By: Dr. Jennifer Longchasen
The Earlymentary Club successfully organized a seminar, “Creating Classroom: Inclusive Management Practices for Today’s Learners,” on January 23 at MJF Hall. The project, which was led by club adviser Dr. Jennifer T. Longchasen and BEED Coordinator Mrs. Veronica B. Madagsen and supervised by Dean Dr. Lourdes M. Trajano, brought together all BEED and BCED students from first year up to fourth year.
The seminar aimed to prepare future educators to manage diverse classrooms effectively while promoting inclusion, equity, and learner-centered teaching practices.
Ms. Karen B. Ganga, a public school teacher at Kias Elementary School and a Special Education (SPED) teacher, served as the resource speaker. Drawing from her experience in special education, she discussed practical classroom management strategies that recognize learners’ diverse needs, abilities, cultures, and learning styles.
Ms. Ganga emphasized that inclusive classroom management goes beyond maintaining order. It involves creating safe, respectful, and engaging learning spaces where every child feels accepted, supported, and empowered to participate. Her discussion highlighted the importance of positive teacher-student relationships, differentiated responses to learner needs, and proactive approaches to behavioral challenges.
Participants gained deeper knowledge of how inclusive practices can reduce barriers to learning and promote equal opportunities inside the classroom. The seminar encouraged future teachers to view diversity not as a challenge but as an opportunity to build more responsive, compassionate, and effective learning environments.
The activity also reinforced the role of teacher education institutions in developing educators who uphold equity, respect diversity, and ensure that no learner is left behind. These efforts reflect SDG 4’s call to eliminate disparities in education and provide equal learning opportunities for vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities and children in vulnerable situations.
The seminar is aimed at supporting Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which focuses on quality education. This goal is all about making sure that everyone has access to quality education that is inclusive and equitable. It highlights the importance of creating safe and effective learning environments for every learner.
Moreover, the seminar also contributes to SDG 10, which is about reducing inequalities. By providing future educators with the tools and knowledge they need, we empower them to meet the diverse needs of learners from different backgrounds and abilities.
This initiative focuses on opening doors and breaking down barriers to ensure that everyone has a fair chance to participate in education. The Earlymentary Club is dedicated to nurturing future educators who are committed to creating classrooms where every student feels a sense of belonging, can engage fully, and has the opportunity to succeed.