World Teachers Day 2022 know why it is celebrated on October 5 learn about history, theme and significance
October 5 was recognised as World Teachers Day by UNESCO in 1994, with the aim of honouring the adoption of UNESCO/ILO Recommendation.
World Teachers’ Day is observed every year on October 5 since 1994. This day is celebrated to honour and appreciate teachers for their contribution towards students.
On this day, programmes are organised in schools and colleges in respect of teachers. This is the 28th celebration of World Teachers’ Day.
In India, National Teachers Day is celebrated on September 5, to mark the birth anniversary of the country’s second President Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
World Teachers’ Day 2022: History
October 5 was recognised as World Teachers’ Day by UNESCO in 1994, with the aim of honouring the adoption of UNESCO/ILO Recommendation. This was a part of the intergovernmental conference convened by UNESCO in Paris that recognised the status of teachers in cooperation with the International Labour Organization (ILO).
After the adoption of this recommendation, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declared October 5 to be World Teachers’ Day.
World Teachers’ Day 2022: Theme
The theme for World Teachers’ Day 2022 is “The Transformation of Education Begins with Teachers.”
World Teachers’ Day 2022: Significance
World Teachers’ Day identifies and celebrates the contributions and efforts of teachers in students. UNESCO has twitted about issues involving the teaching profession.
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