Foregoing their usual weekend respite, educators assembled on a Saturday, seizing the opportunity to delve into this enriching programme and exemplify their commitment to fostering academic brilliance. On 29th June 2024, St. Joseph’s Senior Secondary School, Chandigarh, proudly hosted a landmark CBSE One-Day Training Prospective Resource Persons Programme on Art Integration, which witnessed an inspiring and interactive session led by eminent educationists Anju Mehta and Anupama Sharma.
The programme, aimed at enhancing the pedagogical skills of educators, delved into the significance of embedding art-integrated strategies into the curriculum. Anju Mehta and Anupama Sharma, renowned for their expertise in innovative teaching methodologies, emphasized the transformative power of art in education. Through a dynamic and engaging session, they illustrated how art integration can significantly boost the creative thinking capabilities of learners. Highlighting the evolving educational landscape, the speakers addressed the challenges posed by the shortening attention spans of students in contemporary times. They discussed the necessity of adapting teaching methods to better engage students, making learning an experiential and immersive process. By leveraging art, educators can create a more stimulating academic environment that not only captures students’ interests but also fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter. The session underscored the importance of experiential learning, advocating for a more hands-on approach to education. Anju Mehta and Anupama Sharma demonstrated how art-integrated pedagogies can facilitate a more holistic learning experience, encouraging students to explore, create, and innovate. They presented compelling examples and practical strategies that educators can adopt to make their classrooms more vibrant and conducive to learning. The programme concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where educators shared their experiences and sought guidance on implementing art-integrated strategies in their own classrooms. The positive feedback and enthusiastic participation reflected the programme’s success and its impact on the attendees.
St. Joseph’s Senior Secondary School, with its commitment to academic excellence and holistic education, provided an ideal platform for this enlightening programme. The school continues to be at the forefront of educational innovation, nurturing the intellectual and creative potential of both students and teachers. Principal Ms. Monica Chawla extended her heartfelt gratitude towards the successful culmination of the programme. She expressed her deep appreciation for the relentless efforts and commitment of the resource persons, Anju Mehta and Anupama Sharma, in making the session both informative and engaging. It is the unwavering support of the Members of the Management, whose contributions were instrumental in ensuring the programme’s resounding success and their resolve that the school remains steadfast in its mission to cultivate a stimulating academic environment that empowers educators and ignites a passion for learning in students.
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