Chief Examiners from Cambridge review teaching strategies

Delhi: University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) today organized teacher training workshops under the aegis of its program "CIE Face to Face Courses for Teachers". The workshop was conducted at Vidya Sanskar International School, Faridabad, by international teacher trainers and chief examiners from Cambridge.

Speaking at the workshop, Ms. Marian Cox, Chief Examiner at CIE, said "Developmental programme are essential for teachers, as newer methodologies need to be adopted with changing times. These courses also provide teachers an opportunity to meet colleagues, share their best practice and discuss common issues."

CIE teacher training workshops include a review of teaching strategies as applied to the delivery of the Cambridge syllabus and are designed to contribute to the improvement of student examination performance. Offered at Cambridge Stage 2 (Intermediate), the workshops address issues relating to assessment issues, teaching methods and strategies, including creating schemes of work and lesson plans.

"CIE stands for world class education, and maintains uniform standards for all its centers globally" said William Bickerdike, South Asia Manager, Cambridge International Examinations. He added "Teachers from India have welcomed these workshops as they help in skill set upgradation as well as offering the opportunity of interacting with expert trainers and examiners."

The next CIE professional development event is a seminar entitled 'The School Principal as System Leader', to be delivered by the internationally renowned expert on school leadership, Professor David Hopkins.

About CIE
University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world's largest provider of international qualifications for 14-19 year olds. CIE offers a broad range of qualifications, created for an international audience. CIE's qualifications include Cambridge IGCSE and International A/AS Level. CIE qualifications are taken in 150 countries and recognised by universities, educational providers and employers across the world.

CIE is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group, a non-teaching, not-for-profit organisation and part of the University of Cambridge. CIE has a strong pedigree in development and research – it was the first exam board to develop the International GCSE 20 years ago. We constantly review our provision and introduce new subject areas and qualifications. CIE offers unrivalled support to its network of registered Centres.