Caring Classrooms: Relate to Educate

Dr. Gauri Hardikar, Vice President, Indian Association of Life Skills

Today’s classrooms require more than effective teaching. They require meaningful relationships that help every learner feel safe, valued and ready to engage.

Caring Classrooms: Relate to Educate is a one-day professional development workshop designed to help educators understand the emotional needs behind student behaviour and create emotionally responsive classrooms where students feel seen, heard and motivated to learn.

Led by Dr. Gauri Hardikar, this interactive workshop combines educational insights with practical, classroom-ready strategies that educators can implement immediately to strengthen teacher-student relationships, enhance student engagement and foster positive learning environments.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Recognise the hidden emotional needs behind student behaviour.
  • Build stronger teacher-student relationships that foster trust, empathy and belonging.
  • Transform everyday classroom interactions into meaningful learning opportunities.
  • Apply practical strategies that help students feel seen, heard, valued and motivated to learn.
  • Create emotionally responsive classrooms that support both student wellbeing and academic success.
  • Receive a Certificate of Participation from Aditya Birla Education Academy upon successful completion of the workshop.
  • Workshop Learning Journey

    This six-hour workshop blends expert facilitation, collaborative learning and practical classroom application to help educators create caring, emotionally responsive learning environments.

    • Understanding Student Behaviour
      Explore how emotions influence behaviour and learn to recognise the hidden needs behind students’ actions.
    • Building Positive Teacher-Student Relationships
      Develop practical approaches to strengthen trust, communication and meaningful classroom connections.
    • Creating Emotionally Responsive Classrooms
      Learn strategies that foster belonging, emotional safety and a positive classroom culture.
    • Practical Classroom Strategies
      Discover classroom-ready techniques that encourage participation, motivation and meaningful engagement.
    • Reflection and Action Planning
      Conclude the workshop with guided reflection and develop an action plan to confidently implement your learning in the classroom.

    Workshop Highlights

    • Interactive learning activities
    • Real classroom scenarios
    • Guided reflection exercises
    • Collaborative peer discussions
    • Practical classroom strategies
    • Action planning for immediate implementation
    • Certificate of Participation from Aditya Birla Education Academy
  • Register in Three Simple Steps

    • Step 1: Complete the Registration Form
      Fill in the online registration form with your details.
    • Step 2: Make the Payment
      Pay the programme fee of ₹1,500 (Inclusive of 18% GST) through the available payment options.
    • Step 3: Receive Confirmation
      Once your registration is successful, you will receive a confirmation email with the workshop details and joining instructions.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    • Who should attend this workshop? This workshop is designed for school teachers, pre-primary educators, primary and secondary teachers, coordinators, counsellors, academic heads, school leaders and principals who wish to create more engaging, inclusive and emotionally responsive classrooms.
    • Why should I attend this workshop? This workshop equips educators with practical, classroom-ready strategies to better understand student behaviour, build stronger teacher-student relationships and create positive learning environments. Participants will leave with actionable insights that can be implemented immediately in their classrooms.
    • Is prior teaching experience required? No. The workshop is suitable for educators at all stages of their professional journey, from early-career teachers to experienced education professionals.
    • What is the duration of the workshop? The workshop is a 6-hour professional development programme conducted from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
    • What is the participation fee? The programme fee is ₹1,500 (Inclusive of 18% GST) per participant.
    • Will I receive a certificate? Yes. Participants who successfully attend the workshop will receive a Certificate of Participation from Aditya Birla Education Academy.
    • How do I register? Complete the online registration form and make the programme fee payment. Once your registration is successful, you will receive a confirmation email with the workshop details.
    • What payment methods are accepted? Payment details and the available payment options will be shared during the registration process.
    • Can multiple educators from the same school register? Yes. Schools are encouraged to nominate multiple educators to participate together, enabling collaborative learning and implementation within their institution.
    • Is the workshop interactive? Yes. The workshop includes interactive activities, guided reflections, real classroom scenarios, practical exercises and collaborative discussions to ensure an engaging learning experience.
    • Will workshop materials be provided? Relevant workshop resources and reference materials, where applicable, will be shared during the workshop.
    • What happens if I am unable to attend after registering? The registration fee is non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, please contact the Aditya Birla Education Academy team to discuss the available options, if any.
    • Where will the workshop be conducted? Aditya Birla World Academy
      Vastu Shilp, J.D. Road Annexe,
      Gamadia Colony, Tardeo,
      Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007
    • Who can I contact for more information? Aditya Birla Education Academy
      Phone: +91 99799 90400
      Email: gaurav.gala@abet.co.in
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