RESHAPING TEACHING LEARNING APPROACHES IN THE MODERN ERA
An Inhouse Empowerment Programme was held in the school for teachers on the 29th and 30th June 2015 to felicitate a renewed outlook and realign innovative teaching practices in an ever changing scenario of the modern classroom.
It started with the school Director, Ms. Mrinalini Kaura’s shared vision for a future perfect school environment. She augmented the necessity of setting of SMART goals for the smooth functioning of the school. These included primarily, strict vigilance for discipline, concentrated efforts towards value empowerment amongst pupils and sustaining an enriched learning environment. She shared the analysis of the academic performance and suggested strategies for improved performances.
Carrying forward this renewed zest for changed outlook, the school Principal Mrs. Novita Chopra’s workshop focussed on the systematic inclusion of ICT integration into the teaching-learning plan. She stressed upon the acclimatization to a dynamic environment and creating new permutations to face challenges of 21st century classrooms. She suggested tapping new technology, experiential learning and open ended discussions amongst the measures that can be effectively adopted.
On the second day, the Vice Principal Dr. Manisha Sharma, explored the human angle, stressing upon the partnership of the heart and mind; the affective and cognitive zones in the making of a well-balanced individual. She emphasized on the nurturing of the holistic personality of pupils through basic study skills, civic and social skills, group Interactions and critical thinking skills.
The programme was wrapped up by creating awareness and aligning the teachers’ role in the school’s mental health, in a workshop by the school counsellor, Ms. Aksha. She discussed the steps that support the mental well being of pupils and ways and means of tackling pupil behavioral challenges.