In this episode of the podcast, we engage in a lively conversation with Leisa Grace Wilson, an educator and leader based in Abu Dhabi. We discuss Leisa's journey from the UK to the Middle East, the challenges and opportunities of leading in a culturally diverse environment, and the rapid pace of educational reform in the region.
Leisa shares insights on the importance of community for educators, the role of her platform Teach Middle East, and the impact of her podcast. The conversation also touches on the significance of using LinkedIn for professional growth and the courage it takes to pivot in one's career.
Find out more about Leisa and her work via the links below:
Teach Middle East Magazine
Leisa Grace Linkedin
The Middle East School Leadership Conference
The AI in Education Summit 2025
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:45 Leisa's Journey to the Middle East
06:29 Cultural Navigation in Leadership
09:18 Rapid Development in Abu Dhabi's Education
12:27 Future-Proofing Education
19:59 Teach Middle East: A Resource for Educators
22:36 Creating Community for Educators
26:11 The Importance of Staff Rooms and Community Spaces
30:02 The Importance of Social Interaction in Education
31:40 Insights from the Teach Middle East Podcast
34:20 The Passion Behind Podcasting
37:26 The Value of Long-Form Conversations
39:49 Understanding Educational Leadership
41:55 Personalised Professional Development in Education
46:20 Creating Meaningful Connections at Events
56:42 Leveraging LinkedIn for Educators
01:00:42 The Courage to Pivot in EducationThanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you.
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