The Course on Science and Mathematics in Basic Education

JICA (The Japan International Cooperation Agency) is organizing a training course on Science and Mathematics under the training programmes for young leaders as part of the technical cooperation scheme of the Government of Japan with the purpose of promoting Human Resource Development in developing countries. Under the programme Science and Mathematics teachers are invited to Japan for 18 days to be provided with opportunities to: 1) Develop their specialities through experiencing and learning technologies and skills in Japan, and 2) Increase their willingness to resolve issues on their own. The total number of 17 teachers have been invited for participation in the programme. The applicants must be teaching Science and Mathematics for classes 6 to 10 (trained graduate teachers or TGTs in Science/Maths). They should be from 20 to 35 years of age and expected to become leaders in their specialized fields in future.They should have reasonable command of spoken and written English and they should be in good health both physically and mentally for participation in the program. The application form along with Job report duly completed in all respects should be sent to Mrs. Sugandh Sharma, Education Officer (Commerce) at the address stated at the top by 16th December, 2011. It may be noted that there may not be further extension of the last date for submission in view of the time constraint.