This was attended by a group of distinguished teachers and educators participating in the teaching methods course organized by the Teaching Methods Center at the university in coordination with the Duhok Education Directorate.
The seminar highlighted the fundamental concepts of financial literacy, including personal financial planning, principles of saving and investment, as well as managing debts and loans, as part of its efforts to enhance financial awareness and develop financial skills among educational staff.
This scientific activity aims to empower teachers and educators to build solid financial capabilities that positively reflect on their personal and professional lives, contributing to the upbringing of a financially aware generation capable of making sound economic decisions in the future.
The course was delivered by Dr. Layla Mohammed Salih and aimed to enhance the emergency preparedness of academic teaching staff. Participants received comprehensive instruction covering both theoretical foundations and hands-on practical training in managing medical emergencies effectively.
The goals of our daily lives are extremely important; certainly, if we do not have a goal, we do not know why we strive or why we face destruction. Therefore, we must always have goals to be able to succeed.
Also, another thing in the context of my seminar is specifically about the difference between (desire – goal).
It is noteworthy that the seminar lasted (one hour).
More than (30) different course teachers participated, where they were ready to engage in a rich dialogue and discussion that enriched their seminar.
In the seminar, we focused on the topic of attention and discussed that it is one of the essential and most important elements in the learning process, playing a prominent role in students’ success.
This ability has a direct impact on the level of understanding, thinking, and retention of information. It was also noted that without proper attention, students would not be able to absorb information effectively and retain it in their minds.
Another subject is the description of types of attention, such as selective attention, sustained attention, and divided attention, and explaining their effects on different types of learning. There was also a specific topic related to the challenges teachers face, such as the short attention span of students, individual differences, and the need to adapt teaching methods to the needs of each student.
Additionally, various strategies were discussed, such as using multifaceted teaching methods, creating a suitable learning environment, and leveraging modern technologies to enhance attention and thus increase students’ awareness and learning in the classroom.
“The active student = a bright future”
In today’s world, a successful student is not just someone who sits in class and listens. Rather, it is the student who actively participates, asks questions, investigates, and collaborates with their peers.
Activity is the magic key to learning. When a student engages in an activity, they not only receive information, but they also understand it deeply, retain memories, and utilize it.
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It is very important for the teacher to be precise in asking questions and to avoid making scientific errors. It is also important for the teacher to be very clear in how the paper and the questions are organized for the students. Therefore, when the teacher asks a question and types it on the computer, if it is not resolved, it may cause confusion for the students, including:
1. Solve the problem of skipping from one question to another.
2. A solution for creating additional boxes on the question paper when converting a (Word) file to (PDF).
3. How to organize the pages and place the options nicely next to each other in a row…. etc.
A seminar on the process of education and teaching, the difference between education and teaching, various teaching methods according to the lessons, discussing John Dewey’s ideas and beliefs about the educational process, the impact of the teacher’s role on the education process and students, and increasing their self-esteem and motivating them to change their behaviors for the better and supporting them psychologically and emotionally, and stories of famous figures where good teachers played an effective role in their success and changed the direction of their lives, and discussing the process of attention and perception and the difference between them, and the importance of each, memory and recall, how a student learns and how information stays in memory.
The Wu Xing (Five Elements) theory—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—offers a balanced way to understand diverse learning styles.
Each element represents different strengths: creativity (Wood), passion (Fire), stability (Earth), structure (Metal), and reflection (Water).
By blending these elements, teachers can design lessons that engage imagination, logic, emotions, and critical thinking.
Wood learners thrive in brainstorming, while Fire learners enjoy lively discussions.
Earth learners prefer hands-on stability, Metal learners need organization, and Water learners learn best through deep reflection.
Balancing these approaches ensures every student feels included and supported in their unique learning journey.
