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Teachers get together to learn from each other
At the ninth edition of What Works, an event organised by Knowledge and Human Development Authority, teachers showcase best practices in literacy teaching.
School teachers in Dubai got together to learn best practices at the ninth edition of What Works, an event organised by Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). Designed to help teachers learn from each other and showcase best practices in literacy teaching, the event was attended by teachers from 74 schools.
Ahmed Bukhatir, Emirati Nasheed singer, welcomed teachers as they enjoyed a series of inspirational and informative education workshops.
“Allowing schools to develop through collaboration, rather than competition, the workshops have encouraged the sharing of best practice in literacy,” said Hind Al Mualla, Chief of Engagement at KHDA.
The school-led presentations focused on innovative ways to improve both academic attainment and enthusiasm for reading, with speakers reflecting on personal experiences.
Throughout the event, teaching professionals were advised to evaluate their own literacy teaching techniques, to further increase the drive for exceptional quality in private schools.
“We have been overwhelmed by the support and commitment What Works events have received. Time and again teachers have taken time out of their busy schedules to prepare presentations for the benefits of colleagues; school leaders have connected with each other and introduced their innovative projects. The beauty of What Works lies in its simplicity. Teachers, leaders and inspiring speakers have come from within the community, meaning the practices and knowledge shared is practical, relevant and most importantly, sustainable.”
In addition to literacy, previous What Works conferences have covered maths, science and leadership. “The topics are chosen in line with the key issues highlighted by the Dubai Schools Inspection Bureau in the annual reports,” explained Al Mualla. Since Dubai’s schools began participating in international assessments, such as the Trends in Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) and the Progress in international Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS), there has been greater focus on students’ academic attainment in these subjects.
muaz@khaleejtimes.com
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