Building critical thinking skills among education emerging leaders is an important aspect of improving education systems in Cambodia. This project aims to enhance the ability of education leaders to analyze complex problems, make informed decisions, and implement effective solutions.
This project builds on the previous “Know and Growth project” implemented from July 2015 to August 2021 to apply a stronger focus on critical thinking skills.
One of the key challenges facing 21st-century teaching is the rapidly changing technological landscape. There is a growing emphasis on developing 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration. These skills are essential for success in the modern workforce, but they can be difficult to teach and assess. Additionally, there is a need for education leaders to be able to navigate the complex policy environment and make informed decisions about resource allocation and program implementation.
To address these challenges, the project will provide education leaders with training and support in critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making. This action learning leadership program includes workshops, seminars, and other training opportunities that focus on developing critical thinking skills and applying them to real-world challenges.
The project will also involve collaboration with stakeholders in the education system, including education officials, school principals, teachers, students, parents, and community leaders. By bringing together these diverse perspectives, education leaders can gain a better understanding of the challenges facing the education system and develop more effective solutions.
Through these efforts, the project aims to improve the quality of education in Cambodia by building the capacity of education leaders to make informed decisions and implement effective solutions. By strengthening the critical thinking skills of education leaders, the project can help ensure that schools have the resources and support they need to provide high-quality education to students.
Objectives
- Build a cohort of education leaders at the national and subnational levels that have enhanced skills and are able to act as 21st century leaders with a strong focus on critical thinking as a core, foundation skill.
- As a result of more developed 21st century skills, education leaders are better able to support schools to implement effective ASRH and STEM programs.
Key activities:
- Establishment of the Ministry’s Project Advisory Group (PAG).
- Development of the Action Learning Leadership Program includes (consultations with the Ministry at national level, ideation workshop and selection of program participants).
- Implementation of the Action Learning Leadership Program which includes the develop of individual leadership, team problem-solving skills applying interactive, and hands-on approaches.
- Implementation of school level sex education and science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) education projects including follow up and coaching.
- International Exchange Program.