No. 1-22/I&C/ASPIRE/PMIU/2023/29866
26-February-2025
Programme Monitoring & Implementation Unit, Punjab Education Sector Reform Programme (PMIU-PESRP)
Punjab Government Introduces Virtual Training for Teachers in 6 Lagging Districts:
The Punjab Government, through the Programme Monitoring & Implementation Unit (PMIU) under the Punjab Education Sector Reform Programme (PESRP), has launched a comprehensive virtual training programme for teachers, head teachers, and Assistant Education Officers (AEOs). This initiative is part of the World Bank-funded ASPIRE project, which aims to enhance the quality of education in Punjab’s six lagging districts: Bhakkar, Lodhran, Rajanpur, D.G. Khan, R.Y. Khan, and Muzaffargarh.
The training modules, developed by the Institute of Social and Policy Sciences (I-SAPS), will help primary, elementary, secondary, and higher secondary school teachers improve their teaching methodologies. All educators must complete their virtual training before April 25, 2025, using either the desktop portal or the Android mobile app.
This initiative is a crucial step towards modernizing teacher education and ensuring inclusive and responsive learning environments across Punjab. All teachers and AEOs are urged to complete their required training modules as soon as possible.
No. 1-22/I&C/ASPIRE/PMIU/2023/29866
Programme Monitoring & Implementation Unit,
Punjab Education Sector Reform Programme (PMIU-PESRP),
6-Link Wahdat Road, Lahore
Dated: Lahore the 26th February, 2025
To
The Chief Executive Officer,
District Education Authority, Bhakkar
The Chief Executive Officer,
District Education Authority, Lodhran
The Chief Executive Officer,
District Education Authority, Rajanpur
The Chief Executive Officer,
District Education Authority, D.G.Khan
The Chief Executive Officer,
District Education Authority, R.Y. Khan
The Chief Executive Officer,
District Education Authority, Muzaffargarh
SUBJECT: PROVISION OF TEACHERS TRAINING UNDER DISTANCE LEARNING COMPONENT
Kindly refer to the subject cited above.
The Programme Monitoring and Implementation Unit (PMIU), PESRP School Education Department, is executing a World Bank Funded Project “Establishment of Action to Strengthen Performance for Inclusive and Responsive Education” (ASPIRE) against a grant of $54.675 million, designated for 06 lagging districts of Punjab under different activities including Implementation of Training Programme for Teachers and Head Teachers/AEOs under distance learning programme.
2. Twelve (12) training modules were developed by the Institute of Social and Policy Sciences (I-SAPS) and Mobile Apps have been developed by the Data Centre for virtual training programme for all teachers, Head teachers and AEOS of six lagging districts. The following is the schedule and categories.
Timeline: It is mandatory to complete virtual training modules before April 25th, 2025 in the following manner,
- Module 1-10 for teachers i.e. All Primary/Elementary/Secondary and Higher Secondary School Teachers,
- Module 1-12 are for Head Teachers and AEOS
3. It is mandatory for all teachers and AEOS to attempt these training modules at the earliest.
4. The training programme has been launched by the Data Centre at the following links;
A) For Desktop Computers https://adl.pesrp.edu.pk/login
B) Android Application link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=sed.pmiu.aspirelms
5. As per the instructions from Programme Director PMIU-PESRP, all CEOs/DEAS should take responsibility to motivate the lower formations to attempt all virtual training sessions and complete the modules at the earliest. Please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Zahid Hussain M # 0303-8945637 and Mr. Faraz Ahmad M# 0316-7055562 for technical support.
Manager (I&C)
ASPIRE-PMIU
Why This Training Matters for Punjab’s Education System:
The mandatory virtual training programme for teachers under the ASPIRE project is a game-changer for the education sector in Punjab. By leveraging digital platforms, the government aims to equip teachers with modern teaching techniques, ultimately improving student learning outcomes.
Since the training is compulsory, failure to complete the assigned modules by April 25, 2025, could impact a teacher’s professional development and career growth. The online training is accessible through a desktop portal and an Android mobile app, ensuring convenience and flexibility for all educators.
This initiative aligns with Punjab’s vision for digital education reforms, making distance learning an integral part of teacher training. Teachers must take this opportunity seriously to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Why This Training Matters for Punjab’s Education System:
The mandatory virtual training programme for teachers under the ASPIRE project is a game-changer for the education sector in Punjab. By leveraging digital platforms, the government aims to equip teachers with modern teaching techniques, ultimately improving student learning outcomes.
Since the training is compulsory, failure to complete the assigned modules by April 25, 2025, could impact a teacher’s professional development and career growth. The online training is accessible through a desktop portal and an Android mobile app, ensuring convenience and flexibility for all educators.
This initiative aligns with Punjab’s vision for digital education reforms, making distance learning an integral part of teacher training. Teachers must take this opportunity seriously to enhance their skills and knowledge.
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