ISTM and CBSE organise training of trainers programme at Pallotti School in Besa

Nagpur: In a significant effort to enhance teaching methodologies and promote leadership in education, the Institute of Secretariat Training and Management (ISTM), in collaboration with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), successfully organized a two-day Training of Trainers (ToT) programme. The event, held at St Vincent Pallotti School, Besa, on October 4-5, drew 67 participants from across Maharashtra, including principals, coordinators, counsellors and senior teachers.
Bharti Bijwe, chairperson of Nagpur Sahodaya Schools Complex (NSSC), was the chief guest. In her opening address, she highlighted the importance of continuous professional development for educators, especially in the wake of NEP 2020, which calls for a transformation in teaching practices.
The seminar was further enriched by the presence of several distinguished dignitaries, including Deepak Kumar Bist, joint director of ISTM, Delhi, Dr Sunil Dhapte, former director of YASHADA, Pune, Ramandeep Kaur, deputy secretary and Head CoE Chandigarh. The particpants also took a pledge to commit themselves to India's journey to a developed nation by 2047. The two-day program covered a range of crucial topics for educators, focusing on andragogy (adult learning principles), experiential learning, and leadership skills. Trainers were introduced to effective methods for creating engaging learning environments and were given the tools to train and mentor their peers.
The hands-on workshops provided participants with opportunities to discuss real-world classroom challenges and share best practices for implementing NEP 2020's key principles. The collaboration between CBSE and ISTM in organising the ToT programme stands as a testament to the importance of professional development in the ever-evolving field of education.