The video is a plenary session for day three of World Teachers’ Day, focusing on building teacher communities and building learning. The session is hosted by Joe, who introduces the speakers: Stephen Mander and Rabia Shafi. Stephen is a teacher and teacher educator with over 20 years of experience working with teachers and students in various regions. Rabia is a teacher educator and materials developer with over 20 years of experience working with educators across Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and Africa.
The session explores the concept of self-directed learning, highlighting five key elements: empowerment, purposefulness, resourcefulness, interaction, and reflection. The speakers emphasize the importance of diagnosing learning needs, setting clear goals, identifying relevant resources, interacting with peers, and evaluating learning outcomes. They also discuss practical tips for online learning, such as creating a study schedule, finding a quiet study space, and taking breaks.
The session concludes with a Q&A session, where the speakers address questions from the audience, such as whether it’s possible to take multiple courses simultaneously and how to find relevant topics for professional development. The speakers encourage participants to join the Teaching English Facebook community and newsletter for updates on upcoming events and resources.
