Keynote competition – check out your proposals!

Thank you all who participated in our Keynote competition! All your proposals can be read below. The winners have been chosen by a National Geographic Learning team, led by Tim Pearse, who launched the contest on the occasion of our Gateway to ELT conference back in March.

Keynote competition – check out your proposals!

Catalina Ilie, Colegiul Economic, Buzau, jud. Buzau

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about manners /respect/religion and the contrast between individuality and community many people have lost their sense of because belonging and are experiencing helplessness versus power to change.

Emilia Marina Alexe, Scoala Gimnaziala "Inv. Radu Ion ", Vadu-Parului, jud. Prahova

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about the beauties of our Earth and about our responsibilities to protect nature because it is important to live in a healthy world, to live in peace and harmony with nature.

Ana-Alina Grijac, Scoala gimnaziala "Laurentiu Ulici", Rona de Jos, jud. Maramures

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about poetry for children because children read less and we must show them the beauty of poetry.

Alina Orasan, Scoala Gimnaziala "Ion Pop Reteganul" Sincel, jud. Alba

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how my job as a teacher makes my life richer each day I learn something new from my students.

Andras Agnes, Liceul Teoretic "Tamasi Aron", Odorheiu Secuiesc, jud. Harghita

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about benefits of using intelligent devices at school, because it is obvious that we have to deal with the existence of these devices at school.

Anghel Valeria, Shakespeare School, Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how watching one TED talk a day changed my life, because I would like everyone to take up this habit!

Iulia Maria Banciu, Scoala Gimnaziala, Zabratau, jud. Covasna

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about ATTITUDE, because I consider it one of the key concepts in learning.

Boeriu Eleonora, Liceul Tehnologic "Stefan Manciulea" Blaj, jud. Alba

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how to become more efficient in teaching in a technological high school, because I have been teaching for 14 years.

Sorana Bojuc Teodorescu, Scoala Gimnaziala "Lucian Blaga", Satu Mare, jud. Satu Mare

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about the way students can influence a teacher and methods of teaching because a teacher who stops learning from his/her students ceases to be a teacher.

Boncea Izabela, Liceul Teoretic "Emil Botta", Adjud, jud. Focsani

If I were to give a TED talk, it would be about how I learnt from my pupils to find the right way of making them learn right from their own questions, both the silly or stupid and the most intelligent ones! Their questions guide my teaching throughout an English class without them realizing that they teach me to teach them learning how and what to learn.

Bularca Liliana, Scoala Gimnaziala „Mihail Sadoveanu", Intorsura Buzaului, jud. Covasna

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how to motivate children to learn to learn languages, because It is the most important problem for Romanian teachers.

Buzarnescu Rodica, Colegiul National "Carol I", Craiova, jud. Dolj

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about turning stress into solutions because stress negatively influences the quality of our daily life.

Cocan Catalina, Scoala Gimnaziala "Alexandru Vaida-Voevod", Cluj-Napoca, jud. Cluj

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about embracing mistakes in learning languages, because making mistakes is proof of making progress.

Constantin Florina Stefania, Liceul Tehnologic, Fierbinti-Targ, jud. Ialomita

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about telling parents to allow their children to break, spoil, paint, mix their toys (in order to make them "more beautiful") because these things boost the children's imagination and creativity.

Dumitrescu Corina Ileana, Scoala Aletheea, Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about the importance of setting limits for children in the family environment, because it is vital for their development.

Enikő Egyed- Zsigmond, Liceul Teoretic „Bolyai Farkas", Targu Mures, jud. Mures

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about to whom/what we compare ourselves; our measures, because it is fascinating how much people are determined by who/what they want to resemble to.

Gatiu Elena, freelance English teacher, Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about self-awareness because it can have a beneficial ripple effect on larger communities as it can be conducive to tolerance. My main point is that if individuals understood themselves, they would understand the ones around them, thus being more inclined to accept otherness. We are all in the same boat, after all.

Enache Roxana, Scoala Gimnaziala Nr. 1, Berceni, jud. Ilfov

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about the importance of traditional dances, because we should never forget who we really are.

Ene Cristina Ioana, Docentisimo Educational Centre, Otopeni, jud. Ilfov

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about introverted Teachers, because it is time to break the stereotype.

Frinculeasa Emilia, Liceul Teoretic "Radu Vladescu", Buzau, jud. Buzau

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about Politeness and Good Manners in the 21st Century because it would be an interesting and necessary topic to address and research.

Gavrila Flori-Camelia, Scoala Gimnaziala Nr. 1, Voluntari, jud. Ilfov

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about new learning methods, because new approaches need new learning methods.

Georgescu Lacramioara, International House, Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about persuasion, because it is interesting/challenging to "teach a man how to fish and you will feed him for a lifetime".

Biciusca irina, Scoala Gimnaziala "Dimitrie Pacurariu", Scheia, jud. Suceava

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about new media: friend or foe? Because nowadays people in general and children in particular seem to be addicted to the new media. The problem is that new media does not always offer the best models and perspectives which should be followed by children and teenagers. People have a lot of information, it is very easy and comfortable to use new technology or gadgets, but I think that all this freedom causes us several damages in terms of virtue, general health and real socialization.

Leucian Cristiana, Colegiul National "Decebal" Deva, jud. Hunedoara

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how I could encourage students to love foreign languages, because as a young teacher of English and French, I want to make my students succeed in life and, at the same time, improve my teaching style.

Mares Iulia Georgiana, Scoala Gimnaziala Sateni, Aninoasa, jud. Dambovita

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about the impact of mind power on human life, because adopting a positive thinking can help people get what they wish for (no matter it is about career, family or health). People have to learn how to control their thoughts so that they are successful.

Bogatean Maria, Seminarul Teologic Ortodox, Cluj-Napoca, jud. Cluj

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about adults can still from stories and games because we are never too old to invent them, to listen to them or to play them.

Mihaescu Ana, Colegiul Tehnic "Carol I", Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about The Social Networking Sites Bullying, because I consider that too much virtual socialization can damage.

Milon Laura, Colegiul National de Arta "George Apostu", Bacau, jud. Bacau

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about human relationships in today's world, because paradoxically, by communicating more people are heading towards alienation.

Moldovan Ciprian, Scoala Gimnaziala, Aricesti-Rahtivani, jud. Prahova

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about after 20 years of teaching, because It offer the inside point of view.

Munteanu Ionela, Scoala Gimnaziala "Apostol D. Culea", Suditi, jud. Ialomita

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how to teach children to have a vision of their future and fight for it if we plant today we'll harvest tomorrow.

Muresan Ramona Andreea, Scoala Gimnaziala „Dr. Victor Babeș", Baia Mare, jud. Maramures

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about inspiring children through English lessons because this is what really makes a difference in turning them into pro-active people and language learners.

Musat Cornelia Mariana, Scoala Gimnaziala "Nicolae Titulescu", Caracal, jud Olt

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about treating children with respect and listening to their needs because they are humans just like the grown-ups and we don't have to say: "Oh, he's just a child! It doesn't matter what he says." Their opinions are very important; they tell the truth because they are innocent. It shouldn't matter their religion, if they are rich or poor, black or white. They are human beings.

Nicola Ana, Scoala Gimnaziala "Mihai Viteazu", Strehaia, jud. Mehedinti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about the joy of being a teacher, because I love working with children.

Daniela Orhei, Scoala Gimnaziala Nr.10, Suceava, jud. Suceava

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how I teach my students to love reading books more than playing computer games, because reading develops many skills.

Pécsi Kinga, Liceul Teoretic "Nagy Mózes", Targu Secuiesc, jud. Covasna

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about Multiple Intelligences in the classroom because while teaching, I think it is important to pay attention to each learner's learning style. This way the result should be more impressive.

Oana Predoiu, GATE Learning Center, Brasov, jud. Brasov

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about fighting prejudices of any kind. Because it is important and motivating to know that you can succeed against all odds, and more than that – the way they did it.

Puscasu Oana-Alexandra, Scoala Gimnaziala, Ardeoani, jud. Bacau

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about women's rights in a world dominated by prejudices and stereotypes, because women have been considered for too long as being inferior to men, from all points of view. Moreover, a woman's value is mistakenly seen in relation to her marital status: a single woman will always be judged for her choice of living alone.

Radu Ioana, Liceul Teoretic "Gheorghe Lazar ", Avrig, jud. Sibiu

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about Victor Frankl and Nadia Comaneci, because they inspire me.

Radulescu Melania, Liceul Tehnologic "Dr. C. Angelescu", Gaesti, jud. Arges

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about environment, because It is a subject up to date and very important for our future lives.

Sardarescu Carmen, Colegiul National de Informatica "Matei Basarab", Rm. Valcea, jud Valcea

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how to be successful at school nowadays, because many students are demotivated.

Sburlan Dana, Colegiul National "Spiru Haret", Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about facing teacher fears, such as pushing students' limits, because It is worth the experience, as you may have the surprise to see it works.

Strat Mihaela, Scoala Gimnaziala, Luizi–Calugara, jud. Bacau

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about creativity in class, because my students are learning more in classes in which they can use their creativity.

Cimpean Teodora, Centrul Scolar de Educatie Incluziva, Alba Iulia, jud. Alba

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about what being a teacher truly means, because most young people would choose any other profession today because they are more interested in the materialistic benefits.

Nastasi Tinela Corina, Colegiul Național "Mihai Eminescu", Suceava, jud. Suceava

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about how to teach students to make oral presentations in a convincing and professional way because I think they lack this skill. They are used to "reciting" the information they are learning (a habit acquired from the other subjects.)

Toma Irina, Automobile Dacia, Pitesti, jud. Arges

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about unusual love stories, because no doubts everybody experienced this.

Vasile Elena-Raluca, Scoala Gimnaziala, Voinesti, jud. Dambovita

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about school dropout, because in our school we have a lot of cases of school dropout because student's parents leave to another country to work and the students stay with their grandparents or other relatives who don't take care of them and then they give up to school.

Vladescu Irina, Scoala Gimnaziala "Heliade Radulescu", Bucuresti

If I were to give a TED Talk, it would be about happiness and several ways of achieving it, because most people in this world grow old without experiencing happiness.

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