Robert Ansell, Director of Studies at a school in Shanghai, chose to study for an MA in Education with the University of Derby's Online Learning programme. Here, he answers some frequently asked questions about the online learning experience.

This month we spoke to Jacob Durham-Moran who attended Dubai English Speaking School. Today, Jacob works as a Paediatric Nurse at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

How can you keep up to date with professional practice? Dr Siobhan Neary from the International Centre for Guidance Studies (iCeGS) at the University of Derby has some tips...

There are fashions in education, and fads, and weak arguments. Is ‘personalisation’ of learning robust, or poorly evidenced? Tim Oates, a speaker at the 37th COBIS Annual Conference, argues that it should be subjected to a lot more scrutiny than it has been.

How can we encourage parents to engage with their children's reading? There is no magic answer according to Abigail Steel but there are some tips you can reflect upon to help foster a love of reading...

China is the fastest growing large international schools market with nearly 600 schools but what’s it like to lead a school in China? Barry Speirs spoke to 20 school leaders to find out. 

Isabella Wallace explains how Talk-less teaching can improve outcomes for learners from nursery to university. 

Meet Peter, a Senior Principal currently working at an international Kindergarten in Beijing. 

Mike Serridge discusses the pros and cons of different styles of fume cupboards for the Secondary School science lab

Alex Kortland shares the Top 10 foods missed by British expats - does your favourite make the list? (Sponsored)

GL Education's new report on wellbeing in international schools outlines how high expectations and a lack of confidence in learning ability can negatively impact student wellbeing.

Gill Budgell offers some tips on entering the digital world when it comes to supporting the teaching of reading skills. 

Emma took 10 weeks of unpaid leave from her teaching job at a British school in the Netherlands to train teachers in Malawi. Here, she shares her enlightening story with us. 

David Richards, EAL Coordinator at a British school in Moscow, gives his three top strategies for supporting students 

Effective interior design combined with high-quality contemporary furniture systems which facilitate and promote pupil-centred learning can help change attitudes towards STEM according to Mike Serridge. (Sponsored)

An introduction to Jerudong International School, on the island of Borneo, where students are encouraged to drive their own progress and achievement. 

Help boost your students’ confidence in their university applications with Georgia Tindale's list of useful tactics

Lisa Ashes reflects on the learnings from a recent COBIS EAL (English as an Additional Language) training seminar which took place in Kenya. 

Engagement in online peer observation, especially when it comes to teaching, can lead directly to improvements in the student experience according to Nicholas Bowskill from the University of Derby.

Jonathan Ullmer reflects on his first term as a Head in Kazakhstan.

Barry Speirs describes his unique approach to the appraisal of the headteacher.

Are you finding it hard to get your students excited about writing? Anna Whiteley has some tips for building enthusiasm about writing in the classroom.  

Harry, a talented Year 11 student at a school in Liverpool, recently completed a week of work experience with COBIS. Here's how he got on...

How would you like your new school building to look? Did it turn our as you envisaged? Gareth Long shares his experiences of working with international schools on new builds.

Sarah Haythornthwaite writes about the importance of improving student perceptions of STEM subjects in international schools

Amy Mander explains how the Global Goals can teach young people that they have the power to change the world.

Dr Craig Kissock outlines why it's important that teachers in international schools have a recognised teaching qualification. 

Do your students have a social media presence? Of course they do. Simon Noakes provides us with some useful tips on the safe use of social when it comes to children. 

John Martin explores why 'Brand Britain' is thriving when it comes to global education

What are we doing to support the next generation of entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs in our school? David Harkin has an important message.

Matthew Hastings with some ideas on how schools can get ahead of the game by embracing digital!

Martin Baker and Mike Glanville ask, "who is responsible for safeguarding in an international school?". 

Has your school got a school video club? Read Charlie Gauvain's 6-point guide to help schools encourage students to lead on the production of video content.

Carolyn Savage with some top tips for how schools can support parents who have just moved to a new country.

A short time experiencing British education in the UK can have many benefits for international students according to Mark Jeynes.

Ollie Tunmer writes about the importance of music and creativity in international schools.

MacKenzie Hovermale shares her 10 top tips for choosing the right admissions system for your school.

Pat Moores advises COBIS students on what they can expect from university life in the UK.