2024 CEESA CONFERENCE
Expanding Horizons: Fostering Inclusive Education through
Universal Design for Learning, and Technology
March 14-16, 2024 • Malta
CEESA is coming to Malta!
The 34th Annual CEESA Conference is making history by being hosted on the Mediterranean island of Malta for the first time, in partnership with Quality Schools International.
Join us for a deep dive into the conference theme “Expanding Horizons: Fostering Inclusive Education through Universal Design for Learning, and Technology”, set against the rich cultural heritage of Malta and its beauty. The conference will bring together a community of international educators, school leaders, consultants, researchers and leading businesses and organizations supporting international schools.
UDL (Universal Design for Learning)
The conference agenda is centered around exploring Universal Design for Learning (UDL) whose core principles strive to create inclusive and equitable educational experiences for all learners, regardless of their abilities, backgrounds or needs.
Participants will have the opportunity to examine the latest research and best practices that enable the design of curriculum, materials and environments to support the diverse learning styles and preferences of students.
Inclusion
We focus on the importance of inclusion and fostering an educational environment where every student, regardless of difference or disability, can reach their full potential.
Technology in Education
We aim to inspire dynamic discussions on the integration of technology in education, focusing on relevant issues such as AI and cyber security. By harnessing the power of technology, we can create learning environments that empower every student to succeed.
Speakers


John is currently the Primary Technology for Learning Coordinator International School of Geneva – La Châtaigneraie
John is a trainer – course designer at the Principal Training Center – Teacher Training Center and Farai Education Group Consultant and Coach.
John has 29 years experience as an educator in Education and Media Technology in International Schools (Africa, Asia & Europe), of which 18 years in school leadership as an IT Director, Director of eLearning, Head of Education and Media Technology and Deputy Principal.


Lee Ann Jung, PhD, is founder of Lead Inclusion, Clinical Professor at San Diego State University, and a consultant to schools worldwide. A former special education teacher and administrator, Lee Ann now spends her time in schools, working shoulder-to-shoulder with teams in their efforts to improve systems and practice. She has consulted with schools in more than 30 countries and throughout the United States in the areas of universal design for learning, inclusion, intervention, and mastery assessment and grading.
Lee Ann is the author of 7 books, numerous journal articles and book chapters on inclusion, universal design, and assessment. She serves on the advisory board for Mastery Transcript Consortium, as section editor of the Routledge Encyclopedia of Education, and on the editorial board member for several professional journals.
In her community, Lee Ann is a board member for Life Adventure Center, a local nonprofit with a mission of healing for those who have experienced trauma.


Dominique Smith, Ed.D. is Chief of Educational Services and Teacher Support at Health Sciences High and Middle College in San Diego, California. Smith is passionate about creating school environments that honor and empower students. His research and instruction focuses on restorative practices, classroom management, growth mindset, and the culture of achievement.
Dominique also provides professional learning to K-12 teachers in small and large groups that address classroom and school climate and organization. He holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from San Diego State University with an emphasis on equity as well as a Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California.
Dominique also holds credentials from San Diego State University in administrative services, child welfare, PPS, and attendance. Smith has been recognized with the National School Safety Award from the School Safety Advocacy Council. In 2018, he delivered a TED Talk on building relationships between students and teachers.


Sanja Tarczay was born in Zagreb, as a deaf child in a deaf family and later became Deafblind. In 1994, she established the Croatian Association of Deafblind Persons "Dodir" where she currently serves as the president. Sanja is the creator of a Croatian Sign Language course, courses for Service Support Providers (SSPs), courses for Deafblind interpreters and the founder of the Croatian Sign Language Interpreting Centre.
Since 2008, Sanja has been the practicum leader for a module on Deafblindness at the Faculty of Education and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Zagreb, where she earned her PhD in 2014, making her the first Deafblind person in Croatia to be awarded a Doctorate.
From 2013 until 2022 Sanja served as the president of the European Deafblind Union. In 2022 she was elected as the president of the World Federation of the Deafblind.
Sanja's lifelong mission to promote the rights of Deafblind persons to equality, accessibility and inclusive education has earned her a number of awards and honours. Among these was the special honour she received in 2015 by the President of the Republic of Croatia for extraordinary services to healthcare, social welfare and the promotion of social values for the quality of life of Deafblind persons in Croatia and the world.
Sanja is fluent in five sign languages, as well as in Croatian and English.


Conference venue
The Westin Dragonara Resort
Overlooking the Mediterranean sea on a natural peninsula in St Julian’s, The Westin Dragonara Resort provides an exquisite environment for networking and relaxation.
With spacious rooms, a range of fantastic dining options and luxurious amenities including a private beach, multiple swimming pools and a spa, you can find the perfect balance of work and leisure.
Conference with a touch of luxury.
LIMITED ROOMS AVAILABLE!
Book now to secure your room and benefit from the significant discount compared to the market rate!