Workshop on State Resource Group (SRG) in Mathematics

 

📍 Organized by: Department of Educational Research, Survey & Evaluation

📍 Venue: SCERT Hall, Dehradun 

📍 Duration: 4 Days (November 2024)

Introduction: Strengthening Mathematics Education

In the evolving landscape of education, teacher professional development has been a key area of focus in multiple reports, platforms, and national policies. Various educational documents, such as the Chattopadhyaya Committee Report, NCF 2005, NCFTE 2009, and the Five-Year Teacher Education Plan (2012-17), have emphasized the need to enhance the quality of mathematics education.

Aligned with the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Para 5.15 highlights the importance of continuous professional development (CPD) for teachers and the creation of subject expert groups to share best practices.

To promote qualitative mathematics education, the State and District Resource Groups have been established. This four-day workshop aimed to equip mathematics teachers with innovative pedagogical techniques, share best practices, and address challenges in teaching mathematics effectively.

Objectives of the Workshop

• Introduction to State Resource Group (SRG) members in Mathematics.
• Sharing innovative practices from District Resource Groups (DRG) across Uttarakhand.
• Discussing and aligning Mathematics learning outcomes.
• Developing an action plan for effective and qualitative Mathematics teaching.
• Enhancing student interest and engagement in Mathematics.

Target Group

🔹 Elementary & Secondary Teachers

🔹 Teacher Educators

Workshop Methodology

📍 Mode: Interactive Workshop Sessions

📍 Assessment Tools: Pre- and Post-Assessment to measure impact

Day 1: Inaugural Session & Introduction

The workshop commenced with an inaugural session led by  Deputy Director, SCERT:

• Shri Jagdish Sajwan
• Shri Shailesh Srivastava
• Dr. Manoj Kumar Shukla (Coordinator)

Each participant introduced themselves, setting the tone for a collaborative and engaging learning experience.

Presentation on NEP 2020: Pedagogy of Mathematics Education

Dr. Manoj Kumar Shukla presented a detailed PPT on the pedagogical approaches in Mathematics under NEP 2020. His session emphasized:

• The shift from rote learning to conceptual understanding and critical thinking
• Importance of experiential learning and problem-solving in Mathematics
• Integration of technology and interactive tools in Mathematics pedagogy
• Assessment reforms aligned with competency-based education
• Strategies to enhance teacher capacity building and continuous professional development

The presentation provided valuable insights to educators on how to align their teaching practices with the vision of NEP 2020, ensuring quality and inclusive Mathematics education.

Expected Outcomes

• Strengthening Mathematics education through best practices
• Increased teacher engagement in Mathematics pedagogy
• Development of effective strategies for classroom teaching
• Greater student interest in Mathematics, making learning enjoyable

This State Resource Group workshop marks an important step towards revolutionizing mathematics education in Uttarakhand, empowering teachers to create an engaging and conceptually strong learning environment.