Modern pedagogical trends, rooted in constructivist theories, have transformed pedagogical assessment. Emphasis has shifted from solely delivering instructional content to supporting students’ learning processes through formative assessment, which encompasses various contents, concepts and dimensions. Assessment, in all its forms and methods, is no longer separate from the teaching process but rather integral to it, supporting student learning by providing feedback to teachers and students to enhance the overall teaching and learning processes.

Inquiry-based learning, grounded in John Dewey’s philosophy that “education begins with the curiosity of the learner”, is recognized as one of the best teaching practices for educators. It helps transform classrooms into dynamic learning environments focused on active student learning, making students responsible for their own learning.

Before delving into the term ‘psychosocial support’, it is important to understand its concept. Psychosocial support refers to the dynamic interplay between an individual’s psychological and social dimensions, where each aspect influences and interacts with the other. Therefore, it is crucial for teachers to grasp this concept and develop the necessary skills to provide effective psychosocial support to students, considering their developmental characteristics.

Educational researchers acknowledge that students in the classroom vary widely in their understanding of learning outcomes, comprehension and skills proficiency. These disparities, diverse in nature and scope, pose a challenge for teachers in achieving their lesson objectives and ensuring all students meet them. Thus, bridging these gaps is critical for every educator, especially those teaching early grades where foundational skills like reading, writing, speaking and listening are emphasized.

Early-grade teachers must acquire skills and knowledge to better identify and address learning difficulties. This enhances their ability to efficiently support students in this category by understanding their classifications and characteristics and employing innovative, evidence-based strategies to support their learning and academic progress. Drawing from educational theories and practical applications, the workshop focuses on effective interactions, providing supportive services and designing inclusive learning environments that prioritize student care.

This workshop aims to acquaint participants with essential student counseling services across diverse learning environments, whether in-person or remote. Effectively supporting students during remote learning requires crafting counseling content that adheres to established rules and guidelines, ensuring its professional delivery or execution during support sessions. 

The Habits of Mind model seeks to teach students how to think, guiding them to higher levels of effectiveness and instilling advanced mental habits that lead to peak performance. This model enhances students’ reflective thinking skills, enabling them to apply these skills in various learning and teaching situations. 

This workshop aims to introduce the concept of Habits of Mind, apply strategies to develop these habits in participants and their students during the learning and teaching process and emphasize the importance of developing Habits of Mind in everyday life.

The World Health Organization affirms that mental well-being is an integral and inseparable part of an individual’s health. It contributes to the balance of emotions, thoughts, impressions and relationships, fostering the development of positive behavior patterns. 

Negative life events significantly contribute to anxiety, stress, feelings of threat and despair. Cognitive-behavioral intervention aims to address these disturbances through cognitive restructuring. Counselors work to adjust students’ thoughts, encouraging them to adopt more adaptive perspectives and behaviors that align with their current circumstances.

The role of the educational counselor has become pivotal in the learning and teaching process, addressing the behavioral and cognitive challenges students face. Counselors help students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle future challenges and succeed in the job market. 

This workshop aims to assist participating educators in understanding the concept of 21st-century skills. These include learning and creativity, communication and collaboration, digital literacy, critical thinking, flexible thinking and social media management during counseling.