Why and When Should Teachers Be Trained by the School?
Why and When Should Teachers Be Trained by the School? – Coach Da-Silva Johnson.
HEI Nigeria Teachers training session in Nasarawa.
Why Teachers Should Be Trained
1. To Improve Teaching Quality
A school is only as strong as its teachers. Even if classrooms are beautiful and resources are available, without competent teachers, the school cannot achieve its mission. Training equips teachers with modern strategies of instruction, learner-centered approaches, and effective communication skills. As Henry Adams said: “A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.”
2. To Enhance Student Learning Outcomes
When teachers are well-trained, students learn better. They benefit from clearer explanations, more engaging lessons, and creative methods. Training sharpens teachers to help students not only pass exams but also develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and character.
3. To Align with the School’s Vision & Curriculum
Every school has its unique philosophy, curriculum, and culture. Training ensures teachers understand the school’s values and deliver lessons in alignment with its goals. This prevents inconsistency and promotes unity of purpose. “Unity of thought is strength; diversity without direction is confusion.”
4. To Build Professional Confidence
Untrained teachers may feel inadequate, anxious, or frustrated in the classroom. Training empowers them with skills that boost confidence. A confident teacher is a more effective teacher, able to handle challenges with wisdom.
5. To Keep Up with Educational Changes
Education is dynamic. New teaching methodologies, technologies, and government policies emerge regularly. Training helps teachers remain current and adaptable. John Dewey rightly said: “If we teach today’s students as we taught yesterday’s, we rob them of tomorrow.”
6. To Strengthen Classroom Management
Many learning problems are not academic but behavioral. Training helps teachers develop better strategies for discipline, motivation, and managing diverse learners, which directly improves learning outcomes.
7. To Promote Team Spirit & Collaboration
When teachers train together, they grow together. It fosters a professional learning community where teachers share ideas, encourage each other, and build a sense of ownership of the school’s success.
When Teachers Should Be Trained
1. At Recruitment/Induction Stage
When a teacher first joins the school, induction training helps them understand the school’s philosophy, rules, and expectations. It is the foundation of loyalty and effectiveness.
2. Before a New Academic Session
Beginning-of-term or session training (usually in August/September) prepares teachers for the coming year—lesson planning, curriculum breakdown, and strategies for achieving set goals.
3. During Mid-Term or Holidays
Mid-session breaks or holidays are perfect opportunities for refresher training without disrupting classroom activities. This keeps teachers energized and updated.
4. When Curriculum or Policy Changes
If there is a change in the national curriculum, new exam standards, or school policy adjustments, teachers must be trained immediately so they can adapt effectively.
5. When you carry out teachers placement.
Anytime you place teachers in various classes or allocate subjects , it is important to train the teachers on the new task as you get them prepare to produce result on your expectation and intentions . There are things you want to achieve in each classes or on each subjects. Training is key.
6. When New Technology or Methods Are Introduced
Schools that adopt digital tools, e-learning platforms, or new assessment systems should not assume teachers will “figure it out.” Proper training ensures smooth implementation.
7. When Performance Gaps Are Identified
If monitoring or evaluation reveals weaknesses (e.g., poor lesson delivery, weak assessment skills), targeted training should be organized to close the gaps.
8. Periodically (Continuous Professional Development)
Teacher training should not be a one-time event. Just as doctors or lawyers continuously update their knowledge, teachers should be given opportunities for ongoing professional growth. “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin
Final Thought
Training is not an expense; it is an investment. Schools that invest in training their teachers ultimately raise the standard of their students and build a lasting reputation for excellence. Teachers are the builders of the nation’s future—equipping them is equipping the next generation.
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