In this interactive workshop by Teacher Educator Shilpi Jain, we will dive into the world of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and identify three key factors in selecting appropriate technological resources to suit our context while considering pedagogical needs. We will also explore some practical ways to optimally use the selected resources to seamlessly integrate technology in our language classrooms.
About the presenter:
With over a decade’s experience as a teacher and a coordinator in a reputed public school, and a short stint abroad in a corporate job, Shilpi Jain, on her return, got actively involved in the Teach India project, a CSR initiative of the Times Group. Presently, she is working as a freelance consultant with the British Council providing services to NGOs, schools and institutions pan India. She was the master trainer & mentor for the CBSE CBE (Competency based education) project. She co-moderated an online course for teachers on Electronic Village Online EVO23 that offers several free Professional Development courses for teachers, sponsored by TESOL CALL-IS (Computer Assisted language learning - Interest Section). Being a lifelong learner, she has completed several certificate courses from British Council, Teach for India and NILE, London UK, as part of her own CPD / professional development. She has also completed Module 1 of the Cambridge Delta. Passionate about music and an ardent dog lover, she loves travelling with her pet.