A non-governmental organisation, Youth Advocate for Change through its slum-to-classroom project has emphasised the importance of educators gaining exposure to the latest trends and best practices to achieve excellence in their classrooms.
A statement by the group said through innovative teaching methodologies, educators would gain confidence in using educational technology with their students.
As such it explained that it had concluded plans to hold a one-day training workshop for teachers and school owners living in slum communities in Lagos State.
The event tagged, ‘Teach, Inspire, and Innovate for better learning outcomes,’ will be held on the 16th of May in Lagos for teachers and school owners.
YAFC, Team Lead, Adeola Ogunlade, said that the programme would foster self-reliance among teachers, cultivate teacher leaders, and assist educators in implementing innovative teaching methodologies while boosting their confidence in utilising educational technology with their students.
He noted, “The training will feature seminars, live case studies, workshops, and panel discussions. It will also provide the educators exposure to the latest trends, and best practices as well as the latest tech in the pursuit of excellence in their classrooms. Teachers and school owners especially in hard-to-reach communities will be privileged to learn from the very best in the education sector, be empowered by new resources, and find practical tips to help them pursue excellence in the classroom.”
He stated further that the training will enhance curriculum, pedagogy and technology to improve learning outcomes in slum communities, application of homegrown digital technology to improve learning outcomes, improving student’s critical thinking and communication skills and inclusion of Internship and practical learning exercises for student’s global competitiveness.”
