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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 sessions are interactive throughout to enhance the value of the discussion for all the participants.
Being mindful is an idea—actually a way of being—whose time has come. It’s an approach that recognises and cultivates the best of who we are as human beings and is today an essential part of the National Curriculum of many countries as a component of the SPHE (Social Physical and Health Education) program. The simple act of being mindful has the power to change everything—how we approach ourselves, our challenges, our relationships, and our communities. Being mindful is part of the spirit of the times. It is likely to become a transformative social phenomenon for these key reasons.
Mindfulness is already having an impact in our schools, hospitals, offices, governments, and many other places. It’s helping us to become healthier, to lead more effectively, and to cooperate with each other in making a better world.
During this two-hour session you will be involved in discussions, watch videos, experience guided meditation sessions and read professional development articles, which will help you understand the importance of mindfulness.
The main objectives of the interactive talk session are:
• develop an understanding of what Mindfulness is and why we spend so much of our time being ‘mindless’
• learn to relieve stress in one’s own life and help students do the same
• see the link between Mindfulness and a better classroom environment
• develop the tools to help students learn to pay attention and become better listeners
• understand one’s role as a facilitator of a holistic school experience for young children
The details of the talk session are as follows:
Date: Saturday 24 September 2016
Timings: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Venue: Teachers’ Resource Centre
Who should attend? All Teachers, School Heads
Speaker’s Profile: Mr. Shahpur Jamall is the co-founder, Academic Director and Principal of Bay View Academy, a leading private school located in Karachi, Pakistan, which he cofounded in 1990. He also cofounded Southshore School for A-level Studies and serves on its board as a Director. Mr. Jamall holds a Masters Degree in Education from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) as well as a California Teaching Credential. He taught in the Los Angeles Unified School District before moving back to Pakistan 25 years ago.
Charges: Rs. 2000
Last date for registration with payment: 7 September 2016
| Dates: 22nd & 23rd September 2016 | Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Majority of students and even some adults feel threatened by blank pieces of paper and are reluctant to do creative writing exercises. However, with some motivation and inspiration, reluctant writers can gain confidence and eager writers can gain skills to create higher quality writing. The aim of this workshop is how to teach creative writing activities to students.
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.
Learning about the importance of enhancing personal qualities to be effective teachers and managers and adapting interpersonal and management skills can build a stronger foundation for success. Participants will gain knowledge about the core areas of higher personal effectiveness and discuss the importance of various topics such as how to set priorities and manage time to meet deadlines, set and achieve goals, get over ones internal barriers when putting their goals and plans in action, effectively organize daily actions, make smarter decisions and learn how to manage stress & prevent burnout.
The talk session will focus on the benefits of developing oneself and adding value by mapping a plan for one’s life that will involve setting short-range and long-range goals and investigating different ways to reach those goals. Education, training, and experience all help make their goals become a reality.
The main objectives of the interactive talk session are:
• reflect on what is personal effectiveness
• understand the importance of personal management
• explore key skills necessary for personal enhancement
The details of the talk session are as follows:
Date: Saturday 17 September 2016
Timings: 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Venue: Teachers’ Resource Centre
Who should attend? Teachers, School Managers
Speaker’s Profile: Ms. Fauzia Kanwar A ziz is an MBA in Marketing from IBA with five years of experience as a marketing manager in the Telecommunications industry. She has taught management subjects at the BBA and MBA level at Institute of Business Management and has been associated with TRC since February 2016 as Resource Mobilization Manager.
Charges: Rs. 2000
Last date for registration with payment: 5 September 2016
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.
Identifying learning disabilities early can pave the way for children to get the support they need to experience successful futures both in and out of school. Knowing the early warning signs that put young children at risk for learning disabilities and understanding normal developmental milestones helps with early diagnosis and intervention.
This talk has been arranged to provide school authorities the opportunity to meet and discuss the signs and symptoms of learning difficulties experienced by school children. The meeting provides an opportunity to discuss the means of early identification of children with learning issues and ways and means of meeting the needs of children with difficulties.
The main objectives of the interactive talk session are:
• what are learning difficulties
• how do learning difficulties present in the classroom
• case studies describing students with learning difficulties
• strategies to help children with learning difficulties
The details of the talk session are as follows:
Date: Friday 13 May 2016
Timings: 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Venue: Teachers’ Resource Centre
Who should attend? Primary School Teachers, School Heads, Parents of Children with LD Issues
Speaker’s Profile: Dr. Sajida Hassan is a qualified Clinical Psychologist and Researcher with a Doctorate in Child Psychology from University of Leicester, UK and a Double Masters in Clinical Psychology.
Charges: Rs. 2000
Last date for registration with payment: 2 May 2016
| 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.