The objective of this course is to deepen educators' theoretical understanding of the nature and philosophy of social studies. They will be introduced to Concept-Based Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, and Project-Based Learning as approaches to teaching and learning social studies subjects. The course provides educators with balanced approaches to teaching and learning strategies that enable them to establish organized routines for the educational process and its management.

This workshop aims to enrich teachers’ understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts. Participants will explore basic concepts such as counting and numerical relationships and delve into equality as a foundational concept underlying many mathematical principles. The workshop will allow significant engagement with numbers through practical activities, group discussions and interactive sessions. Teachers will gain valuable insights to deepen students’ numerical understanding and discover various methods and techniques for effectively teaching mathematical operations.

Building a teacher’s capacity to formulate questions is essential in their professional development journey. Mastering this skill is crucial, as it enables assessments to gauge learning outcomes accurately and evaluate their quality and quantity.

Teachers should adeptly formulate questions that span various cognitive levels, prompting diverse ways of thinking. They should be mindful of the purpose behind their questions and define the scope needed to explore students’ knowledge, thereby fostering genuine discovery of new learning.

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. Assessment, in all its forms and strategies, 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.

Students vary in their understanding of mathematics learning outcomes, posing challenges for teachers in achieving their objectives. Addressing these student disparities is crucial to ensuring everyone has equal learning opportunities. Educational studies indicate the profound impact of mathematics teaching strategies on student performance; the more effective the strategy, the better the students perform. 

Classroom students vary significantly in their understanding and proficiency of learning outcomes and required skills. This wide range of abilities challenges teachers in achieving their lesson objectives for all students. Therefore, finding ways to bridge the gaps and reduce disparities among students is crucial for every teacher across all subjects.

This course introduces participants to the basic concepts and terminology of Arabic teaching standards and assessments; the importance of teaching and assessing students based on Arabic standards and performance indicators; and the role of assessments in effective planning and development.

Building a teacher’s capacity to formulate questions is essential in their professional development journey. Mastering this skill is crucial, as it enables assessments to gauge learning outcomes accurately and evaluate their quality and quantity.

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. Assessment, in all its forms and strategies, 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.

Reading is the foundation of knowledge and the growth of ideas; learners cannot progress without mastering it. Reading fluency expands vocabulary and improves concept comprehension. Constructing meaning is a fundamental reading goal, relying on specific linguistic skills and text processing. Therefore, developing effective fluency strategies is crucial for enhancing reading and comprehension skills.

This workshop aims to deepen teachers’ understanding of reading fluency, develop their teaching skills and assess students’ proficiency in this area.