The Department of English hosted a workshop for teacher trainers of India Literacy Project on 15/02/19 (Friday) from 10:00 AM-4:00 PM at Block 4-  Room 101. Dr.Smita Nagouda and Dr.Mayamma Joseph from the Mathematics department were the resource people.

The title of the workshop was 'Mathematics Teaching-a holistic view'. The workshop focussed on the innovative approaches used in schools for imparting teaching- learning experiences in Mathematics and focussed on implementing different pedagogical methods for teaching Mathematics. The workshop began with explanation on enhancing competency of Mathematics teachers and mathematical experiences in teaching & learning process through strengthening of  KASH (Knowledge, Attitude, Skills, Habits) among participants. The five strands of mathematical proficiency and the attributes of mathematics teachers were discussed in the interactive sessions.

The workshop also encouraged discussions among the participants on paradigm shifts of teaching, assessment and learning Mathematics. The strategies of effective mathematics teaching through problem solving, field work, quiz, debate, presentations and illustrations were discussed. The sessions ended with the emphasis on UNESCO's four pillars of learning with regard to teaching Mathematics in schools.

On behalf of the Department of English, Dr. Sumanjari presented the  vote of thanks appreciating the worthwhile support and contribution of the facilitators of the workshop and the motivators of India Literacy Project for their active participation. The session concluded with the distribution of certificates.