Category Archives: Whole Person Learning
EMPOWERING TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH COMMUNITY FORUMS: A SUMMER WORKSHOP IN ISTANBUL
Teaching is a rich and fulfilling journey, yet it comes with its share of challenges. As educators, we often grapple with personal issues that affect our professional lives. The solution? Community Forums—an innovative and engaging framework for addressing these challenges … Continue reading
Community Forums
Empowering Teachers Through Community Forums Free Webinar Time: Thursday January 25th at 19.00 (Istanbul time) Register with this link. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvdO6grjsvHNQ7YGmIDMBboRSGai44e5-s Teaching is a rewarding yet demanding journey, filled with challenges that often require a collective effort to overcome. Are you … Continue reading
Embodied Pedagogy: Performative Teacher Development (Part 3)
Reflecting through Action One potent method to heighten awareness of our sense of self-identity involves reflecting on our behaviors in specific situations and activities. In my teacher development workshops, participants engage in various activities, followed by reflections on their conduct. … Continue reading
Teacher’s Identity: A Journey of Self-Discovery (Part 2)
The Essence of Identity Our sense of self-identity forms the bedrock of who we are, not just as educators but as individuals. It intricately weaves together our behaviors, beliefs, attitudes, and emotions. To evolve and grow as teachers, we must … Continue reading
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The Art of Teaching: Embodied Approaches for Professional Development (Part 1)
What do I mean by “embodied approaches”? For me, it signifies the essence of a teacher’s presence – not just mentally or socially, but also physically. It encapsulates the convergence of the teacher’s physical and mental presence, the learners’ involvement, … Continue reading
Understanding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) consists of five core competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management, and responsible decision-making. These skills, which involve understanding ourselves and others, managing emotions, and making thoughtful decisions, can be amplified through targeted activities. SEL is crucial for fostering conducive learning environments, nurturing relationships, and enhancing both teaching and learning experiences. Teachers play a key role in promoting these competencies. Continue reading
ITI Webinar: Empowering Teachers through Social and Emotional Learning
INTERNATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Webinar Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) for teachers Time: Dec 13, 2023 07:00 PM Istanbul https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84357893203?pwd=eVZBUkN3ZDdkc0JJQXlYSFdOTVdmUT09 Meeting ID: 843 5789 3203 Passcode: 356485 Join us for a webinar … Continue reading
Enhancing Teacher Education through Embodied Approaches: A Paradigm Shift
In our exploration of Applied Theatre in Teacher Education, our workshops brought to the forefront a significant revelation: the multifaceted challenges that teachers face fall into three distinct categories – internal, external, and contextual oppressions. These oppressions, which encompass self-doubt, … Continue reading
“Exploring the Transformative Potential of Applied Theatre in Teacher Education: A Journey Through Community Forums and Pedagogical Innovation”
In May 2022 a group of 12 teachers came together to participate in exploratory workshops to find out what benefits Applied Theatre techniques could bring to Teacher Education. The workshops employed a methodology designed to both enhance participants’ understanding of … Continue reading
Harnessing Applied Theatre in Teacher Education for Self-Reflection and Identity Awareness
In a celebrated TED talk, Sir Ken Robinson urged us to view teaching as an art, emphasizing the role of teachers in facilitating learning rather than mere knowledge transmission. This perspective raises a crucial question: What makes a great teacher? … Continue reading
Teaching Artistry 