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29/12/2024

23/12/2024

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19/12/2024

Today, we celebrate not only the anniversary of our group but also the incredible journey of growth, collaboration, and empowerment that each of us has experienced. Together, we have created a supportive community where knowledge is shared, skills are honed, and every voice is valued. As we reflect on our achievements, let us continue to inspire one another, advocate for excellence in education, and pave the way for future generations of educators. Here’s to many more years of learning and success together!
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15/12/2024

🌟 Join Us for a Special Celebration!🌟

We’re excited to announce that ELTWC-SIG is turning 3! 🎉

Date: December 19, 2024
Time: As from 7 PM
Format: Virtual Ceremony

Let’s come together to celebrate our achievements, share inspiring stories, and look ahead to new horizons. Your presence will make it even more special!

Agenda:
- 🎤 Opening Remarks by Founder
- 🌟 Highlights of the Year
- 🗣️ Guest Speaker Session
- 🤝 Networking Opportunities
- 🎊 Fun Activities,Quizzes & Prizes(communication credits...)
- 🎉 Closing Remarks

Stay tuned !
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💖

12/12/2024

🎯 Attention Teachers!🎯

As we approach the festive season, it's crucial that we take a moment to talk about Sickle Cell Disease in our classrooms. 🩸💬

This period of year is often a time of increased social activities,🎄🎊 which can sometimes result in risky behaviors, including early and unwanted pregnancies. 🫄🏽😔💔

By sensitizing our students about Sickle Cell, we can educate them not just on safe practices, but also on the serious risks associated with this condition and the importance of making informed choices. 📚👩‍🏫

If you've witnessed the struggles of someone living with Sickle Cell, you sure understand the importance of this conversation and know how crucial it is to spread awareness.🏥💪🏽

Let's commit to starting with just a 2-minute awareness talk in our classes to make a difference. ⏲️🎙️

Together, we can help save families from the pain and trauma that come with this disease.🙏🏽❤️

💬 Join the movement! Make a difference!
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03/12/2024

🌟 Hello, dear Educators! 🌟

As we progress into Module 3 which also talk about health, let’s take a moment to sensitize our learners about Anemia! 🩸✨

Here are 5 engaging activities we can implement before the term ends:

▶️Activity 1
🟰Understanding Sickle Cell Anemia (10 min)
- Kick-off with a brief explanation and visual aids to show the differences between normal and sickle-shaped red blood cells. 🩸
See flyers:
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https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uA1WjNE2EQpGOmvgPChtj_Ex-QzZgMqX

▶️Activity 2
🟰Short Movie Screening (10 min)
- Watch a short, informative video that tells the story of sickle cell anemia. 🎥 Afterward, let’s discuss key takeaways!
Watch a short cartoon on sickle cell here:

English ↪️
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1toq2CYPBjRDjwTu7aCrOoOpqsHnBxmRo/view?usp=drivesdk

French ↪️
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tsG9cirYCr1nmmm-xfk3pqj15hNKtKmP/view?usp=drivesdk

Spanish↪️
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1txXvDpnPSsyoQhVQW-sXJXpwFtcNo-ab/view?usp=drivesdk

German↪️
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tymne5qzSuFtG8uKHGl-mg845JETaSTk/view?usp=drivesdk

▶️Activity 3
🟰Interactive Quiz (5 min)
- Create a fun quiz with true/false and multiple-choice questions about sickle cell anemia. Use a platform like Kahoot for instant engagement! 📊
See quiz here:

↪️https://docs.google.com/document/d/180cwrQiUj1AGyo3h65KwRHxmWW9h3WXE3W2ctDtEtGI/edit?usp=drivesdk

▶️Activity 4
🟰Art and Awareness (10 min)
- Have students create posters illustrating what they learned about sickle cell anemia. Display them around the school to raise awareness! 🎨

▶️Activity 5
🟰Support and Empathy Discussion (5 min)
- Facilitate a discussion on how we can support friends or family with sickle cell anemia. Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas. ❤️

Let’s make a difference together! 💪✨

02/12/2024

🌟 Magazine Launch Follow-Up!

Join us as our roving ELTWC reporter, Jima Marie, interviews teachers on a thought-provoking question: "What if maternity leave was prohibited?"

📺 Watch the full video now and share your thoughts in the comments section on our YouTube page! Your feedback is invaluable!

https://youtu.be/GcB4vfp46kQ?si=ey_q1_UOh8I__1ba

Start the conversation! ??

02/12/2024

INSPIRE MAGAZINE NOW AVAILABLE❗️❗️

https://sites.google.com/view/eltwomen-cameroon/home

🔄Download a soft copy from our 🛜website link above.
📚Happy reading!

01/12/2024

01/12/2024

🌍✨ World AIDS Day 2024: Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!✨🌍

Dear Colleagues,

As we observe World AIDS Day today, let's remember the importance of raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and advocating for the rights of those affected. This year's theme, "Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!" emphasizes the need for access to healthcare and education for everyone.

How to Discuss HIV/AIDS with Our Learners

♦️ Begin by fostering an environment where students feel safe to ask questions and express their thoughts without judgment.

♦️ Tailor your discussions based on the age and maturity of your students. Ensure the information is clear and accessible.

♦️ Provide accurate information about HIV transmission, prevention, and treatment. Debunk common myths and misconceptions.

♦️ Encourage students to understand the challenges faced by those living with HIV/AIDS. Discuss the importance of compassion and support.

♦️ Discuss the human rights aspect of health care. Reinforce that everyone deserves access to health services without stigma.

♦️ Allow students to ask questions anonymously if they prefer. This can help them engage more openly with the topic.

AIDS is still HERE‼️

29/11/2024

Today marks the beginning of our journey against GBV. Let’s raise our voices and make a difference together! 💪

20/11/2024

🌍✨👥 Today is World Children's Day. On this day, let us each take a moment to reflect on our vital roles as teachers and parents. It’s a day that reminds us of the profound impact we can have on the lives of children by treating every child as we would want our own to be treated. Empathy should guide our actions, ensuring that all children feel valued and respected. We must advocate for their rights, recognize the challenges many face, and work towards creating a supportive environment where they can thrive. Kindness and understanding should prevail in all circumstances when dealing with children. We should foster a future where every child has the opportunity to flourish.
Show them more love today onwards! 💖👶

25/10/2024

🌍✨ Happy Global Media and Information Literacy Week! ✨🌍

As teachers, it is our duty in this digital era to empower our students to become savvy consumers and creators of media!
Find some tips we teachers can use to foster media literacy this week below.

1. *nIntegrate Media Literacy. Include it in all subjects! 📚

2. Encourage Critical Thinking.Ask questions about sources. 🤔

3. Explore Diverse Media. Use videos, podcasts, articles, and more! 🎥🎧

4. Foster Digital Citizenship.Teach responsible online behavior! 🌐
_You may also read:_

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https://lahidechou.wixsite.com/elt-techhouse-1/post/promoting-digital-patriotism-in-the-efl-classroom

5. Create Collaborative Projects. Let students analyze or create media! 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

6. Utilize Professional Development .Join workshops to enhance skills! 📅

7. Engage with the Community .Partner with local libraries and media groups! 🤝

8. Assess and Reflect.Check understanding and encourage self-reflection! 📝

9. Stay Informed. Keep up with media trends and adapt! 🔍

10. Celebrate Achievements .Showcase student projects! 🎉

Let’s make media literacy a priority this one week and beyond! 💪🌟

Additional links

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https://www.unesco.org/en/weeks/media-information-literacy

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https://medialiteracynow.org/challenge/what-is-media-literacy/

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https://lahidechou.wixsite.com/elt-techhouse-1/post/ethical-considerations-in-edtech-safeguarding-learners

_Share in you COPs!_🆓

15/10/2024

🌾🙍🏾‍♀️🙍🏼‍♀️ Today, October 15th, we are celebrating Rural Women's Day! Let's honor the resilience of rural women because they play a vital role in community empowerment. Their strength should inspire English language teachers to create inclusive classrooms that uplift women and girls, fostering confidence and communication skills essential for success.
If your grandmother, mother, sister, or aunt is a rural woman, celebrate them today because they are the unsung heroines who helped you break barriers and achieve your dreams through the power of education! 💪📚

11/10/2024

🌍✨ On this International Day of the Girl Child, let's remember the importance of empowering girls from a young age. Initiatives like Community Club inspire and equip them with the confidence and skills they need to navigate life's challenges right from the classroom. When we invest in their education and self-esteem, we’re not just helping individuals—we're building stronger communities.

The vision we offer our girls matters. They should know they can be anything they dream of—leaders, scientists, artists, and more. Female teachers play a crucial role in this journey, serving as mentors and guiding girls to believe in their abilities.
Girl clubs are essential ! These spaces allow girls to share experiences, learn, and grow together. By participating, they develop leadership skills and a strong support network that lasts a lifetime.
Do your female learners know there is an international day for them?

What activities do you carry out during such days?

Let’s commit to empowering our girls today to already empowered women tomorrow! 💪💖

10/10/2024

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Employers that prioritize mental health in the workplace, not only improve their employees’well-being but also take proactive steps to boost overall productivity, employee happiness and retention. It demonstrates a commitment in treating employees as entire people and understanding that mental health is an important component of overall health and performance.
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Focusing on mental health in the workplace involves proactive strategies and practices that employers adopt to foster a supportive atmosphere for their employees' mental well-being. This approach includes:

1) Cultivating a supportive environment that encourages dialogue among workers.
Creating an environment where employees feel comfortable discussing their mental health issues without the fear of stigma or negative consequences.
Promoting Help-Seeking Behaviours. Making it a commonplace to seek assistance for mental health challenges, whether through professional counseling or peer support.
2) Offering Resources and Support:
- Access to Mental Health Services, counseling options, or workshops focused on mental health topics.
- Trainings for Leadership:
managers with the skills to identify signs of mental health difficulties and offer appropriate assistance.

3) Establishing Policies and Practices:
-Flexible Work Arrangements: Allowing remote work, flexible hours, or designated mental health days to meet employees’ needs.
- Workload Management: Ensuring workloads are manageable and preventing employees from being consistently overwhelmed, which can lead to burnout.

4) Encouraging Work-Life Balance:
- Promoting Breaks. Emphasizing the importance of taking breaks and stepping away from work to recharge, reboot and wind down.
- Valuing Personal Time: Fostering a culture that honours employees' personal lives and discourages work-related communications after hours.

5) Enhancing Employee Engagement and Well-Being

05/10/2024

🌟 *Happy Teachers' Day!* 🌟

As we celebrate this special day, I want to take a moment to appreciate all the incredible teachers who have shaped our lives and continue to inspire us every day. Teaching is not just a profession; it's a calling that requires passion, dedication, and resilience.I also want to acknowledge my own milestone as a teacher. It's a journey filled with learning, growth, and countless rewarding moments. Education is a partnership that begins at home, and we all play a role in this beautiful process. Every interaction, every lesson, and every shared experience contributes to the knowledge we pass on.To all my fellow educators, let's make our voices heard! Education is the most powerful tool we have to build a safe and thriving society. Together, we can make a difference.

Wishing a wonderful Teachers' Day to all of you! Thank you for your unwavering commitment and for being the guiding lights in our lives. 🌟

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We are launching Sickl Cell Awareness in Secondary Schools this month.Join us in using education to save lives!!
More details soon.