Training Manual for Teachers

Many NGOs work for children and communities in war situations. In recent years growing attention has been paid to answering not only basic needs - shelter, food, water, medical care - but also to increasing the mental and psychological health of the child. The assumption is that the trauma children experience in such situations can significantly affect their psychological and physical growth. This manual was developed within the framework of the Kitgum District Psycho Social Support Program (PSSP) in Northern Uganda in response to the needs of people who had fled their homes after brutal attacks by Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) rebels. This Training Manual for Teachers is written to accompany the Handbook for Teachers. The goal of the teacher training is not to train "special teachers" but rather to enhance the effectiveness of those identified by the school, by showing a different perspective or approach to what they are already doing in order to benefit the children. This manual offers direction and information for facilitators who want to work with teachers using the material in the handbook, which can serve as a model for any teaching in post-conflict situations. Section A includes general background information for facilitators of teachers. In this section there is an exploration of such topics as the theoretical orientation and approach used in this manual, the basics of facilitation, suggested methods to use as facilitators, and suggestions for how to organise the workshop. Section B refers to specific pages and topics found in the Handbook for Teachers. It offers practical exercises for facilitators to present the various topics useful to teachers which are found in the Handbook. Section C is a reference section which offers additional information and resources to support the work of the facilitator.

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