RELEVANCE OF ORIENTATION PROGRAMMES AND REFRESHER COURSES

Abstract

Teaching is one of the most noble professions one can have. Teachers are the bridge between the students and the institution, as they try to disseminate the information to the students making them ready to stand in the competitive world and thereby achieve the goals of the educational institution. It becomes essential for the teachers to have continuous upgradation and professional development to cultivate teaching efficiently and effectively. While this article focuses on the importance of Orientation Programmes(OP) and Refresher Courses (RC) for the overall development of the teachers and profession. It mentions several reasons for Understanding Educational Culture, Networking, etc. which motivate the teachers to attend the programmes, and on the other side, it lists out the benefits been given to parts of the society i.e. students, teachers, and the educational institution.