To equip teachers with the right tools and strategies to support their learners in the ever-changing world, the Lagos State government, in collaboration with Crescent Bearers 1939, a non-governmental organisation, has trained teachers in the state on modern teaching skills.
The one-day training, held at Lekki Estate Muslim Schools, with over 137 teachers from across Lagos State, was aimed at exploring the use of technology in modern-day learning environment.
Themed: ‘Future-focused education: Leading 21st Century learners, and targeted at Muslim educators’, the conference was facilitated by Brainy Oaks educational and professional consultants.
Lead Facilitator, Mrs Oyinkan Afolabi, said the topics were carefully selected to meet 21st-century challenges for educators.
“With careful attention to detail, we meticulously curated every aspect of the events. In addition to intellectual nourishment, we prioritised the physical and emotional well-being of participants. The event culminated in a rich and fulfilling learning experience for all, marking a significant step in the advancement of education in the state,” she said.
Executive Secretary, Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence, Lola Vivour Adeniyi, who spoke on ‘Safeguarding and child protection,’ said schools in the state are expected to adhere to laid down policies and laws on children’s safety.
“Schools are expected to keep accurate records of safety concerns, interventions and outcomes, to improve on their safeguarding policies.”
Chairman, Education Committee of Crescent Bearers, Kemi Pinheiro, said the organisation, over the years, has supported schools, orphanages, and hospitals, in the area of infrastructural development.
Pinhero also assured of the group’s commitment to routinely sponsor and train teachers across Islamic institutions through seminars and workshops.
This, he said is geared towards introducing modules on professionalism, etiquette, effective communication, and others into teaching practices.
The conference featured a series of engaging and interactive sessions on becoming an intentional educator; professional standards for 21st century teachers; integrating technology in classroom activities, and developing effective lessons and learning activities.
