Teachers’ Training Programme

The Teachers’ Training Programme titled “The Optimum Teacher ”was held on 19th April 2025 at GD Goenka Public School, Lucknow:

The teachers’ Training programme witnessed the enthusiastic participation of educators from various institutions. The session commenced with a warm welcome that set the tone for a day filled with inspiration, introspection, and professional growth. It was emphasized that the programme was not merely about developing skills but also about transforming the way educators teach and lead. The school had the honour of hosting three eminent personalities whose insights left a lasting impact. Mr. Mark Baterip, a renowned education leader from the UK with over 20 years of experience in transforming schools, addressed the audience first. Having worked with more than 10,000 Indian school leaders and over 200,000 professionals globally, Mr. Baterip brought a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of inclusive education. He is widely respected for his strategic expertise and has been graded “Outstanding” by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate and the UK Office for Standards in Education. Alongside him was Mr. Mohd Faiz Khan, a transformational leader with rich experience in both corporate and academic domains. An alumnus of SIBM and Osmania University, Mr. Khan has trained over 14,000 educators and has been a strong proponent of 21st-century skills, social-emotional learning, and educational leadership. Adding to the strength of the panel was Mr. Ram Agarwal, Chief Connection Officer, whose insights further enriched the discussions.

The first session, led by Mr. Baterip, explored the question: “Who is an Optimum Teacher?” and delved into the key traits that define one. He elaborated on ten essential qualities such as strong communication, adaptability, emotional intelligence, high expectations, organization, real-world learning, ongoing professional development, creativity, patience, and collaboration. The session culminated in a practical activity where teachers were guided on how to identify different student typologies and tailor questions based on Bloom’s Taxonomy to maximize each learner’s potential. The second session introduced participants to the “Science of Double Bubble,” a concept focused on producing double the outcomes with the same amount of effort. Mr. Baterip emphasized the importance of understanding Bloom’s Taxonomy in depth, explained the framework of the New National Curriculum, and highlighted the critical difference between syllabus and curriculum. This session urged teachers to adopt student-centric approaches that align learning outcomes with real-life applications. The final session, titled “Assessing Your Assessment,” revolved around understanding the purpose, process, and impact of evaluation. The difference between summative and formative assessments was discussed thoroughly, with valuable insights into how assessments can be used as a tool to identify and bridge learning gaps. The idea that assessment should not only measure learning but also guide it, was at the heart of this session.

The programme came to a close with an inspiring vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Blessy, who expressed deep gratitude to the esteemed resource persons for their invaluable contributions and to all participating educators for their keen involvement and commitment to continuous improvement. She acknowledged the relevance and timeliness of the sessions and appreciated the collaborative efforts that made the event a resounding success. The workshop ended on a high note, leaving all participants motivated to reflect, realign, and reimagine their teaching practices in the service of student growth and holistic education.