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Sikkim-Singapore Pedagogical exchange programme concludes in Yuksam
Gyalshing, December 4 (IPR): A first-of-its-kind initiative, the Sikkim-Singapore teachers Pedagogical Exchange Programme held at Yuksam on December 2-3 concluded on Tuesday.
The two-day event, organized by the Khangchendzonga Conservation Committee (KCC) in partnership with the Singapore National Institute of Education (NIE) and the Education Department Government of Sikkim, aimed to equip educators with innovative teaching strategies while fostering global educational partnerships.
The programme brought together 34 educators from Sikkim and 28 student-teachers from NIE Singapore. It featured an engaging mix of workshops, discussions, and interactive activities. Educators explored key areas such as curriculum development, physical education, and character-building methodologies.
A highlight of the exchange was Singapore’s Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) curriculum, which uses storytelling to instill values and build language skills. Sikkim educators, in turn, shared their unique career guidance approach involving village elders, promoting cultural preservation and real-world wisdom in schools.
Physical education was another area of focus, with participants learning about Singapore’s National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA) and discussing ways to incorporate similar fitness initiatives in Sikkim. Ideas like standardizing fitness assessments across genders were explored to promote equality and inclusivity.
Participants from both Sikkim and Singapore expressed enthusiasm for future exchanges, with several Sikkim educators expressing interest in visiting Singapore to observe its education system firsthand.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Pema G Bhutia Chief Education Officer(CEO) Gyalshing lauded the growing partnership between KCC and NIE Singapore, expressing hope for continued collaboration in areas like curriculum innovation and policy planning.
Adding a technological dimension, the programme also included a website design workshop for Gram Panchayat members and staff, conducted by NIE Singapore. This initiative aimed to enhance digital literacy and e-governance skills in rural communities.
The exchange programme concluded with a valedictory ceremony, where Mr Pema G Bhutia, CEO Education Department, presided over the proceedings. Other dignitaries included Ms Tshering Uden Bhutia President of KCC, and Mr Kinzong Sherap Bhutia board member KCC, along with senior officials from SCERT and the Education Department Government of Sikkim.
The two-day event, organized by the Khangchendzonga Conservation Committee (KCC) in partnership with the Singapore National Institute of Education (NIE) and the Education Department Government of Sikkim, aimed to equip educators with innovative teaching strategies while fostering global educational partnerships.
The programme brought together 34 educators from Sikkim and 28 student-teachers from NIE Singapore. It featured an engaging mix of workshops, discussions, and interactive activities. Educators explored key areas such as curriculum development, physical education, and character-building methodologies.
A highlight of the exchange was Singapore’s Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) curriculum, which uses storytelling to instill values and build language skills. Sikkim educators, in turn, shared their unique career guidance approach involving village elders, promoting cultural preservation and real-world wisdom in schools.
Physical education was another area of focus, with participants learning about Singapore’s National Physical Fitness Award (NAPFA) and discussing ways to incorporate similar fitness initiatives in Sikkim. Ideas like standardizing fitness assessments across genders were explored to promote equality and inclusivity.
Participants from both Sikkim and Singapore expressed enthusiasm for future exchanges, with several Sikkim educators expressing interest in visiting Singapore to observe its education system firsthand.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Pema G Bhutia Chief Education Officer(CEO) Gyalshing lauded the growing partnership between KCC and NIE Singapore, expressing hope for continued collaboration in areas like curriculum innovation and policy planning.
Adding a technological dimension, the programme also included a website design workshop for Gram Panchayat members and staff, conducted by NIE Singapore. This initiative aimed to enhance digital literacy and e-governance skills in rural communities.
The exchange programme concluded with a valedictory ceremony, where Mr Pema G Bhutia, CEO Education Department, presided over the proceedings. Other dignitaries included Ms Tshering Uden Bhutia President of KCC, and Mr Kinzong Sherap Bhutia board member KCC, along with senior officials from SCERT and the Education Department Government of Sikkim.