City Desk :
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) successfully hosted the ‘Overseas Training for Teachers’ in Bangladesh. Through firsthand visits to a developing country, the training aimed to help Japanese teachers and educators understand the education landscape in developing countries and the increasingly expanding field of international cooperation.
In the recently held programme, participants expressed a stronger interest in strengthening Japan-Bangladesh relations through education and exchange, says a press release.
Launched 40 years ago, the Overseas Training for Teachers is a year-long program for Japanese teachers and other education staff interested in development education and international understanding. The programme includes pre-departure training in Japan, 1-2 weeks of training in a developing country, and post-departure training in Japan. Participants use what they learn to create lessons and teaching materials, put them into practice in their schools, and report on their activities.
During the Bangladesh visit, the Japanese teachers engaged with a wide range of institutions, including government schools, international schools, NGO-run schools, the University of Dhaka, the Directorate of Primary Education, Primary Teachers Training Institute, and Kumon.
They also visited the JICA Bangladesh office, cultural and sports centers, public health projects, and so on.
