John Bray

Director of Learning

Mentor. Facilitator, Leader. Director of Learning at iArticulate. I have been working in Education for 20 years, including 13 years internationally. I currently lead Learning Development at iArticulate, an organisation that collaborates with schools and educators to assist them in evaluating and developing their IB pedagogy and practice. I also work as a learning facilitator at School of Humanity.

Recent articles from John Bray

  1. Strategies for leaders who want to employ an outside voice, success stories from the field.

    In this final research piece, John Bray, Director of Learning at @iArticulate reviews the benefits of being receptive to outside voices.

    • Alumni Engagement,
    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Leadership Coaching,
    • Research in Education,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership,
    • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation
    Read article 3 minute read
    John Bray
  2. Why are outside voices effective? The psychological appreciation of a new voice

    In the second of this series, John Bray, Director of Learning @ iArticulate, considers why we are drawn to new voices and why we can experience an aversion to familiarity.

    • Alumni Engagement,
    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Leadership Coaching,
    • Research in Education,
    • School Leadership
    Read article 4 minute read
    John Bray
  3. The benefit of outside perspectives and the importance of supporting your team's voice.

    In the first of this three-part series, John Bray, Director of Learning @ iArticulate, explores the advantages of seeking outside perspectives and how these can positively impact your team.

    • Alumni Engagement,
    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Leadership Coaching,
    • Research in Education,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership
    Read article 2 minute read
    John Bray
  4. Leading Change in International Schools: Embracing Authenticity and the Learner Profile

    In this article, John Bray, Director of Learning @ iArticulate, explores the benefits of making the Learner Profile a priority.

    • Alumni Engagement,
    • Continued Professional Development,
    • Curriculum & Assessment,
    • Leadership Coaching,
    • Research in Education,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership,
    • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation
    Read article 2 minute read
    John Bray
  5. Modelling communication and the IB Learner Profile through leadership practice

    In this article, John Bray reflects on one learner profile characteristic and how School and Programme Leaders can model practice in their community while developing their own leadership skills

    • Curriculum & Assessment,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • School Leadership
    Read article 2 minute read
    John Bray
  6. Reflecting on Gary Neville, grades and leading the process of learning

    In this article, John Bray considers whether it's time to shift focus away from grades and exams, arguing that amidst debates over A-level grades and their significance, it's crucial to revisit a fundamental message: "Focus on the process, on your growth as a learner and person; your grades will take care of themselves"

    • Curriculum & Assessment,
    • School Culture & Community Engagement,
    • Teaching Theory, Practice & Implementation
    Read article 4 minute read
    John Bray
  7. Leadership, what can we learn from computer games?

    Is a year in the life of a School Leader comparable to a computer game? John Bray draws parallels between gaming strategies and effective leadership, emphasizing growth, feedback, and community-building

    • Continued Professional Development,
    • School Leadership
    Read article 2 minute read
    John Bray

John Bray's recent questions

  1. What professional learning would enable you to be a pedagogical leader within International Baccalaureate programmes?

    • Continued Professional Development
    4 answers
    Asked by: John Bray on 18/08/2023
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