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Pakistan Educational Leadership Institute 2010 July 05-31,2010. Academic Dimensions. Fabulous 40. Presentation outline. Thematic Areas Instructional Methodologies Course Content, and Pedagogical Learning. 1. Thematic Areas. Educational leadership as a keystone of civil society
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Pakistan Educational Leadership Institute 2010July 05-31,2010 Academic Dimensions
Presentation outline • Thematic Areas • Instructional Methodologies • Course Content, and • Pedagogical Learning
1. Thematic Areas • Educational leadership as a keystone of civil society • Ethical decision making and advocacy for change • Best practice and innovations in science education, incorporating environmental models • Strategies for the effective delivery of environmental literacy in English • Explore strategic planning initiatives to expand alumni outreach and engagement
2. Instructional Methodologies • Classroom Based Sessions • Discussion • Individual/Group work • Presentation • Hands-on-task • Reflection • Questioning • Role play
2. Instructional Methodologies • Field trip • Environmental education walking tour-NH sewerage system • Visit to watersheds e.g. Baker river, Pemi river, squame lake • School visit • Visit to Science museum • Visit to historical places/sites • White mountain national forest
2. Instructional Methodologies • Laboratory work • MAP development in computer lab • Testing of water samples in chemistry labs • Analysis of water nutrients
2. Instructional Methodologies • Home Task • Reflection writing • Readings • MAP development
2. Instructional Methodologies • Interaction • Informal interaction with E/L school students in Mary Lyon Hall • Interaction with community guests
3. Content • Language immersion models-ESOL issues and solutions • Arts in education institute • Wordless books presentation
3. Content • Educational leadership • Constructivism and learning • Critical thinking • Ethical principles • Peace education • Impact of challenging times on individual and systems • The role of leaders in supporting children and schools in changing times • Advocacy and role of educational leaders • Change process and role of educational leaders in facilitating change
3. Content • Environmental theme: • Introduction to watersheds and water quality • Primary nutrients in natural water • Water management: drinking and waste water • Discover your watersheds address • International water issues • Master Action Plan development; what, why, how • Learning technology • US culture • Sharing • Observation
4. Pedagogical Learning • Balance between depth and breadth of the programme • Addressing diverse needs • How different stakeholders contribute in education development (integrated approach) • Appreciation for culture of others • Making programs focusing real life issues • Respect of others culture, values
Cultural Exchange (July 4-July 31,2010)
First Impression • WARM WELCOME • Program Director Ms. Blakeman Allen and her team members • Introduction of group and the program team • Friendly attitude • Well Managed/Organized • Concerned about Safety Measures • Quality Services(orientations, clear instructions, Guide)
HONOR • Flag ceremony • Invited the group in their musical program and acknowledged the presence of Pakistani educationists • Invitations extended by Ms. Blake Allen, Dr. SalmanMalik and other faculty • Interaction with the Local Community/University Students • Meeting with State Department Officials
Fruitful Visits • Harvard University Boston • Visit of university and New Hampshire town • Washington D.C, Whitehouse, museums • Aquarium at Boston • Voice of America • Embassy of Islamic Republic of Pakistan • Duck-Tour
Critical Lessons • Change in Perceptions, Attitudes and Behavor • Cross Cultural Learning • Broadening Horizons • Promoting Tolerance and Harmony • Holistic Learning • Diversity is our strength
Visit to the US State Department Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs