Delhi Public School, Sector 40, Chandigarh, organises Teachers’ Training Workshop

The Chandigarh Citizens Foundation (CCF), in collaboration with the school, organised a Teachers’ Training Workshop titled “Reel Philosophy: Unlocking Teaching Through Film Screening”. The event brought together educators from city schools to explore the use of cinema as a creative pedagogical tool fostering reflection, empathy, and innovative learning. The session was led by Dr Ambuj Sharma, Assistant Professor and Head, Department of Philosophy, Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 11, Chandigarh. Dr Sharma delivered a thought-provoking address on how films can serve as catalysts for philosophical inquiry and real-life understanding. Reema Dewan, Director (Academic & Administration), DPS, Chandigarh, and member, Focus Group on Education, CCF, in her welcome address emphasised the need for continuous learning and pedagogical innovation to make classrooms more engaging and reflective. The workshop’s highlight was the film screening and discussion segment, demonstrating how cinematic narratives can inspire critical thinking, compassion, and dialogue among learners. The session was graced by Kavita Chatterjee Das, convener, Focus Group on Education, CCF, and Professor Anil Monga from Panjab University. Prof Nandita Singh from the Department of Education, Panjab University, proposed the vote of thanks, acknowledging the collaborative effort behind the meaningful initiative aimed at integrating philosophy, reflection and creativity in classrooms.