“Now, I can make my students more active and excited to learn.
STEM CPD changed the way I teach, and the way my students learn.”
– HORN Sinara, Mathematics Teacher, Wat Knong Secondary School
A Passionate Start, But Feeling Stuck
Q: Could you tell us a bit about your teaching journey?
Sinara:
Of course! I’ve been teaching mathematics at Wat Knong Secondary School in Phnom Penh. I’ve always loved teaching, but I used to feel stuck — I wanted to make my classes more engaging, but I didn’t know how.
Searching for Better Ways to Teach
Q: What kind of challenges were you facing in the classroom?
Sinara:
My biggest challenge was making math interactive. I wanted my students to participate more actively, not just listen to lectures. I was especially curious about the Flipped Learning model, but honestly, I didn’t know how to apply it in real life.
A Turning Point: Discovering STEM CPD
Q: And that’s when you joined the STEM CPD Program, right?
Sinara:
Yes. That program was a turning point for me. When I became a STEM Ambassador, I received practical training that completely changed my approach to teaching. I learned how to plan flipped lessons, make short concept explanation videos, and create space for students to explore ideas before class.
Transforming Student Learning and Engagement
Q: What kind of impact did it have on your students?
Sinara:
A huge one! They became more confident and much more engaged. I noticed they were actually enjoying math. One of my flipped learning lessons even helped improve their understanding of difficult concepts — the results were clear.
A Teacher Empowered, A Classroom Transformed
Q: That’s wonderful. How do you feel now, looking back?
Sinara:
I feel empowered. Now, I can make my students more active and excited to learn. STEM CPD didn’t just change the way I teach — it changed the way my students learn.
Why Teacher Sinara’s Story Matters
Sinara’s journey reminds us that with the right tools and support, teachers can become true innovators. The STEM CPD Program empowered her not only to adopt new methodologies but to spark excitement in learning — and that impact extends far beyond the classroom.