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Advantages of the Programme Shikshaantar

Theu00a0Shikshaantaru00a0programme developed by the Tech Mahindra foundation was envisioned to enhance the teaching capacity of government school teachers. This today has emerged as one of the main programmes in the portfolio of the whole Tech Mahindra Foundation. The team works with the Municipal Corporation in North and East Delhi with the help of In-service teacher education institutes, and as of now it has trained approximately 6,378 teachers.

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Advantages of the Programme Shikshaantar

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  1. Advantages of the Programme Shikshaantar The Shikshaantar programme developed by the Tech Mahindra foundation was envisioned to enhance the teaching capacity of government school teachers. This today has emerged as one of the main programmes in the portfolio of the whole Tech Mahindra Foundation. The team works with the Municipal Corporation in North and East Delhi with the help of In-service teacher education institutes, and as of now it has trained approximately 6,378 teachers. The training included specially designed curriculum like, cyber security, digital literacy, and assessing mental health of students, these sessions are covered online. Government schools receive a lot of brickbats for their underperformance, and in most of these cases, the media is right. People need to understand that the government school teachers are not under-qualified but yes they do lack motivation, better access to information, new skills etc. which would give them a push to converse better in the classroom. Below are some advantages of the teacher training program developed by TMF.

  2. 1. To comprehend and use technology efficiently and effectively: The millennial and Gen Z are literally loving the technological advancements every minute. They always remain updated and use it on a regular basis too. But, we cannot say the same thing about the traditional generation, that is, our teachers. The majority of the teaching population still believes in regular offline classes in the traditional old classroom set-up. Hence, TMF teacher training includes the use of online resources and methodologies as an absolute essential. Here understanding not just the basics of an ed-tech interface is important but also understanding the seriousness, advantages and power of the all embracing e-education system in India today. A complete understanding of today’s technology is vital for the future of the education system in India. It also empowers the teachers to use the technology smartly so as to create a well-blended environment in the classroom. 2. Continuous professional development: This training helps in the continuous professional development of the teachers and lets them stay updated with the new methodologies in teaching, skill development and techniques to map learning and academic progress of the students. This training provides the teachers to refine and sustain their skills and also deliver a better teaching experience to the students. The teachers are able to track and keep their assessment and teaching methodologies updated. They also further search for advanced and updated techniques that will enhance the learning experience of the child. 3. Upskilling the present generation: After becoming familiar with the technology and understanding the processes it becomes extremely vital to teach and train your students and to provide them with a proper direction towards the learning path. Shikshaantar programme comprises topics that aim at the betterment of students from both academic and technological point of view. 4. Basic stepping-stone towards tech-led learning: While training the teachers understand the advantages of technology led learning and try to imbibe the same in their teaching methodology. They explore new avenues which thus creates a positive learning environment for the students too. A positive learning environment guarantees better performance everywhere. 5. Strengthen academic performance to help in skill development:

  3. If the teachers are provided with the correct assessment tools then it can simplify their responsibilities. The assessment technology offers the best support system helping in conserving time and effort too. 6. Uplifting social norms: When we talk about the teacher training programmes for a better future, we must also think about societal upliftment. All the teachers need to undergo proper training in value education along with academic and technical knowledge. The teachers across all boards in India are actually seeing the difference after attending this programme. They are now understanding what differences it can make in the teaching methodologies. No textbook or training can actually prepare you for teaching and it is a challenge that the teachers accept with passion. The Indian education system has regulated the universalization of elementary education but the main challenge here is to retain the students at elementary level and bridge the gap of drop-outs. It is programmes like Tech Mahindra Foundation that boosts the morale of these teachers. As we all know that Shikshantaar programme means to create a difference in the education system and Tech Mahindra Foundation believes that it could be possible only with the help of a better understanding through technological training. This is a flagship training programme developed by Tech Mahindra Foundation especially for school stakeholders which includes educators, administrators and leaders. This programme helps in boosting the potential of the in-service teachers to create a healthy, happy and responsive class at school. This programme emphasizes the collaboration of physical, mental, emotional and social well-being of the students. The main aim of the programme is to build the training capacity of the teachers, educators to help in changing the present community of students for a better experiential learning process. Source: http://www.articles.studio9xb.com/Articles-of-2020/advantages-programme-shikshaantar

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