D'Youville College, New York Announces its First-ever Partnership in India With JBCN Education and ChalkBoard

MUMBAI, January 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --

The institutions come together to announce Asia's first online course for practicing teachers 

Aim to upskill teachers across Asia 

D'Youville College (Buffalo, New York), which is highly reputed for its teacher education programmes, announces its first-ever India partnership with the country's leading educational hub, JBCN Education, in collaboration with ChalkBoard School Solutions. The two entities have come together to launch Asia's first-ever online course for practicing teachers titled, Professional Masters in Education. Through the partnership, D'Youville and JBCN aim to upskill practising teachers across Asia, setting a new benchmark in Teacher Training in the region. The one-year course will focus on advanced knowledge in Educational Foundations, Learning Theory, Multiculturalism, Inclusion and Critical Issues in the field of Education and will give teachers a certification to teach across the globe.

President of D'Youville College, Lorrie A. Clemo, Ph.D. said, "At D'Youville College in New York we strive to produce the best teachers in the world through offering programs recognized for producing great educators. We are proud to be associated with JBCN Education and ChalkBoard, with whom we share common goals regarding teacher professional development. This collaboration will enhance the quality of teaching professionals who will shape the minds of our next generation."

This program also offers teachers essential knowledge and skills to support emerging professionals in their fields while providing them a flexible and individualized academic experience. This program features three diverse learning experiences - online, hybrid and study abroad - thus providing the convenience of time and place coupled with the distinctive opportunity of learning from international educators. The course is taught asynchronously and is perfect for working teachers with a busy schedule. The hybrid curriculum is designed to meet the needs of working in an international context.

Commenting on the launch of this course, Mrs. Pinky Dalal, Founder, JBCN Education, said, "Nation of Learning Excellence (NLE) is an initiative to empower teachers with high quality, professional learning experiences, impacting the largest number of children who are the future. We are proud to collaborate with D'Youville College, New York with whom we've designed this unique course that will enable teachers to teach across the world and in the best Indian schools."

The program affords students the opportunity to engage with the highly distinguished faculty of D'Youville College, who as part of the hybrid course model, will be delivering in-person, face-to-face classes in Mumbai. The course will commence on May 14th 2018 and the admission applications will be available from February 15th onwards. 

About D'Youville College 

D'Youville is a private college located on the vibrant west side of Buffalo, preparing students for the 21st century. D'Youville excels in helping students reach their career goals while instilling character to become change agents for the greater good. Featuring an urban, growing campus community of over 3,000 students, D'Youville offers more than 50 majors in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral studies, including advanced certificates and accelerated learning programs. D'Youville's proud graduates have the academic rigor necessary for careers that make a difference and the skills to be leaders for the world of tomorrow.

About JBCN 

JBCN Education Pvt. Ltd. is a leading educational hub with an unmatched expertise spanning over 30 years, reaching out to over 4,000 students across its campuses. JBCN Education runs three high schools under the brand name of JBCN International School, 6 preschools called Children's Nook and is involved in various management and consulting projects. JBCN International Schools, with branches in Borivali, Oshiwara and Parel, provide learners an opportunity to excel through their uniquely designed, 360 degree MIND BODY SOUL learning programme, combining academic, physical and creative skills through an EduCreative process focusing on all-round development and a holistic approach. Schools under JBCN Education adopt a range of curricula of the IBO (PYP, DP), CAIE (CP, IGCSE) & ICSE implemented through a unique method of learning through understanding that makes school a foundation for lifelong learning.

About ChalkBoard School Solutions

ChalkBoard School Solutions, an educational services company aspires to promote international best practices to bring about empowerment and learning for life through its various offerings - teacher professional development, customized curriculum and instructional design and school consultancy for new school ventures across state, national and international boards across both the private and government sector. With experience of about 25 years in the education space, the ChalkBoard team embraces a rich and diverse repertoire of educational expertise. A contemporary preschool - Little Chalks - and a K-12 school - Maple International - are special ChalkBoard innovative initiatives that blend the best of our rich Indian educational heritage with global trends to create a joyful learning space for children.

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