On the 28th May, you have the chance to be part of a unique global phenomenon. Technology, Entertainment and Design (TED) talks have become associated with inspirational leadership and high profile speakers from around the world. Now, TED is coming to Yorkshire!

We have the honour of hosting TEDxPocklingtonED. There is a fantastic line up of professional speakers from across the UK and US and they are landing in Pocklington to share their thoughts and offer a different perspective on business and client engagement.

The event is based around communication and technology. We have speakers from Apple, Google and Microsoft along with thought leaders, teachers, spoken word professionals, international artists and even a UN investigator.

To buy tickets visit http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/For more information visit our TEDx page

PocklingtonED

Current technology andcontemporary communication

Innovative ways to thinkoutside the ordinary

Educational learning anddevelopment techniques

Digital world interactionand communication

We aim to provide inspiration on:

28th May 20158.45am - 5.30pm

Pocklington SchoolYO42 2NJ

AimOur aim is to highlight how people can embrace lifelong learning and creative education to further their personal and business development.

We are interested in showcasing the evolution of learning through generations and how new technology and mental development can make a significant difference to everyone from students to business leaders.

Focus• Communication, verbal and visual to aid individual and group learning• Inspiration to think differently for personal and business development• Using the senses to enhance development• Latest technology pushing the boundaries of education and discussion• Music, poetry and rhyme to reinforce learning• Art and the role artists play through visual communication

During the dayA day of learning and education; everyone sees something different in the world around us. We are bringing together great minds from different industries and walks of life. Just as they will give their take on the world and topics, we want people to record what they see and hear in different ways.

Artists will be set up in different locations around the theatre, sketching and visually recording the event. Musicians will be playing and creating music to align with the event’s tone and feel, enhancing the atmosphere and memory of the event. Speakers will be recorded on camera to document their ideas and share them with the wider world after the event.

Two of our speakers will be signing copies of their books after the event; Jacky Fitt, the author of ”How to get inside someones mind and stay there”, and Eric Hunter, the author of “The Sherlock Syndrome”.

OutcomeWe hope to unite bright minds - our next generation of business leaders and active members of national and international business communities.

Each speaker will be showcased on film and broadcast to a global audience on one of the most influential platforms in the world. TED has hosted some of the foremost thought-provoking business and industry leaders from around the planet, from Bill Gates to Sir Ken Robinson and Stephen Hawking.

Leading technology designers Inspirational speakers

Business leaders International visual artists

Spoken word poets Social media communicators

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8.45 Arrival and registration Guests arrive at Pocklington School and register at the Sir Tom Stoppard Theatre.

9.30 Initial communicationElly Fiorentini - BBC Radio York

An introduction to the day from our Compere, followed by a few words from Pocklington School Headmaster, Mark Ronan.

9.40 Thoughts for the dayEric Hunter - Author “The Sherlock Syndrome”

Outlining our diverse mentalities; arts, technology and education, embracing new methods of communication when it comes to learning in both education and business.

10.00 The future of learningJon Tait - Deputy Head Teacher, Acklam GrangePaul K Ainsworth - Education Leader

Insights into new ways of thinking and learning for our education system, an overview of the flip learning concept and benefits to both students and teachers.

10.40 Refreshment break Tea, coffee and biscuits.Music and Art during the break.

11.00 Power of the spoken wordRose Drew- Anthropologist and poetAlan Gillott - PoetLaurence O’Reilly - PoetCharli Goodfellow - Poet

Showcasing the philosophy behind slam poetry from conception to the present day. Communication and education through the spoken word art form with tailored performances from speaker poets.

11.40 TED insights Streaming selected TED talks:Rita Pierson: Every kid needs a championChristopher Emdin: Teach teachers how to create magic

12.00 Lunchtime refreshments Two course lunch to be served in the Pocklington School Food Hall. Served and prepared by the Hog and Apple.

1.00 Ideas for mobile successRaja Saggi - Head of B2B Marketing,Google UK

Marketers have already invested in building mobile optimised sites to cater to growing smartphone usage. Tips on how marketers can adapt their sites to be successful in this multi-screen world.

1.20 The 7 Steps of Innovation in EducationAnja-Karina Pahl - Programme Director,The Future of Inspiration CIC

The art of learning using online platforms and gamification, highlighting how different methods of engagement can make education fun and interactive.

1.40 The ‘Give to Get’ philosophyJacky Fitt - Author “How to get inside someone’s mind and stay there”

In order to receive we must first give. An introduction in to understanding how we can build trust, engage in the creative process and ‘give and get’ with people and in business.

2.00 Education through visual techniquesClive Head - International ArtistHelen Whittaker - Stained Glass Artist

Art and visual information, historical teaching though the use of image and how visual learning can cross cultural and language barriers. Defining how composition and structure can provoke thought leadership and drive change.

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2.40 Listening can change your worldJulia Baker - Digital Development and Communications

Introducing a way in which every child is able to experience the richness and diversity the world of music and sound has to offer. Promoting a culture of curious, active and reflective listening and introducing music and sound as a stimulus for analytical thinking and imaginative enquiry.

3.00 The culture of communicationJonathan Tait-Harris - UN Advisor and Head of Business Development, International Location Safety

Working in different countries throws up unique challenges, add stressful situations, language and cultural barriers and communication becomes very difficult. Insights into different methods of powerful communication and engagement.

3.20 Refreshment break Tea, coffee and biscuits.Music and Art during the break.

3.40 Creating innovation in our workplaceT.J. Cook - CEO Causelabs

Leaving room for innovation, an interdisciplinary approach that brings skilled individuals together in fast-paced collaborations that kick start solutions. Thoughts on how a shift in work place mentality can lead to new products, new partnerships, and a new level of team energy.

4.00 Passionate about securityAdrian Asher - Global Head of IT Security, HSBC. Also Microsoft, Betfair

Technical solutions and insights in to the world of data and internet security. How to keep safe on the world wide web.

4.20 TED insights Streaming selected TED talks:Ken Robinson: How to escape education’s death valley.

4.40 Future of communication technologyJoe Moretti - Apple Distinguished Educator Craig Gilchrist - CEO Created in Eden

How we can change the face of business with the use of technology, business development and trending methods of engagement. How we can unite sectors with common themes and bring people together.

5.20 Final thought and our rradar promise Compere to close with our promise for 2015. Final thoughts and thank you from CEO Gary Gallen.

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For more information If you have any questions regardingthis event, please contact rradar on:

0844 543 6111 or

contactus@rradar.co.uk

The venue for the event is:

Pocklington School,West Green,Pocklington,York YO42 2NJ

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