CTPDP - Continuous Teacher Professional Development Program

The Need for Digital Skills and AI in Education

• Education is being shaped by technology advancements.

• Teachers must embrace digital skills & AI to prepare students for the future.

• Digital skills and AI save time and transform teaching methods.

Introducing the Teacher Professional Development Program

• The program equips educators with AI, AR, and digital tool skills.

• Practical application and hands-on training provided.

• The program helps unlock the full potential of technology in education.

Key Components of the Program

• Integration of AI technologies into the curriculum.

• Use of augmented reality to create engaging learning experiences.

• Deep understanding of digital tools & technologies to enhance teaching.

• Teacher & Student Behaviour Management - Dr. Glasser’s Choice Theory, 

Benefits for Teachers and Students

• Enhances teaching skills for educators.

• Empowers students to thrive in the digital age.

• Sparks creativity, fosters critical thinking, and develops digital literacy.

• The program has a tangible impact on both teachers and students.

Conclusion

• Teachers must embrace digital skills and AI.

• Teacher Professional Development Program supports & guides educators.

• Let's revolutionize teaching & empower students to thrive in the digital age.

Modus Operandi 

(Membership is invited from teachers – Group of 30)

Yearlong – once a fortnight (twice a month) - 45min online sessions – prominent educators & experts from India and abroad – various topics – tech & non-tech based – Recordings made available for those who miss a session – convenient fixed timings - a grand event once a year (planning) at a chosen decent location in India –exclusive teacher developmental programs – introduction to new and upcoming technologies, tips, tricks and titbits – advisory helpline & support.

(In-depth knowledge with tips/tricks/titbits will be provided)

Ø  Artificial Intelligence – What, Why & How – Prompting – ChatGPT – Tools superior to ChatGPT, Creating Lesson Plans, PPts, Quizzes, Question Papers, Videos by prompting – mostly using FREE & well-researched tools – writing circulars & emails addressing to even parents & students – Learn a New Language by chatting – Talk to a World Historical Figure such as Jawaharlal Nehru to know all you need from him  How to engage children with emerging AI technologies – Write a Story using AI - AI tools relevant for all us

Ø  Augmented & Virtual Reality Applications – (Refer to AR/VR Program)- Bring lessons to life, Merge Cube making, Merge Explorer & object viewer, Drive to the Moon & Mars, Be a detective to solve a mystery, know of civilisations, Holo Globe activities, Understanding Mathematical concepts through AR,

Ø  ONE/TWO sessions by Experts from TCEA or MERGE EDU or US Educator

Ø  Choice Theory & Reality Therapy devised by Dr William Glasser – Become a Quality Teacher  – Student & Teacher Behaviour Management using CT – Changing for Success – Mental Health & Happiness

Ø  Digital Tools, Technologies & Skills for Teachers – Hand picked and researched free digital/web tools for all subjects mostly will be offered including how it can be operated to get maximum benefit for the students – Digital Skills – Creating Subject based Power points – Creating Game Based Power Points on (subject/chapter) such as Who Wants to be a Millionaire along the lines of KBC, Word & Geometric Puzzles, Creating subject based Crosswords & Word-Searches, Challenges etc… Time Savers

Ø  Such Information necessary for Teachers will be passed on now and then during the sessions such as information on requirements & participation in International competitions held for students etc…

Ø   Helpful organizing tools for Teachers such as Symbaloo

Ø  Chrome Extensions you cannot live without!

Ø  Graphic Organizers, Free Softwares, Simulations and Applets

Ø  Tools to enhance Language, Communication, Oratorical & Speaking Skills

AND, of course, many more to enhance a teachers capabilities