended Audience
Teachers of all grade levels, particularly those looking to enhance broaden their horizon relevant to psychology in learning and teaching.
" "By the end of this workshop, the participant will be able:
- develop their understanding of the psychology in learning and teaching.
- better their teaching in order to unlock the students' potentials. "

"Description of content:

Oracy Development for Children and Young Adults

Being a confident communicator and a strong team player are important qualities. There is a saying that says that two heads are better than one. The intelligence of humans is particularly communal, and language has allowed the students to have collective thinking, and it means thinking together (Cambridge, 2019).
Students should learn both to talk and through talk in order to improve their subject knowledge and understanding through classroom talk which has been planned, designed, and supported to allow students to learn skills needed to talk effectively. Oracy can be used across many different subjects to increase student achievement and outcomes (Simon, 2019).
For example, Oracy in science classrooms is important for helping students learn to clarify and explain their ideas which is a critical part of science communication. In addition, Oracy is important for math achievement because students must learn to rationalize their conclusion and communicate and respond to the arguments of others. There is evidence indicating that there is a strong connection between participating in math conversations and improved math achievement (Simon, 2019).
The purpose of this presentation will inform you about the knowledge and understanding of Oracy, how significant it is for Cambodian students and teachers to obtain and encourage Oracy skills and how do teachers develop Oracy in the classroom.

Workshop style:
The workshop style is constructivist. Participants involve in this workshop will be asked to generate their own answers through given questions and group interactions.

Intended audience:
Cambodian English teachers who wish to find innovative ways to improve their students Oracy skills, English team leaders or head teachers.

" The respective participants could define what is Oracy and its benefits, differentiate between learning to talk and learning through talk, and develop Oracy skills in the classroom.

This workshop aims to transform the way educators approach mathematics by focusing on strategies to eliminate math anxiety in students. We will explore hands-on activities, collaborative problem-solving techniques, and ways to create a math-positive classroom culture. The workshop will be interactive, including group discussions, role-playing scenarios, and practical demonstrations. The intended audience is elementary and middle school teachers who are passionate about making math accessible, fun, and less intimidating for students of all abilities.

Learning outcomes.
Participants will gain tools and strategies to reduce math anxiety in the classroom.
Teachers will learn hands-on and collaborative techniques to engage all students in math activities.
Attendees will discover how to create a positive and supportive classroom environment that fosters a love of math.
Participants will leave with practical ideas for integrating low-prep math activities that enhance student confidence and understanding.

Description of content, workshop style, and intended audience 

· I will share strategies that support language development, brain training and fun movement breaks that are inclusive for all learners.
· In this session participants will learn about creative movement principles inspired by Anne Green Gilbert in her approach to brain-compatible learning and movement education. Movement becomes a tool not only for physical development but also for improving literacy and language skills
· This session will be interactive. Participants will learn new movement concepts paired with corresponding rhymes; helping students connect physical actions with language. Movement patterns that cross the midline of the body stimulate neural connections that enhance both motor coordination and language comprehension.
· Early years to grade 3, teachers of MLL learners, inclusion teachers


Learning outcomes
1. Participants will learn a sequence of nursery rhymes that strengthen language skills, such as vocabulary acquisition, sentence structure, and verbal expression.
2. Participants will learn the creative dance movements that pair with nursery rhymes to enhance cognitive abilities like memory, focus, and comprehension through rhythmic patterns and cross-lateral movements.
3. Develop practical skills to deliver effective mini lessons integrating movement and rhyme into language instruction.

This will be an interactive session with teachers who wish to learn more about their important role in promoting students' mental health and well-being. Specifically, it will briefly cover the basic services that school counsellors provide to students and the significance of collaboration between teachers and school counsellors in the delivery of counselling and/or social and emotional learning services.    

At the end of the session, the participants are expected to:
a) appreciate and understand the importance of their role in promoting the well-being of their students, and;
b) learn the basic services provided by school counsellors and how teachers may take an active part in contributing to the success of these."

This interactive workshop introduces educators and STEM enthusiasts to the exciting world of F1 in Schools and 3D printing. Participants will explore how designing and racing miniature F1 cars engages students in STEM learning, teamwork, and problem-solving. The session includes a hands-on demonstration of 3D modeling in TinkerCAD, practical tips for integrating 3D printing into classrooms, and a quick-build paper car activity to simulate the student experience. Designed for educators working with students aged 8-18, this workshop is ideal for those seeking innovative, hands-on approaches to inspire the next generation of innovators and engineers.  

Learning outcomes

1. -Understand how the F1 in Schools program and 3D printing can be used to engage students in STEM learning and critical thinking.
2. -Gain hands-on experience with 3D modeling and design using TinkerCAD, suitable for classroom application.
3. -Learn strategies for incorporating teamwork, problem-solving, and project-based learning into STEM education.
4. -Explore practical activities and resources to implement F1 in Schools and 3D printing in their own educational settings."

This presentation explores how personal stories can break down barriers and build empathy. Participants will learn effective ways to share their narratives, amplify their voices, and create inclusive environments. Through inspiring examples, I will outline a step-by-step process for applying storytelling techniques. This session is ideal for educators, advocates, and anyone interested in using storytelling to create understanding and awareness. The goal is to equip attendees with practical strategies to promote empathy and help others articulate their own stories.


Learning outcomes
-Increased Confidence in Sharing Personal Narratives: Participants will gain the skills and confidence to articulate their own stories effectively.

-Enhanced Understanding of Storytelling Techniques: Participants will learn practical methods for crafting and sharing narratives that promote empathy and connection.

-Improved Skills in Amplifying Others’ Voices: Participants will develop techniques for helping others share their stories."

"This is a workshop designed to empower educators, parents, and school staff with essential tools and knowledge for supporting children with diverse needs. This workshop emphasizes early identification of developmental delays and highlights effective strategies for collaboration among key stakeholders to create a nurturing environment for every child's growth.

This workshop is ideal for teachers and staff involved in student development and support, school administrators aiming to strengthen student support processes, and professionals seeking effective tools for early identification and collaboration.

Learning outcomes
1. Participants will learn about the process of identifying students who need additional support and accommodations.
2. Participants will learn how to collaborate effectively with parents, teachers and schools to ensure early identification and support for students with potential developmental delays.
3. Participants will gain knowledge on the specific developmental milestones tracked by the app and how to recognize potential red flags for further evaluation."

This session is for language teachers to learn about existing frameworks of proficiency, how to use the proficiency targets to empower students, and to understand what students can really do with the language. This session allows teachers the opportunity to work together and discuss the use of communicative language objectives to provide meaningful, authentic contexts and goals for learning.    

The objectives are:
1. use communicative objectives (C.O.) meaningfully to contextualize language learning for students
2. use C.O. to provide dynamic, authentic learning goals for students
3. understand measurements of proficiency and what students can do at each level"

"This workshop will explore the principles and practices of Restorative Justice, focusing on fostering harmony and resolving conflicts in diverse international school settings. The session is designed for educators, counsellors, and other professionals in international schools who are seeking effective, culturally inclusive strategies to manage conflict and build harmonious learning communities.

Interactive and engaging, the workshop will combine a PowerPoint presentation with role-play exercises. Participants will step into real-life scenarios, practicing restorative dialogues and conflict resolution techniques to deepen their understanding and skills.

Learning Outcomes
- Develop practical skills for conflict resolution in a school setting
- Foster harmonious and inclusive school environments"

This workshop is designed to understand the impact of experiences and relationships in shaping early brain development through a game experience optimized for groups of 4-6 people per table.
Participants will play a tabletop game using Life Experience Cards and Building Blocks (straws, pipe cleaners, dice and weights), making choices that impact the growth of neural connections on brain architecture. They will understand how life experiences and social supports shape the developing brain in their early years.
Participants will be encouraged to facilitate discussions, share their insights, and reflect on the implications of brain science for early childhood education and parenting.

This workshop is ideal for all educators, early years teachers, parents or anyone interested in child development and learning.
Participants will gain insights into the impact of connections on early brain development.
Participants will recognize the significance of early experiences on cognitive development, and understand how to support healthy brain growth.
The workshop nurtures teamwork and critical thinking skills among participants.

Chatting is synonymous with interaction. One of the main premises of language learning is that learners must engage and interact with the target language in order to learn it. In this workshop, participants will explore how chatbots on free platforms such as Magic School and Mizou can be customized by teachers and students to increase the interactivity of the classroom. Participants will learn to create, and teach students to create their own chatbots that transform information and academic tasks into opportunities for interaction. Participants should be familiar with the basics of AI and should have some experience with using ChatGPT or other AI applications.

This session is probably most relevant for late elementary and middle school teachers.

Learning outcomes

1) Participants will gain proficiency with creating, and teaching students to create, chatbots for various purposes.
2) Participants will grow in their appreciation of the potential of chatbots to help students interact with an array of language and language-based tasks.
3) Participants will value play with emerging language teaching / learning tools.

Important Resources

Using AI Chatbots to Make Students Think About [Insert Topic Here]!
Educational Chatbot Sandbox
Designing Chatbots by Thinking About Purposes
Useful Prompts for Chatting with Chatbots

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