Skill Share Teachers Exchange Program
The Climate Project Foundation has launched an innovative program under its Green Campus Program called, Skill Share Teachers Exchange Program. It provides the teachers an opportunity to broaden their horizons by exploring and collaborating with schools from different parts of the country. It is an interstate exchange program for the teachers to immerse themselves in diverse educational environments, culture while learning about innovative green practices and hands-sustainable solutions.
It allows Teachers from one educational institution to learn from another institution about their best practices in the domain of Climate Change, developing a green campus and inculcating sustainable behavior in students.
How do I sign up for the
SkillShare Program?
STEP
05
Reflection and Evaluation
After the exchange, participants reflect on their experiences, assessing the program’s impact on teaching, student engagement, and environmental awareness over a period of one year.
STEP
04
Collaboration
The host school will offer the visiting faculty a final itinerary. During their visit, they’ll observe teaching methods, exchange sustainable solutions, and share best practices for integrating environmental education into the curriculum to promote sustainable behaviour among students.
STEP
03
Matching and Orientation
Applicant school will be informed about the host school from the state chosen by the applicant.
STEP
02
Selection
Application will be reviewed by our team from The Climate Reality Project India & South Asia. You will be intimated over call/email to understand your needs better.
STEP
01
Application
Register your school under the Green Campus Programme if not done already. Then you can fill out the interest form for Skillshare program.
Benefits of the Program
The first step to enrol for the Skillshare porgram is to get certified under the Green Campus Programme. It offers a chance for your school to get audited with sustainable practices in your campus to aim towards carbon neutrality.
Green Campus Certification
Teachers can get hands on experience about practical green practices other schools are creatively undertaking. The teachers also get exposed to various classroom teaching techniques and speak to the students in-depth to apply the tailor-made solutions to schools.
New Learnings from Different Schools
The teachers from different schools get to exchange ideas and learn new approaches to sustainability education.
Cross Cultural Collaboration
The teachers can get to adapt themselves to new teaching methods which are more valuable to the students to grasp their classroom subjects better.
Learn Classroom Learning Techniques
States where you can apply for Skillshare
Jammu & Kashmir
89 GCP Campuses
Punjab
Punjab
22 GCP Campuses
Uttarakhand
09 GCP Campuses
Uttar Pradesh
18 GCP Campuses
Haryana
24 GCP Campuses
Delhi
50 GCP Campuses
Rajasthan
03 GCP Campuses
Gujarat
05 GCP Campuses
Maharashtra
37 GCP Campuses
Madhya Pradesh
03 GCP Campuses
Karnataka
15 GCP Campuses
Kerala
05 GCP Campuses
Tamil Nadu
41 GCP Campuses
Telangana
03 GCP Campuses
Odisha
04 GCP Campuses
West Bengal
25 GCP Campuses
Tripura
01 GCP Campuses
Meghalaya
01 GCP Campuses
Assam
02 GCP Campuses
Sikkim
02 GCP Campuses
Bihar
01 GCP Campuses
Glimpses at a few Skill Share sessions
Visit of Gyan Anant Vidyalaya, Uttar Pradesh to St. Mary’s School, New Delhi
The first GCP Skill Share Teachers Exchange took place between Gyan Anant Vidyalaya and St. Mary’s School, Dwarka, New Delhi, on 6th April. Four teachers from Gyan Anant Vidyalaya visited St. Mary’s School to learn about their sustainable and innovative green practices. They were particularly impressed by a mini forest on the campus consisting of 1600 native plants, which is maintained by the students.
Additionally, they learned about the school's use of tetra packs in constructing a soundproof music room, the implementation of water meters for water conservation, and the buddy plant system aimed at fostering a connection between students and nature while instilling a sense of responsibility towards it. These practices showcased a holistic approach towards environmental education and sustainability. Overall, the experience proved to be incredibly enriching for the visiting teachers.
Visit of Mother’s Public School, Odisha to Tagore International School, New Delhi
On 15th April, 02 teachers from Mother's Public School, Bhubaneswar, Odisha visited Tagore International School, East of Kailash, New Delhi. They were provided with an overview of the sustainable practices and green school initiatives, showcasing the commitment to environmental stewardship. A comprehensive tour of the school’s eco-friendly infrastructure highlighted the dedication to sustainability in various aspects of school life. Additionally, the Vice Principals had the opportunity to observe the inclusive academic practices, which prioritize student-centered learning. This exchange of ideas and practices served to strengthen collaboration between educational institutions from Odisha and Delhi, fostering a spirit of mutual learning and growth. The second day of the exchange program delved deeper into the school’s culture and ethos. Throughout the day, they experienced the dynamic energy of the school community and gained insights into the rich cultural heritage. The visit of the teachers from Mother's Public School, Bhubaneswar, proved to be enriching and fruitful. It strengthened ties between the institutions and facilitated the exchange of valuable knowledge and experiences with opportunities for mutual growth.
