Dania Ismail tells us how the British Council Community of Practice programme has helped her change her teaching methods. She has shifted to student-led learning to increase engagement and collaboration among her primary and secondary students.
Dania, a teacher and teacher educator from Sudan, faces a challenge in managing her class and handling materials effectively.
She finds the British Council Community of Practice online platform to be the most impactful resource because it’s easy to find what she needs.
Dania has made a significant change by shifting to student-led learning and incorporating more choices. This approach allows students to choose resources like readings, podcasts, or videos that best fit their learning style. It also helps connect the curriculum to real-world issues.
This change has led to greater student engagement, collaboration, and the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
She has started using new tools in her teaching, including channels, mental materials, flash cards, and PowerPoint.
Participating in the programme has significantly influenced Dania’s professional growth. It gives her opportunities to develop her skills and exposes her to new methodologies. Successfully navigating challenges within the programme has boosted her self-assurance in her abilities.
The programme serves as a catalyst, equipping her with the tools, knowledge, and networks necessary to take on more complex roles and responsibilities in her career.
‘The programme has equipped me with the tools, knowledge, and network necessary to take on more complex responsibilities within my career.’ - Dania Ismail, Teacher and Teacher Educator, Sudan