GANGTOK, : Lok Sabha MP Indra Hang Subba on Thursday attended the
Teaching-Learning Materials (TLM) Exhibition-cum-Competition organized by
Office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate headed by NK Karki. The event saw
enthusiastic participation from 33 schools within the Dentam subdivision, all
of which showcased innovative and student-developed teaching-learning materials
(TLMs).
The
exhibition aimed to encourage schools and educators to adopt more effective,
engaging, and student-centric teaching methods. It provided a valuable platform
for sharing best practices and nurturing a culture of creativity in classroom
pedagogy, a press release informs.
Two
senior educators from DIET College, Gyalshing, were invited as judges for the
competition. They evaluated the TLMs based on creativity, applicability, and
the potential to enhance classroom learning outcomes.
SDM
NK Karki announced the winners of the competition:
First
Prize: Srinagi Primary School
Second
Prize: Lower Shankhu Primary School
Third
Prize: Som Busty Junior High School
In
recognition of their efforts and to further support innovation in education, the
LokSabha MP announced a special sanction under the MPLADS fund:
Rs.
5 lakh for the first prize winner
Rs.
4 lakh for the second prize winner
Rs. 3 lakh for the third prize winner
This
financial support is aimed at strengthening infrastructure and scaling up
creative teaching practices in these schools, the release mentions.
The
event was attended by the principals of Dentam Senior Secondary School and
Hee Yangthang Senior Secondary School, as well as headmasters and headmistresses
from participating institutions. Their presence and encouragement were
instrumental in motivating the students and educators.
The
TLM Exhibition-cum-Competition was not only a celebration of innovation but
also a collective commitment to transforming classrooms into dynamic centres of
learning.
Indra
Hang commended the efforts of all participants and reaffirmed his dedication to
supporting quality and inclusive education across the region, the release
mentions.
