Teachers’ App launched in Mkg

A professional development programme for primary school teachers, focusing on Mathematics and Science, was launched on September 23 at Sangtemla Community Hall, Mokokchung. The initiative was jointly organised by Bharti Airtel Foundation and the District Education Department, Mokokchung.
Deputy Commissioner Mokokchung, Ajit Kumar Verma, graced the occasion as chief guest and officially launched the Teachers App. In his address, Verma said the app would strengthen and energize schools by engaging teachers, students and parents in school transformation. He commended Bharti Airtel Foundation for its 25-year commitment to teacher training and inclusive education, and assured full support from the district administration for the programme’s success.
The programme was chaired by Alila, Coordinator EBRC Kobulong. Introduction to Bharti Airtel Foundation was presented by Hammed, who highlighted the collaboration between the Department of School Education, Nagaland (DSEN) and Bharti Airtel Foundation through Teacher App platform. The initiative aims to enhance pedagogical skills, transform classroom practices and create engaging learning environments aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP).
The Teachers App offers high-quality, easy-to-use content across academic and co-scholastic domains, combining self-paced online courses and interactive webinars. Teachers will undergo training in phases, and upon successful completion, will receive joint certification from DSEN and Bharti Airtel Foundation.
District Education Officer, Sentinenla, urged teachers to register and complete the training despite their busy schedules, emphasizing its importance in improving student learning outcomes.
Vote of thanks was delivered by Diberyendu Deb Roy. Altogether, 80 teachers attended the programme, along with Assistant Commissioner Ajay Moktan, Sr. SDEO Mokokchung, AEO, Assistant District Coordinator Samagra Shiksha, TOTs and EBRC personnel.