Tomsk State Pedagogical University Hosts All-Russian Forum «Teachers of Russia»
The Tomsk State Pedagogical University has recently hosted the All-Russian Forum «Teachers of Russia», which brought together over 100 participants from various regions and educational institutions across the country. Among the attendees were educators from the Tomsk region and students from TSPU. The two-day event featured lectures, workshops, and interactive sessions dedicated to the topics of Preschool Education and General Education.
The Tomsk State Pedagogical University has recently hosted the All-Russian Forum «Teachers of Russia», which brought together over 100 participants from various regions and educational institutions across the country. Among the attendees were educators from the Tomsk region and students from TSPU. The two-day event featured lectures, workshops, and interactive sessions dedicated to the topics of Preschool Education and General Education.
The first day of the forum was dedicated to preschool education. It was opened by Irina Drozdetskaya, Director of the Institute of Childhood and Art Pedagogy at TSPU, who highlighted the university's commitment to creating an environment that fosters personal growth and professional development of future educators:
«At TSPU, we create conditions that influence students' self-determination and the development of their personal potential. This allows us to make teacher training more practical and aligned with modern educational requirements, while also giving students hands-on professional experience.».
Participants engaged with experts from the online school of the "Teachers of Russia" forum, award-winning teachers, and representatives from various educational organizations, including TSPU.
Galya Vakhitova, an associate professor at the Institute of Childhood and Art Pedagogy, led a session «Emotional Intelligence in Preschoolers and Common Sense in Adults». She emphasized the importance of managing emotions and developing emotional intelligence in both children and adults.
Anastasia Gumberg, the coordinator for educational work at the institute, explored animation as a tool for development, education, and upbringing in preschool settings. She stressed the importance of creativity among educators and introduced them to animation technologies.
Other topics covered during the day included helping children navigate difficult life situations, fostering creativity, working with children with disabilities, and addressing teacher burnout.
The second day began with a welcome address by Marina Sadieva, TSPU's Vice-Rector for Educational Activities, who emphasized the forum's role in helping participants identify new directions for professional growth. She invited attendees to discuss the topic of «Mentorship as a Resource for Developing the Professional Culture of Future Educators». Sadieva explained how mentors shape professional competencies, build support networks, and assist in professional adaptation.
Alla Lyba, Director of the Center for Career Guidance and Youth Work at TSPU, conducted a workshop «Mentors of Russians eaglets: Effective Forms of Support». She demonstrated various tools and encouraged participants to practice them through role-playing exercises.
Other speakers addressed topics such as providing psychological and pedagogical support, recognizing bullying, understanding the nuances of gender education for teenagers, and applying artificial intelligence in education.
The forum received acknowledgment from attendees, who appreciated the practical value and innovative nature of the information presented. Participants noted that the event provided them with new tools and insights to enhance their teaching practices and better support their students.