Event: Capacity Building Program (CPD)
Date: 19th February 2024
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Kannur Salafi B.Ed. College
Topic: Enhancing Teaching Skills Through E-Tool Proficiency – Part 1
Subtopic: Formative Assessment Using ICT
Resource Person: Dr. Naseerali M.K.
Principal, Kannur Salafi B.Ed. College
Author & Trainer in Educational Technology
Introduction: On 19th February 2024, Kannur Salafi B.Ed. College organized a Capacity Building Program (CPD) aimed at enhancing the teaching skills of B.Ed. students. The program was focused on the utilization of e-tools to improve teaching methodologies, with a specific emphasis on formative assessment strategies.
Main Areas Discussed: Dr. Naseerali M.K., the Principal of KSBC and an expert in educational technology, served as the resource person for the CPD session. He elucidated on various possibilities of utilizing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and online platforms to enhance learning experiences. Dr. Naseerali emphasized the importance of integrating technology into teaching practices to cater to diverse learning styles and to foster an engaging learning environment.
Key Points Covered:
- ICT and Online Platforms for Learning: Dr. Naseerali highlighted the myriad possibilities offered by ICT tools and online platforms in the realm of education. He discussed how these tools can facilitate interactive learning, collaborative activities, and personalized instruction, thereby catering to the individual needs of students.
- Entrepreneurship: In addition to discussing teaching methodologies, Dr. Naseerali touched upon the importance of instilling entrepreneurial skills among educators and students. He emphasized the role of education in nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities essential for entrepreneurship.
- Formative Assessment: Dr. Naseerali dedicated a significant portion of the session to the concept of formative assessment. He elucidated on the importance of ongoing assessment to monitor student progress and to provide timely feedback for improvement. Additionally, he stressed the role of formative assessment in promoting student engagement and active participation in the learning process.
- Demonstration of Online Tools: In the latter part of his presentation, Dr. Naseerali conducted a live demonstration of various online tools useful for formative assessment and brainstorming activities in the classroom. He showcased how these tools can be effectively integrated into teaching practices to foster interactive learning experiences and to gauge student understanding in real-time.
Conclusion: The Capacity Building Program organized by Kannur Salafi B.Ed. College proved to be highly informative and enriching for the B.Ed. students in attendance. Dr. Naseerali M.K.’s insightful presentation on enhancing teaching skills through e-tool proficiency, with a focus on formative assessment strategies, provided valuable insights and practical knowledge that will undoubtedly benefit the future educators in their professional endeavors.
The session concluded with a sense of enthusiasm and motivation among the participants to incorporate the learning from the CPD into their teaching practices, thereby striving towards creating more effective and engaging learning environments for their students.
