Participation in seminars, workshops, panel discussion, orientation, refresher for professional development of in-service teacher for secondary level

 

Participation in seminars, workshops, panel discussion, orientation, refresher for professional development of in-service teacher for secondary level

Participation in seminars, workshops, panel discussions, orientations, and refresher courses plays a significant role in the professional development of in-service teachers at the secondary school level. These activities provide opportunities for teachers to enhance their skills, expand their knowledge, and stay updated on the latest educational trends, strategies, and technologies. Below are the details about each of these professional development activities:

Seminars

It is focused on specific educational topics.

Resource Person  : Experts in the respective  fields

Activities: Discussions, presentations, and interaction

Teachers gain new insights, strategies for teaching

 Workshops

 Objective : It is focused on practical exercises and group activities.

Resource Person : by Subject/ Topic  expert 

Activities: Interactive sessions & presentations, Assessment.

Advantage: Improve teaching practice. It emphasizes on collaboration and peer learning.

Duration:  Normally 1 day  to 15 days

 Panel Discussions

Objective : It is focused on various viewpoints, share experiences  and address common challenges in the education sector.

Resource Person : by group of experts or experienced educators

Activities: Interaction with panel members and discussion with current issues.

• Advantage: Improve understanding of complex educational issues.

Duration:  Normally 1 day/ few hours

Orientation Programs

Objective: To know new teaching methodologies or systems are introduced in beginning of school/ semester. To  provide the necessary information and guidelines for the upcoming academic period.

Resource Person : by HoD or Principal

Activities: Interaction and Questions- Answers

Advantage: To changes in the school environment and ensures consistency in teaching practices.

Duration:  Normally few hours

Refresher Courses:

Objective: To update and renew teachers' knowledge in specific subject areas, teaching methodologies, or general professional development.

Resource Person : by Subject Experts 

Activities: Interaction, Assessment, Feedback, etc 

Advantage: Refresh the knowledge and adapt to evolving trends in educational standards and practices

Duration:  Normally 5-30days  

Impact of Participation in Professional Development Activities

1.    Improved Teaching Quality

2.    Increased Motivation of Teachers

3.    Better Outcomes/ Achievements of Students

4.    Collaboration & Innovative Ideas

5.     Create Network for future communications