Case Overview
World Teachers’ Day is a global observance dedicated to recognizing the essential role teachers play in shaping learners and societies. In 2024, SACTD will host a regional celebration that not only honors educators but also launches a transformative digital initiative—the Community Learning Platform. This event brings together education professionals from across South Asia, both in-person and virtually, to champion teacher empowerment and policy innovation.
- Date: October 5, 2024
- Location: South Asian Centre for Teacher Development (SACTD), Meepe, Sri Lanka
- Format: Hybrid (In-person & Online)
The Brief
This hybrid event convenes 30 in-person guests—including Presidents of National Colleges of Education (NCOEs), teacher educators, classroom teachers, and Ministry officials—at the SACTD premises in Meepe, Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, educators and stakeholders across India, Nepal, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka will join online. The celebration is designed as both a ceremonial and strategic gathering to launch a regional platform that fosters collaboration, continuous learning, and educational reform.
- Regional hybrid event celebrating World Teachers’ Day 2024 at SACTD, Sri Lanka.
- Launch of the Community Learning Platform to support teacher collaboration and development.
- Participation from educators, NCOE leaders, and officials across South Asia.
Our Approach
The event featured the launch of a digital platform, regional insights on teacher empowerment, leadership dialogue, and a concluding session fostering informal networking and collaboration among key South Asian education stakeholders.
Official Launch of the Community Learning Platform
Introduction to a new digital ecosystem aimed at empowering South Asian teachers.
Features of the platform include resource sharing, professional networking, and open discussions on teaching practices and policy.
Regional Perspectives on Teacher Empowerment
Short presentations from representatives of India, Nepal, Maldives, and Sri Lanka.
Reflections on national experiences, policy engagement, and innovative teaching practices.
Leadership, Networking & Dialogue
Event chaired by the Director General of SACTD.
Facilitation of dialogue between teacher educators, NCOE leaders, and Ministry of Education officials to strengthen cross-border partnerships and build collective strategies for teacher development.
Concluding Session
Lunch and refreshments to encourage informal networking, reflection, and continued discussion among in-person participants.
The Results
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Conducted by Dr. Jayantha Wattavidanage, A national seminar on advancing social and emotional learning in teacher education was conducted by Dr. Jayantha Wattavidanage, drawing participation from key educational stakeholders.
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