West Visayas State University (WVSU) successfully wrapped up the first part of its teacher training workshop on March 14, 2025.

Maureen Rooney, an English Language Fellow from the U.S. Embassy, provided participants with valuable insights into effective teaching strategies designed to enhance classroom engagement and promote student-centered learning.

Throughout the session, teachers had the chance to review and reflect on the strategies they learned, allowing them to create and develop instructional materials that incorporated these new methods. Teachers were also tasked with designing a teaching activity or resource, which they later presented to their peers for constructive feedback.

One of the highlights of the session was the creation of a 5-minute interactive lesson or activity, where educators used new techniques to foster a more engaging classroom experience.

“It’s about more than just delivering content,” said Rooney. “It’s about making learning interactive, collaborative, and meaningful. This workshop is a chance for teachers to see firsthand how simple strategies can transform their classrooms”, she added.

This workshop is the first part of a two-part series, with the second session titled “Classroom Engagement in the 21st Century” scheduled for March 17-18, 2025. The ongoing series promises to provide educators with a practical tools and techniques aimed at enhancing their teaching practices.

As WVSU continues to support teacher development, the workshop series exemplifies the university’s commitment to innovation and global best practices in education.

By Gladwyn B. Gustilo/ILLO