Leh, February 26: A two-day Science workshop for Masters and teachers of Government High and Middle Schools of Leh district commenced on Wednesday at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh.
The workshop aims to strengthen subject knowledge, promote innovative pedagogical practices and enhance classroom teaching–learning processes in Science education, with special emphasis on practical and activity-based learning in Physics.
The programme was inaugurated by Principal DIET Leh, Sh. Mirza Mehdi, along with Head of Department, Smt. Tsering Yangdol. Welcoming the resource person and participating teachers, the Principal stressed the importance of concept-based and activity-oriented teaching practices in Science. He underscored the need to integrate practical learning into classroom transactions to nurture scientific temperament, curiosity and problem-solving skills among students.
He also encouraged teachers to adopt innovative and experiential approaches to make Physics learning more engaging and meaningful.
Sh. Sandeep Singh Pathania, Post Graduate Teacher (Physics) at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Leh, is serving as the resource person for the workshop. He will conduct sessions on key Physics concepts, experiential and practical learning methods, competency-based education, innovative teaching strategies, demonstration-based experiments and effective classroom assessment practices.
The workshop will conclude on February 27, 2026. It is expected to equip participating teachers with updated methodologies and practical tools to enhance students’ learning outcomes in Science across the district.
