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The mission of ITARI is to encompass the areas of training, research and knowledge management, leadership development and quality management systems for International Schools.
It therefore envisages:
- Pre-service training programmes in international education.
- In-service capacity building of Indus teachers and others.
- Conduct research in pedagogy, human learning as well as knowledge management.
- Quality evaluation of international schools.
- Consultancy services.
Pre-service Training Programmes in International Education:
Pre-service training programmes are meant for both fresher’s and teachers who are newcomers to the international curricula, and who would like to pursue a teaching career in International Schools.
ITARI is an accredited institution offering the Keele University Post Graduate Diploma in International Education. This is a full time one year programme that is accredited by the prestigious Keele University, U.K. Keele University is the largest integrated University in the U.K. that has about 12,500 students, a staff strength of 1,700, and a 617 acre campus. It offers about 500 honors courses and its annual turnover is approximately £ 102 million .
ITARI also offers the Post Graduate Certificate in International Education a four month (including internship) full time training course for fresh post graduates/graduates/fresher’s aspiring to pursue a teaching career in International Schools. The programme comprises theory, practicals and internship.
In-service Training Programmes in International Education:
ITARI offers the Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers (CIDTT). This is a professional course of eight months duration meant for teachers/working professionals who require additional qualification and training to familiarize themselves with International Education. Classes are conducted online with a few contact periods and practical sessions. The Diploma is accredited by the Cambridge University, U.K. and is recognized worldwide.
ITARI has customized workshops (duration of 2-3 days) for Indus schools. Workshop themes are on International Education, Leadership and Best Pedagogic Practices. This training is aimed at facilitating teachers to reflect on their practice, share their experiences, create awareness of new literacy and best classroom practices; thereby creating a professional learning community. Workshops can be conducted for schools which are interested in professional development of their faculty. Workshop topics and duration can be customized to suit a particular school and can also be conducted at respective schools.
Research in Pedagogy, Human Learning, and Knowledge Management Systems:
Research is an essential integral practice in an academic institution; necessary in order to synthesize new information, incorporate best teaching practices and keep up with the rapidly evolving nature of 21st century education. Changes that affect the classroom, curriculum design, instructional practices, emerging technology, scientific findings of cognitive neuroscience and child psychology, need to be continuously monitored, and updated through an organized research process. The Connect and Develop (C & D) philosophy for research facilitates collaboration and networking, provides exposure and creates awareness in emerging research findings originating from various eminent research firmaments worldwide. At ITARI scientific research findings are collated, analyzed and applied into classroom practices.
The Knowledge Bank comprises peer reviewed research papers in pedagogy, links to educational journals, e-books, videos and important websites. A library with books, periodicals and magazines has been set-up. An e-journal (SOAR) is published quarterly with articles written by Indus School Teachers on various teaching practices, personal experiences, feedback on workshops and interesting findings that bridge the fields of teaching and research in school education.
Quality Evaluation:
ITARI aims to examine all quality issues and tools and make recommendations for the development of all Indus schools. Concerns with quality and sensitivity to stakeholders are very important issues for sustained growth of an educational firmament. The Balanced Scorecard is being used to evaluate the overall performance of a school to provide a 360 ° feedback.
Consultancy Services:
ITARI offers consultancy services to various Schools on: Faculty induction training (CIDTT) and workshops. Selection of faculty and pre-authorization process of IB PYP, MYP and DP programmes for new schools, as well as specific areas of research any school may wish to address.
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