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      Creating Educational Leaders
      Augmenting Deep Thinking
      Teacher education placing HUMAN in the center
      Inspiring Transformational K-12 Leaders
      Preparing teacher-leaders to teach 21st Century Competencies
      Impacting lives for Infinite Possibilities
      Improving Lives Through New Age Thinking
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      Indus Training and Research Institute [ITARI] is a leader in teacher education. Humanity is progressing to the age of wisdom. The defining attribute of this age is to celebrate the unique gift in each person. We believe that teachers are the leaders in unlocking this uniqueness in individuals.

      Vision

      To build an innovative learning community that will overcome challenges in future learning, by application of exponential technologies and personalisation of learning.

      Mission

      To inspire, prepare and empower teachers to be life entrepreneurs, in order to re-skill and re-invent themselves, to succeed in a future driven by technologies of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Big Data. We will achieve our mission through collaboration with other learning institutions; solution-based research; and developing the ability of teachers to teach the whole child.
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      Programmes

      We

      Offer

      Each of our programmes and workshops is crafted to upskill 21st century teaching competencies.

      International Baccalaureate Certificate in Teaching and Learning

      International Baccalaureate Organization

      This programme offers participants to examine the principles and practices associated with one of the three IB programme, Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP)
      Post Graduate Programme in Early Childhood Education (PGP In ECE)

      (PGP In ECE)

      The Postgraduate Programme in Early Childhood Education design blends face-to-face learning and interactive methods bringing theory to practice with guided self-study and group work materials.
      Postgraduate Diploma in Education – International (PGDE-I)

      Birmingham City University, UK

      The PGDE-I is our flagship programme, offered in partnership with Birmingham City University, UK. Participating students are mature professionals who choose to become influential educators.
      Cambridge International Diploma in Teaching and Learning (CIDTL)

      Cambridge Assessment International Education, UK

      This professional development qualification for in-service teachers is to upskill their practice. This highly-recognised diploma is offered in partnership with Cambridge Assessment and International Education, UK.
      Teacher Executive Programmes: Workshops in Education
      The ITARI Teacher Executive Programmes aim at preparing educators and decision-makers for the VUCA world. We work with organisations to inspire best practices relevant to the changing times.

      What Makes

      ITARI

      Special

      We don’t just train teachers, we humanise education. Join us as we redefine education
      while innovating YOU.

      Indus International
      School, Bangalore 

      India’s #1
      International school

      For
      13 Years

      Best Programmes in Educational Leadership

      Qualification anchored in Educational Research

      21st Century ready Teacher Education Programme

      Internationally Recognized Qualification

      01

      Excellent
      Placement

      Giving our teacher-graduates the best opportunities to be change-makers. We are proud that we have ITARIans in many International schools in top leadership positions.

      02

      High Student-
      Faculty Ratio

      Creating great educators needs constant mentoring support. Each student in ITARI is mapped one-to-one to a highly qualified mentor to make change together. 

      03

      High-Tech Labs
      and Library

      ITARI-BCU student has access to high-tech labs, a world class library and excellent student support system. This together offers an opportunity to research futuristic practices in the Metaverse Lab making learning experiences unique

      04

      Well Known Certifications

      ITARI enjoys affiliations with renowned international organisations. Qualifications with ITARI propel careers, thinking, and progressive change.

      Best Programmes in Educational Leadership

      01

      Excellent
      Placement

      Giving our teacher-graduates the best opportunities to be change-makers. We are proud that we have ITARIans in many International schools in top leadership positions.

      Qualification anchored in Educational Research

      02

      High Student-
      Faculty Ratio

      Creating great educators needs constant mentoring support. Each student in ITARI is mapped one-to-one to a highly qualified mentor to make change together. 

      21st Century ready Teacher Education Programme

      03

      High-Tech Labs
      and Library

      ITARI-BCU student has access to high-tech labs, a world class library and excellent student support system. This together offers an opportunity to research futuristic practices in the Metaverse Lab making learning experiences unique

      Internationally Recognized Qualification

      04

      Well Known Certifications

      ITARI enjoys affiliations with renowned international organisations. Qualifications with ITARI propel careers, thinking, and progressive change.

      AVERAGE CLASS PROFILE AT ITARI

      30+ Years in Age

      Industry Experts

      Technology Related Experts

      International Students

      Educational Field

      From the Desk of

      MD & CEO

      Lt. Gen. (Retired) Arjun Ray, PVSM, VSM
      Founder CEO & MD, Indus Trust

      Indus Training and Research Institute (ITARI) is the only institution of its kind in India for preservice and in-service teacher training in international education. Its uniqueness lies in being part of the ecosystem of Indus International schools. This enables internships and collaboration with mainstream IB teachers: just like the analogy of a medical college and a sister hospital co-located. Presently, ITARI in partnership with Birmingham City University, UK, offers Postgraduate Diploma in Education-International (PGDE-I). Additionally, in partnership with Cambridge Assessment International Education, we offer the Cambridge International Diploma in Teaching and Learning (CIDTL). These courses are hybrid in nature, thereby enabling students to remain in their respective schools, jobs, and cities, and learn from the course.

      All courses are conducted by experienced PhD-qualified faculty that mentor individual students thoroughly. A distinguishing feature of all courses is that ITARI is proactive in supporting 100 % placement in reputed schools all over India. In the near-future, ITARI will be conducting a six-month Diploma in Early Childhood Education from one of the renowned universities in Finland, at very affordable fees. Watch out for greater details. ITARI awards one-year research scholarships to five graduates at the end of each course. In addition, a Meta Lab is being setup for R & D for application of metaverse technologies in K 12 education. Graduates from renowned IITs are part of this project.

      From the Desk of

      Advisor to ITARI

      The great Greek philosopher Plato once said, “If you want to judge the quality of a civilization, have a look at its teachers.” With this he meant that the quality of teachers directly reflects the state of well-being in a country. Turbulent events like the Pandemic has mercilessly unearthed the huge gaps in our education system and economy and it is high time that educators wake up to this call and re-role themselves to this need. For this, firstly, the purpose of education has to be clear, because education is the bedrock of progress of any nation. Education needs to be relevant, and it has to focus on developing skills and competencies, because it is skills and competencies and not degrees which will shape the future of work.

      Future employability will be about competencies and mindsets more than college degrees and certifications. Teachers have to evolve and teach the current generation using disruptive methodologies by harnessing the power of innovation, technology and entrepreneurial competencies. In our endeavour to create teachers who are agents of change, ITARI has been offering a multi-dimensional process for guiding, teaching, influencing, and supporting a beginning teacher. We wish the ITARI team all the best as they continue to reinvent teacher training and redefine the role of the teacher.

      Dr. Sarojini Rao
      Principal, Indus International School, Bangalore

      Life at

      ITARI

      ITARI is located in the green, serene Indus International School campus. This bustling ecosystem with children, teachers, researchers, trainee teachers, leaders, trees, birds, butterflies and flowers, make learning a compellingly enjoyable experience. Each day is unique and transformational.

      Success Stories -

      ITARI

      Our student-educators are our strength and pride. Their remarkable stories educate and inspire us! Here are a few heart-warming success stories:

      The PGDE-I programme (2022-23) at ITARI affiliated with BCU, UK has been a life-transforming learning for me, as an educator, in this challenging 21st century VUCA world. It has helped invoke the empathetic designer's mindset to teach the learners through the subject. The attribute of situational awareness to learn, unlearn, and relearn has been consciously nurtured, especially with respect to exponential technologies. I have understood that personalisation of learning in science is fostered by constructivist co-design, differentiated instructions, Socratic inquiry, creativity, metacognitive activities, experiential learning, learner agency, formative assessments, and regular feedback. Kolb's reflective cycle aids in continuously evolving my concept mastery, learning designs, ATL strategies, and the core competencies of empathy, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, self-efficacy, and leadership.

      Tajeshwar Khara,PGDE-I 2023 Curriculum Coordinator – Indus International School
      Alumnus, Cornell University, New York

      I am so pleased I chose to do my PGDE-I with ITARI. It has been a truly invaluable learning experience. The faculty have been so wonderful throughout. They have guided and supported me which has enabled me to become a better, more confident educator. 

      Moya Caddy, PGDE-I 2023 SASE- System of Alternative Schooling & Edu.

      I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to gain a solid foundation in IB methodology. The instructors and mentors are top-notch, the course content is comprehensive and practical, and the community engagement aspect made the learning experience even more enriching.

      Vidya Somnath,PGDE-I 2023 Research Associate, Indus International School
      Alumnus, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala

      When I planned to pursue my CIDTL course, ITARI was the only institute that flashed in my mind. I had heard about them through a friend who did her course there and seen the difference she brought to the class.

      Priya Kalirajan,CIDTL 2022 Coordinator, Christ International School, Alambady Kolar

      The PGDE-I programme (2022-23) at ITARI affiliated with BCU, UK has been a life-transforming learning for me, as an educator, in this challenging 21st century VUCA world. It has helped invoke the empathetic designer's mindset to teach the learners through the subject. The attribute of situational awareness to learn, unlearn, and relearn has been consciously nurtured, especially with respect to exponential technologies. I have understood that personalisation of learning in science is fostered by constructivist co-design, differentiated instructions, Socratic inquiry, creativity, metacognitive activities, experiential learning, learner agency, formative assessments, and regular feedback. Kolb's reflective cycle aids in continuously evolving my concept mastery, learning designs, ATL strategies, and the core competencies of empathy, emotional intelligence, critical thinking, self-efficacy, and leadership.

      Sekhar Milan,PGDE-I 2023 Alumnus,IIT, Kharagpur

      One of the most noteworthy aspects of the course was the engaging discussions with ITARI faculties, where we explored topics such as leadership curriculum, academic curriculum, and trending educational practices. These discussions were stimulating and thought-provoking, providing me with valuable insights into the challenges facing education today and how to overcome them. Moreover, the course's emphasis on teaching the whole child, which includes not just academic learning but also social-emotional development and well-being, has been a crucial aspect that has truly resonated with me as a teacher.

      Parul M Patel,PGDE-I 2023 Alumnus, Sardar Patel University

      The one year course at ITARI has given me a crucible experience. The journey at ITARI has been highly impactful. Be open to let yourself go through the immersive experience that this course provides, you will eat, drink, sleep, walk, talk only about education and the future of education. Each day at ITARI takes you by surprise and you leave the campus with a learning. The course requires a lot of reading and self-learning. This is not a course that can be completed in a breeze, you really need to put in your best.

      Nikita Bajpai, PGDE-I 2023 Alumnus, National institute of Design, Ahmedabad

      For an experienced educator like me, the M.A. Ed course at ITARI offered the right balance of agency and mentoring. The faculty at ITARI provided personalised feedback and guidance all through the  PGDE-I phase of my MA.Ed. course, helping me draw from my personal strengths and domain experience.  By being so approachable and accessible, they helped me immensely to achieve a goal which I am certain will help me in my professional development.

      Sreedevi Gopalakrishna, M.A.Ed. 2023 Alumnus, Princeton Public Schools, New Jersey

      ITARI is the best option for those candidates who intend to contribute generously to the educational field. The CIDTL online Program is like a blessing in disguise for me. I can continue with my regular school job and implement new pedagogy in my classrooms. The best part of this program is that it is aligned with not only IB Schools, but also helps in catering to the needs of other board learners. Online classes conducted by the faculty are engaging and enriching. I am surely looking forward to better prospects in my teaching careen after this course.

      Jigisha Shukla Mall,CIDTL 2023 Teacher, Udgam School for Children, Ahmedabad

      ITARI has been quite an exciting and transformational journey full of intellectual stimulation. The program focuses on introspection, reflections, the impact of learning and independent thought. The lectures, exposure to the technology-driven future of education, first hand opportunities to teach kids makes it a truly unique experience.

      Pooja Rai, PGDE-I 2023 Alumnus, California State University, Fullerton

      I joined ITARI as an aspiring teacher. I learned that a teacher’s role is to motivate, moderate, and facilitate learning. As a teacher-learner, I have been exposed to best practices in IB education and its application in classrooms. Our internships at ITARI have been nothing short of exceptional experiences. Our mentors, Admin head, and Director constitute a dynamic team and have pushed us and expanded our capacity to think critically. The placements at ITARI were a true showcase of how ITARI’ans hold a competitive edge in the field of IB education. If one had to choose a progressive and persistent career as a teacher then ITARI is the place!

      Shamma Jacob,PGDE-I 2023 Teacher, Indus International School, Hyderabad
      Alumnus, Stella Maris College, Chennai

      This CIDTL course has made me reconsider my approach to learning. It has taught the importance of lesson planning and various teaching strategies. ITARI's structured guidance and framework at every level has strengthened my educational foundation and supported me with various theories and practices. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with such talented and dedicated mentors who are passionate about education and who are making a difference in the lives of their students. I've started reflecting on every activity I do in my life. This course has turned me into a lifelong learner.

      Umashankari,CIDTL 2023 Teacher, Shishya School, Hosur, Tamil Nadu

      I have had the privilege of participating in this professional development program that has helped me to grow both personally and professionally. Their innovative curriculum fosters a collaborative learning environment, which encourages us to work together and learn from each other's unique perspectives. What I appreciate most about this institute's teachers is their passion for teaching. The faculty members are exceptional and truly care about their students' success. They work tirelessly to ensure that we are engaged, challenged, and motivated. I would highly recommend this institute to anyone who is looking for a quality education or a rewarding career in teaching.

      Meghna Doshi,PGDE-I 2023 Alumnus, ST. Xavier's Institute of Management, Mumbai

      When I embarked on my journey with ITARI, I was apprehensive and curious thinking about the things I would experience learning in the PGDE-I course. As my classes resumed, I discovered myself learning new educational theories, pedagogies, and how the learning and the learner play a vital role in the educational process. Being an educator, this course aided me to develop pedagogical strategies to grow and learn as an individual. This has given me new insights into teaching and learning which will benefit me as an educator. I would like to thank all my mentors and the faculty for their support and encouragement throughout the course.

      Preeti Nair, PGDE-I 2023 Manager, Indus Training And Research Institute, Bangalore
      Alumnus, Shivaji University, Kolhapur

      The institute offers a congenial learning environment, and the skills and knowledge gained here will be invaluable in any teaching career.  The faculty is extremely informed and skilled, and their dedication to offering top-notch instruction is demonstrated in the way they teach. Many facets of teaching, including pedagogy, lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment are covered in this extensive programme. The PGDI programme also offers plenty of chances for practical application, which aids in the development of students' skills and confidence in their own abilities. The institute offers its students placement assistance in addition to a top-notch academic curriculum, which is a bonus.

      Namrata Verma , PGDE-I 2023 Alumnus, Kumaun University, Nainital

      The PGDE-I course is transformational, would be an understatement. The design and the implementation of the course structure brought attitudinal shifts in my life, to look at every aspect of life and life itself, differently. The course and the campus of ITARI is meant to introspect, reflect and inspire. Every mentor at ITARI has my best interest at heart and they always take out time to answer all questions I pester them with.  I am now on the path of personalising my own learning, evaluating and reflecting on my journey of relearning and unlearning, to become a better educator.

      Kanupriya Purohit, PGDE-I 2023 Teacher, Indus Early Years, Koramangala
      Alumnus, University of Delhi

      The program's curriculum is rigorous, challenging, and relevant to the demands of modern-day education. It has provided me with a strong foundation in educational pedagogy, and equipped me with the practical skills and knowledge necessary to become a more effective educator and to make a positive impact on my students' lives. The faculty are exceptional in their commitment to fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment. The placements have given me the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills I have gained in a real-world setting. I have been placed at Legacy School, Bangalore.

      Darshini V, GDE-I 2023 Teacher, Legacy School, Bangalore
      Alumnus., Mount Carmel College, Bangalore

      As an International Educator with 7 years of experience in the field, I felt that I needed by teaching practice to strike a new level, so I wanted a good educational degree to further equip me for the roles at hand. I enrolled in a master's in education course facilitated by the Indus Training and Research Institute in Collaboration with Birmingham City University U.K. The course has provided me with an opportunity to deepen my knowledge and expertise in the field of education. I would highly recommend this program to anyone looking to deepen their knowledge and expertise in education.

      Andrew Teron, M.A.Ed. 2023 Head of Science and Pedagogy, The United World College of Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina

      A few months back I felt completely stagnant - I have a beautiful routine and am privileged to work with young children in the community area. My job has always been soul-satisfying. Then what was missing? I always had this at the back of my mind to hone my research and reflection skills so that I could reflect on the work I was doing with young learners and I could work on a path which could help me deal with current challenges differently. I came across the ECE course at ITARI. I had multiple calls before I finally decided to take the course. Right from the first call, the team was extremely supportive, and empathetic and patiently heard my needs and guided me. The decision to take this course has been extremely rewarding - the course is very challenging and keeps you on your toes. Yet, I would recommend it to anyone who aims to become a reflective practitioner. I am lucky I have amazing mentors who are available to answer my constant queries and support me whenever I need help. The team adopts a very critical feedback mechanism that only pushes you to improve and give your best. My perspectives and my understanding of ECE have only got a boost (and this is just the first module) - I only wonder with excitement and await the unfolding of the upcoming modules. I feel so excited to execute the learnings in my school context. I have seen a mindset shift in me. I have now moved from 'Just What' to 'Now What'?? Looking forward to my journey ahead!

      Charisma Hiranandani, PGP In ECE 2024 Professional Storyteller | Story Trainer | Language Development Educator | Founder | Shake-a-Tale

      Joining the Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) postgraduate program with ITARI and university of Helsinki, HY+,has been a game-changer for me. The quality delivered by the experienced and supportive faculty from diverse backgrounds has been outstanding. The guidance given by Ms Sonali , Ms Sasha, Ms Uttama along with the support from the Finnish team, has helped me develop critical thinking skills, prompting me to question and reflect on my practices. Through this program, I've successfully debunked the myth of being grade oriented and learned the art of thoughtful reflection. This holistic approach has not only enriched my professional practice but has also equipped me with the confidence and tools needed to excel in the field of early childhood education and care. I wholeheartedly recommend this program to anyone willing to seeking a comprehensive and empowering academic experience.

      Ms. Prajakta Bapat Head of the Centre - Team Indus Altum Early Learning Centre
      Belagum, Karnataka

      Teachers affect eternity. No one can tell where their influence stops.

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