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Global Student Success Forum

Cultivating growth from high school to higher education 

Wednesday, October 25 & Thursday, October 26, 2023

Experiences of Global Student Success Forum participants

Global Student Success Forum

Public Education Sector Event

Organized by Rosedale International Education, the Global Student Success Forum on October 25 offers timely conversations with education sector changemakers across themes of learning innovation, student entrepreneurship and career design, pathways and experiential programs, and sector trends. It’s time to reshape the future of global education—and we invite you to join our global education community to engage in strengthening education practices and empowering our future leaders.

The diverse program with expert-led dialogue from leading global universities explores student-centred and evidence-based practices through:

  • Panel Discussions with speakers from: MIT, University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, National University of Singapore, McGill University, and University of Waterloo
  • A timely Keynote Address on our sector from Dr. John Malloy
  • Dynamic Presentations to support learning and development for education practitioners, including from Professor Andreas Schleicher of the OECD
  • Interact with sector peers through chat and Q&A on the event platform

Confirmed Speakers To Date

Keynote Presentation

Dr. John Malloy


Former Assistant Deputy Minister of Student Achievement with the Ministry of Education in Ontario, Canada; former Director of Education at the Toronto District School Board; current Superintendent with the San Ramon Valley Unified School District in California

Keynote Presentation | Evolution of Education: Competency Development and Differentiated Learning for the Next Generation

In this keynote, Dr. Malloy discusses his lived experience as an educator in both the Canadian and American education systems, his reflections on the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and its emphasis on competency development and differentiated learning, and will address the key strengths he believes every student must have to enter the next generation of learning and career pathways. 

Theme Presentation

Professor Andreas Schleicher


Director of Education and Skills and Special Advisor on Education Policy to the Secretary General, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)

Theme Presentation | Empowering Education: Navigating the Digital Landscape with Learner Ownership

In this presentation, Professor Schleicher discusses how technology can be leveraged, and how it must not change the personal and relational nature of learning, and that ethics and standards must be adopted and understood. We know that the engagement of students by teachers is critical to student success, and that student voice, choice, and agency must be fostered to create new global leaders.

Panel 1—From applicant to admitted:

Navigating the competitive admissions landscape of the world’s leading universities

Prestigious universities earn their ranking—in part—by being highly selective in the admissions process, matching students and programs to ensure an outstanding university student experience both in, and out, of the classroom. Beyond rank and reputation, how does a student choose the “right” university for them when each has its own culture and ethos? In this panel, leaders from top universities discuss focus, fit, and future—together we’ll explore what students, their families, and guidance counsellors should consider when navigating the admissions process of these highly competitive institutions.

Inayat Patel
University of Cambridge


International Regional Manager

Zorian Wong
The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology


Manager of Undergraduate Recruitment

Nicolas David
McGill University


International Recruitment Officer

Panel 2—Future STEM:

Exploring the breadth of university programs that support careers in emerging and growth industries

As disruptive technology continues to transform industry, universities are adapting their programming to better equip students for the evolving job market. This panel explores the breadth of opportunities available to students in top-tier university STEM programs, with a focus on innovative approaches and experiential learning opportunities offered by these programs, including: Entrepreneurship, emerging industries, and strategies for preparing the next generation of STEM professionals to succeed in this dynamic landscape.

Dr. Deborah Liverman
MIT


Executive Director, Career Advising and Professional Development

Professor Say Song Goh
National University of Singapore


Dean of Admissions

Jake Ganymede
Imperial College London


International Officer

Tony Munro
University of Waterloo


Manager, International Recruitment and Partnerships

Explore our schedule of events:

Global Student Success Forum

Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Time

Session

Description

Speaker(s)

8:00 - 8:05 a.m.
Opening Remarks
8:05 - 8:20 a.m.
Keynote Address
In this keynote, Dr. Malloy discusses his lived experience as an educator in both the Canadian and American education systems, his reflections on the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) and its emphasis on competency development and differentiated learning, and will address the key strengths he believes every student must have to enter the next generation of learning and career pathways.
Dr. John Malloy, former Assistant Deputy Minister of Student Achievement with the Ontario Ministry of Education in Ontario; former Director of Education at TDSB; current Superintendent with the San Ramon Valley Unified School District in California
8:20 - 8:30 a.m.
Student Success at Rosedale Global High School
Rosedale International Education
8:30 - 9:15 a.m.
Panel Session 1 | From applicant to admitted: Navigating the competitive admissions landscape of the world's leading universities
Prestigious universities earn their ranking—in part—by being highly selective in the admissions process, matching students and programs to ensure an outstanding university student experience both in, and out, of the classroom. Beyond rank and reputation, how does a student choose the “right” university for them when each has its own culture and ethos? In this panel, leaders from top universities discuss focus, fit, and future—together we’ll explore what students, their families, and guidance counsellors should consider when navigating the admissions process of these highly competitive institutions.
Speakers from: University of Cambridge, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, McGill University
9:15 - 9:25 a.m.
Tea Break
9:25 - 10:10 a.m.
Panel Session 2 | Future STEM: Exploring the breadth of university programs that support careers in emerging and growth industries
As disruptive technology continues to transform industry, universities are adapting their programming to better equip students for the evolving job market. This panel explores the breadth of opportunities available to students in top-tier university STEM programs, with a focus on innovative approaches and experiential learning opportunities offered by these programs, including: Entrepreneurship, emerging industries, and strategies for preparing the next generation of STEM professionals to succeed in this dynamic landscape.
Speakers from: MIT, Imperial College London, National University of Singapore, University of Waterloo
10:10 - 10:20 a.m.
Featured Announcement
Rosedale International Education
10:20 - 10:45 a.m.
Theme Presentation: The OECD & PISA
In this presentation, Professor Schleicher discusses how technology can be leveraged, and how it must not change the personal and relational nature of learning, and that ethics and standards must be adopted and understood. Engagement in the AI-era is critical—learners and teachers must be engaged to benefit from AI empowerment and we must take an active vs. passive approach to embracing disruptive technology. We know that the engagement of students by teachers is critical to student success, and that student voice, choice, and agency must be fostered to create new global leaders.
Professor Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills, and Special Advisor on Education Policy, OECD
10:45 - 10:50 a.m.
Closing Remarks