Oman- Saraya Bandar Jissah helps Qantab Public School teacher development

8/30/2015 3:04:33 AM

(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat-

As part of its commitment to makemeaningful contributions and serve the community Oman's newest and most exciting Integrated Tourism ComplexSarayaBandarJissah set out to make a lasting positive impact onQantabPublic School by supporting a professional developmentprogrammefor itsteachers.

Presented by the Centre for Community Service and Continuing Education (CCSCE) at Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) the programme was held from August 17 to 20 on the eve of the new academic school year.

A number of topics were presented in the training programme which covered learning and teaching-related techniques. The courses were presented by two of the CCSCE faculty specialists from morning to mid-day.

The programme kicked off with a welcome speech presented by the school principal as she welcomed the participants and thanked Saraya Bandar Jissah for their ongoing support for the Qantab community.

Shareefa Yousef al Wahaibi principal of Qantab Public School said 'It has been a pleasure conducting the first of its kind initiative at the school. Ongoing training and professional development for teachers ensures they are up to date with contemporary teaching methods.

'Not only is it critical for teachers to know their material they must also be able to help students in order for them to truly succeed. This professional development workshop has provided just that highlighting the best ways to instruct and motivate students for the best possible outcomes. We are appreciative of Saraya Bandar Jissah's contributions to our school and must say our teachers are looking forward to a new year of fun and learning.'

Saleh bin Khalifa al Hinai head of continuing education at CCSCE SQU stressed the importance of the professional development programme. He noted that SQU - represented by CCSCE is providing several services to the different organisations of the educational sector.

Wrapping up the insightful professional development programme Saleh al Sharji senior CSR officer at Saraya Bandar Jissah said 'By supporting this programme our objective is to promote the growth of the next generation. Saraya Bandar Jissah has made special contributions for the young children of Qantab Public School and we intend on being a part of such creative initiatives in the future as well. Working closely with the school Saraya Bandar Jissah aims to help students better engage with their teachers.'

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