Al Noor International School hosts a professional development workshop on “Neuroplasticity and Well-Being”

On Monday, October 13, 2025, Al Noor International School successfully hosted a professional development workshop for teachers entitled “Neuroplasticity and Well-Being” on the school campus.

The event was attended by more than 100 male and female teachers, including teachers from various schools such as St. Christopher’s School, Bayan Al Bahrain School, Al Hayat Private School, Quality Education School, Nour Al Diyar Private School, and a number of other schools in the Kingdom of Bahrain in addition to Al Noor International School itself.

The workshop was moderated by Ms. Louise Auckland, a popular teacher trainer, researcher and speaker affiliated with the University of Oxford. She has gained great respect around the world for her extensive experience in the field of professional and knowledge development and educational innovation.

Ms. Oakland provided valuable insights into the science of neuroplasticity, which explains the brain’s ongoing ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections.

During the session, participants explored how neuroplasticity can contribute to the development of effective teaching strategies that promote deep learning, adaptability, and long-term information retention in students. Ms. Oakland stressed the importance of creating educational environments that encourage students’ curiosity, thinking, and positive emotional engagement, all of which are key factors in shaping brain development.

The workshop also focused on practical methods based on scientific evidence to manage stress and psychological distress, build emotional resilience, and enhance positive thinking skills among teachers and students alike. The session also discussed various techniques such as mindfulness meditation in the classroom, developing a growth mindset, and the role of emotional intelligence in academic performance.

The interactive workshop encouraged open dialogue, reflection and sharing of best practices among participants. It was an enriching and knowledge-rich experience that provided participants with scientific and practical tools to support both cognitive and emotional growth in their schools.

The founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Noor International School, Mr. Ali Hassan, presented a memorial shield to the workshop coordinator in recognition of her valuable contribution, expressing his sincere gratitude, saying: “We are pleased and honored to host an expert with such valuable experience and knowledge, and we appreciate your time, efforts, and wisdom that you shared with us today.” This shield is a symbol of our gratitude and appreciation for your distinguished person and the valuable time that you have given us.”

Dr. Muhammad Mashoud also pointed out Al Noor International School’s commitment to nurturing not only academic aspects, but also character building, personal development and well-being among students. He said: “We believe that understanding neuroplasticity will make teachers’ lives in the classroom easier, because it is completely in line with our vision of creating a supportive, understanding and development-oriented learning environment for everyone alike.”

The school director, Mr. Abdul Rahman Al-Kooheji, expressed his appreciation for the fruitful interactive workshop, praising the constructive and open dialogue, exchange of ideas and reflection among the participants.

This workshop comes within Al Noor International School’s commitment to professional development and exchanging best practices with various schools in Bahrain, and an affirmation of the school’s endeavor to promote a culture of academic excellence, comprehensive care and integrated well-being, and to spread best practices among members of the educational community in the Kingdom of Bahrain.