International Workshop on Global Citizenship in Education Kicks Off in Lahore
Lahore. Apr.14: A four-day international workshop on “Global Citizenship in Education and Curriculum Development and Integration” has commenced in Lahore, marking a significant milestone for Punjab’s education system. The workshop is jointly organized by the School Education Department and PECTAA, aiming to bring curriculum development, professional teacher training, and educational assessments onto a unified platform based on 21st-century skills and research-driven pedagogical practices.
Key Highlights:
– Global Citizenship Education: The workshop focuses on integrating global citizenship principles into school practices, emphasizing transformative learning, peacebuilding, and critical pedagogy.
– Curriculum Development: Participants will engage with innovative teaching methods suited for both formal and non-formal contexts, developing strategies to create inclusive, impactful, and future-ready curricula.
– 21st-Century Skills: The workshop aims to equip educators with the tools and strategies necessary to embed global citizenship education across educational systems, promoting lifelong learning and sustainable development.
– Mutual Collaboration: The event brings together national and international experts, participants, and stakeholders to foster mutual collaboration and knowledge sharing.
CEO ECTAA Dr. Shehanshah Faisal Azeem and Parliamentary Secretary for Education Nosheen Adnan welcomed participants, emphasizing the workshop’s significance in promoting quality education and sustainable development. This initiative aligns with UNESCO’s efforts to integrate global citizenship education into regional school systems, promoting inclusive and equitable quality education for all ¹.
