On October 16, a seminar was held for the lecturers of Gyumri State Vocational School No. 4, organized by the Netherlands-based “Alvan Flower” Educational Foundation.

The seminar was led by the foundation’s coordinator, Servaas Beunk.

The aim of the training was to promote professional development among lecturers, introduce modern educational approaches, and facilitate experience exchange.

Key topics discussed during the seminar included:

• How to ask effective questions when guiding students through project-based work

• The role of the teacher as a coach who not only imparts knowledge but also encourages students’ independent development

• Strategies for fostering curiosity and active thinking through guided questioning

• The importance of well-formulated questions that help students find answers independently, without direct intervention from the coach

• After theoretical discussions, participants engaged in practical exercises applying coaching techniques in various scenarios

In the second part of the seminar:

• Intervision was introduced as an effective tool for learning from each other and from personal experience

• In small groups (4–6 participants), teachers discussed complex cases and dilemmas from their daily work

• Each participant shared their experience, while others provided clarifications and suggested solutions

• It was emphasized that intervision fosters mutual trust, teamwork, and a culture of professional support

The seminar was conducted through active Q&A sessions, group discussions, and hands-on exercises, ensuring full engagement of the participants.