| Dates: 26th, 27th & 28th April 2016 | Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
One of the important roles that a teacher performs is of a counsellor which requires specific skills and commitment while interacting with the students, colleagues as well as parents and management. Counselling not only guides people but also motivates them and resolves issues. This workshop will focus on the skills and strategies to keep in mind while counselling others.
Dear All,
Teachers’ Resource Centre has initiated a series of talks from January 2016 that focus on issues around educational pedagogy, understanding the IB system, successful interventions in school management, special needs and inclusive education.
These talks are delivered by speakers with an educational background, enriched by valuable experience in their relevant field. The talk sessions are followed by a question-answer session to enhance the value of the discussion for all the participants.
High quality health and physical education programmes help students achieve academic success. Through our next talk session, we aim to enhance awareness and understanding regarding effective integration of physical education into the school curriculum and policy rather than mere dedication of a couple of classes during the week for sports and games. The talk will also highlight how to design physical education programmes keeping in view children’s diverse developmental needs and interests.
The details of the talk session are as follows:
Date: Saturday, 23 April 2016
Timings: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Venue: Teachers’ Resource Centre
Who should attend? Sports Instructors and School Policy Makers
Speaker’s Profile: Mr. Mohammad Azeem Sheikh is a certified Youth Fitness Trainer and Nutritionist with more than two years experience of working with children and adults. During his tenure as a Sports and Fitness Coordinator in Thailand, Azeem has closely worked with schools in planning curricula for physical education and implementing different sports activities. He has trained teachers to develop lesson plans for different levels in schools as well.
Charges: Rs. 1000
Last date for registration with payment: 13 April 2016
| Dates: 18th, 19th & 20th April 2016 | Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
The role of a School Coordinator is vital in motivating staff to unlock their potential and become self – managing professionals at all levels. This workshop will give coordinators an overview of this role that will be both reflective and practical. It will focus on the qualities and skills required to perform their responsibilities effectively.
| Dates: 15th & 16th April 2016 | Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
Our education system places great emphasis on academic courses, but it often overlooks the importance of nurturing children’s artistic abilities. While art is considered to enhance creativity and imagination, it is unacknowledged for its ability to encourage critical thinking and learning in children, a crucial skill for a student’s intellectual and social development. In this workshop, participants will understand the importance of art in the education system, and the methods of applying it in such a way that it allows critical thinking, encourages discussion, and promotes a free thought process amongst young students.
| Dates: Saturday 2nd April 2016 | Time: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. |
As more and more schools are accommodating children with special needs in the mainstream classrooms, it is important for the teachers to understand the concept of Inclusive Education. This workshop will make the participants aware of effective practices and attitudes that will help them meet the objectives.
| Dates: 29th, 30th and 31st March 2016 | Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
Podcasting is a wonderful way of allowing children to share their work and experiences with a potentially huge audience. Schools can easily promote what they do, and celebrate the achievements of their children through podcasts. This workshop will help teachers to understand what podcast is, the educational benefits of this technology in the classroom, and different end of year activities that can help to Wrap-up the Academic Session through Podcasts.
Dear All,
Greetings and a happy second term academic session!
In response to the Global Digital Technologies innovation, TRC is looking forward to offer workshops and training courses for teachers based on ‘Teaching and Learning with Digital Technologies’. Through the use of specific digital tools schools can enhance constructivist learning and help students to develop 21st century skills like critical thinking, reasoning, visualizing, creativity and decision making. Digital technologies are making dynamic changes in society. They are influencing all aspects of life, the effects of which are felt more and more at schools because these technologies provide both students and teachers with more opportunities in adapting learning and teaching to individual needs.
To make it a success, TRC is conducting a survey so that workshops and training courses are designed as per schools’ needs. We will be grateful if you takeout sometime from your busy schedule to fill this online form by Tuesday, March 15, 2016.
Please click the link below to fill the online survey form:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GQK2LPF
We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to hear from you to welcome this new initiative.
Note: For concerns and queries; please feel free to contact us at: (021) 3539-4059, 3539-2976.
Best,
The TRC Team
Dear Readers, Please check out our new Opinion Poll on harsh punishments in schools, and cast your vote by the end of March 2016. As you know …
your opinion counts
Our February 2016 poll was about whether small schools are better than large schools:
Small schools are better than large schools, because they are easier to manage and also offer a safer environment.
• I agree. Small schools are flexible and responsive. They provide one-on-one attention and there is also increased participation in extracurricular activities. (80%, 35 Votes)
• I disagree. Large schools are better because they have substantial financial advantages. They offer larger facilities and their students work harder, because of increased competition. (20%, 9 Votes)
A large majority of the respondents (80%) believe that small schools are better than large schools as they are not only more manageable, but are also more responsive to children’s needs. They feel that such an environment allows more individual attention to students. On the other hand only 20% of the respondents voted in favour of large schools, where they feel that students work harder due to increased competition.
| Dates: 15th, 16th & 17th March 2016 | Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
Homework is a standard part of all children’s school experience that can bring together children, parents, and teachers in a common effort to improving student learning. The amount of homework assigned usually increases dramatically as the student matures through the grades. It is an issue that needs careful consideration by the school authorities. In this workshop, participants will learn how to take decisions about the amount of homework that the students will be able to handle, followed by thoughtful planning in collaboration and consultation with the whole educational team.
