407 Learning Back-To-School Series
27 August - 24 September 2025
Four online sessions, One purpose.
💡All sessions led by Apple Professional Learning Specialists
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All online sessions are led by Apple Professional Learning Specialists
Reignite Your Passion for Teaching with 407 Learning’s Back-to-School Workshop Series!
Dates: 27 August, 3 September, 10 September, 24 September [ONLINE]
Time: 15:00 - 16:00 (GMT +7)
Fee: Free of Charge
Get ready to energize your classroom and empower your students like never before.
Designed for educators across Southeast Asia and beyond, this inspiring online series offers hands-on, practical learning you can put into action immediately, all led by Apple Professional Learning Specialists.
Join a vibrant community of forward-thinking teachers, and explore how Apple technology can elevate your teaching and spark creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in every learner. Whether you're looking to refresh your skills or try something entirely new, this is your chance to connect, create, and transform your classroom experience.
Let’s kick off the school year with innovation, inspiration, and impact together!
Session 1: Creativity with iPad
27 August 2025
Learn how iPads empower students as creators and storytellers using Apple Pencil for drawing, annotation, and markup. Quickly create engaging movies with Apple Clips and produce professional podcasts using Voice Memos and GarageBand. Unlock your students’ creativity, allowing them to show their learning in a variety of ways.
Session 2: Innovate Through STEAM Learning
3 September 2025
Guest Presenters: Steve Katz & Jose O'Donovan
Ignite curiosity and critical thinking with STEAM tools. Explore, creative coding with OctoStudio, and Swift Playground. Perfect for educators looking to integrate STEAM into their classroom.
Session 3: AI & Apple Intelligence
10 September 2025
Guest Presenter: Benjamin Sheridan
Step into the future of learning with Apple Intelligence. Explore how Writing Tools can support effective communication, learn to integrate Image Playground for visual storytelling, and understand how the ChatGPT integration can integrate even more powerful machine learning tools. We'll discuss practical applications, ethical considerations, and strategies for maintaining authentic learning
Session 4: Lead Innovation in Your School
24 September 2025
Guest Presenter: Benjamin Sheridan
This session explores how school leaders can reshape teaching and learning through the strategic use of Apple technologies. Discover how to build educator capacity, foster a culture of innovation, and create sustainable change that enhances student learning and empowers your school community.
ONLINE SESSION HOSTS
Steve Jackman
Senior Consultant, 407 Learning
An EdTech Consultant with nearly 20 years of experience in K–12 education. He helps educators implement digital tools and generative AI creatively and ethically. With an MSc in Digital Education from the University of Edinburgh, he’s also an Apple Professional Learning Specialist passionate about practical, innovative teaching.
Dr. Jessica Hale
International Educator
With 20+ years of experience in international schools across Asia. She’s an Apple Distinguished Educator and Professional Learning Specialist, with a doctorate in Global Educational Leadership. Her work focuses on innovation, curriculum design, pedagogy, and technology integration.
GUEST PRESENTERS
Steve Katz
Technology Coordinator at The International School of Kuala Lumpur
An innovative leader focused on meaningful tech integration, digital wellness, and professional learning. He’s the Elementary Tech Coordinator at The International School of Kuala Lumpur and delivers PD and workshops internationally.
Learning Technology Coach
An international educator with 10+ years of experience in EdTech and digital strategy. As a Learning Technology Coach and Apple Professional Learning Specialist, he supports schools in using tech to enhance learning. He’s passionate about STEAM, Maker Spaces, and hands-on, creative education.
Jose O'Donovan
Benjamin Sheridan
Elementary Principal, The American School of Kinshasa & Director of Learning for 407 Learning
An experienced educator and leader with a focus on digital strategy and professional learning. Currently Principal at the American School of Kinshasa and Director of Learning at 407 Learning, he brings over 20 years of global experience and is an Apple Distinguished Educator pursuing a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership
Get Connected
Join a community of innovative leaders and educators. Advance educational practice and design the future of learning, together.
Learn More
This workshop series is facilitated by 407 Learning - a certified Apple Learning Provider, and Apple Professional Learning Specialists.
For more info, reach out to info@407learning.com.