Modern pedagogy
Student-centred, inquiry-based teaching approaches that go beyond the textbook.
Dhaka 2026 · One-day national conference
National School Science Teachers' Conference 2026
Bangladesh's secondary school science teachers, university faculty, scientists and policymakers come together for one day — keynote talks, hands-on labs, panel discussions, and a year-round teachers' network that keeps the learning going long after Dhaka.
"Transforming Science Education: Inspiring Curiosity, Critical Thinking and Innovation."
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Countdown to 17 July 2026
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Why it matters
Empower the teachers who decide whether students fall in love with science.
Four shifts we want every secondary science classroom in Bangladesh to make — and the support teachers need to make them.
Practical labs
Low-cost demonstrations and project-based experiments any school can run.
Science storytelling
Make complex ideas land — through narrative, analogy and everyday examples.
Emerging frontiers
Space, AI, biotechnology, climate, renewable energy — the next decade in your classroom.
Concept note
Transforming Science Education: Inspiring Curiosity, Critical Thinking, and Innovation
A knowledge-based, innovation-driven Bangladesh begins with secondary school classrooms — and the teachers who lead them.
Scientific literacy, critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving are essential for the next generation of scientists, engineers, researchers and informed citizens. Yet many students find science difficult, exam-oriented and disconnected from real life.
Secondary school science teachers shape students' attitudes toward science and their academic choices. Modern teaching methodologies, practical lab skills, inquiry-based learning and exposure to emerging science give teachers the tools to inspire that next generation.
General objective
Enhance the professional capacity of secondary school science teachers in delivering engaging, practical and inquiry-based science education.
Target participants
- Science teachers
- Head Masters
- Academic coordinators
- Science club moderators
- Curriculum developers
- Teacher trainers
- Education officers
- STEM advocates
Specific objectives
Seven shifts we want every classroom to make.
- Promote modern, student-centred science teaching.
- Strengthen inquiry-based and project-based learning.
- Introduce practical lab and demonstration activities.
- Improve science communication and classroom engagement.
- Connect classroom science with real-world applications.
- Foster collaboration between schools, universities and researchers.
- Encourage science clubs, fairs and STEM extracurriculars.
Core conference outcomes
Teachers will master two critical extracurricular frameworks.
Our sessions are specifically designed to address the declining interest in science by empowering teachers to build active, student-led platforms.
By attending the National School Science Teachers' Conference, educators will master two critical extracurricular frameworks.
Outcome A
Establishing and Managing School Science Clubs
Teachers will learn how to launch and sustain vibrant science clubs that serve as dedicated spaces for scientific discussion and hands-on experimentation.
- Student-Led Leadership: Strategies to encourage students to independently lead and manage club operations, fostering a deep sense of ownership and curiosity.
- Teacher Guidance Frameworks: Best practices for teachers to act as effective mentors and guides without micromanaging the students' creative processes.
- Year-Round Engagement: Actionable ideas to keep the club active throughout the academic year, including hosting reading circles, science camps and publishing wall magazines.
Outcome B
Organizing Successful School Science Fairs
Beyond the classroom, teachers will receive a step-by-step blueprint for organizing high-energy science fairs that showcase student innovation and revitalize the school's academic culture.
- Intra-School Competitions: Guidelines for setting up localized science fairs within the school to give every student a platform to present their practical ideas.
- Inter-School Networking: Strategies for expanding these events to include neighboring institutions, creating a broader community of young science enthusiasts.
- Integrating Quizzes and Events: Techniques for combining the science fair with dynamic activities like science quizzes and interactive demonstrations to maximize student participation.
Resource persons
Educators, scientists and storytellers — in one room.
Organisers, university leaders, government partners and guest science writers joining the programme.
Dr. Md. Sabur Khan
Chairman, BoT
Daffodil International University
Prof Dr M R Kabir
Vice Chancellor
Daffodil International University
Prof Masum Iqbal
Pro-Vice Chancellor
Daffodil International University
Dr Mohammad Nuruzzaman
Group CEO
Daffodil Group
Dr K M Hasan
Executive Director
Daffodil International Professional Training Institute
Munir Hasan
Chief Coordinator
Digital Transformation and Youth Programme, Prothom Alo
Arif Ahmed
Professor of Practice
Department of Multimedia & Creative Technology, DIU
Amena Hasan Ana
Deputy Director
Daffodil International University
Obayed Chowdhury
Assistant Director
Human Resource Development Institute
Amir Hamza
Assistant Director
Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI)
Abul Fatah Md. Baligur Rahman
Member (Development), BCSIR
Joint Secretary, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh
Dr. Farseem Mannan Mohammedy
Professor, Electrical & Electronic Engineering
BUET · Popular Science Writer
Abdul Gaffar Roni
Popular Science Writer, Assistant Editor
Bigganchinta
Abul Bashar
Popular Science Writer, Executive Editor
Bigganchinta, Prothom Alo
Ahsan Habib
Renowned cartoonist, Editor
Unmad
Uchsash Tousif
Popular Science Writer, Sub Editor
Biggan Chinta, Prothom Alo
Day-long agenda
Friday, 17 July 2026 — full conference day.
From teachers' check-in through keynotes, parallel breakouts and closing — at Daffodil International University, Savar.
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08:30 – 09:00
Teachers' check-in
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09:00 – 09:20 opening
Opening session
Formal opening of the conference
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09:20 – 09:30
Welcome address
Science Education as National Priority
Dr. K M Hasan — Executive Director, Daffodil International Professional Training Institute
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09:30 – 09:55 keynote
Keynote speaker
Reimagining Science Education for Bangladesh's Future
Munir Hasan — President, Society for the Popularization of Science, Bangladesh (SPSB); Professor of Practice, Department of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, DIU
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09:55 – 10:10 session
Rethinking where learning happens
Science Beyond the Classroom: Innovative Approaches to Science Learning
Sazzadur Rahman Chowdhury — Executive Director, Bangladesh Freedom Foundation (BFF)
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10:10 – 10:30
Morning tea break
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10:30 – 11:00 session
From lab to livelihood
Inspiring Innovation towards Entrepreneurship: Role of BCSIR
Abul Fatah Md. Baligur Rahman — Member (Development), BCSIR; Joint Secretary, Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh
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11:00 – 11:30 session
Speaking science
Advancing science education with effective English communication: Solutions for teachers and students
Anika Bushra — Account Manager, English and Examinations, Business Development, British Council Bangladesh
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11:30 – 11:55 session
Teaching by doing
Practical Science Teaching Beyond the Textbook
Dr. Farseem Mannan Mohammedy — Professor, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, BUET; Popular Science Writer
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11:55 – 12:20 parallel tracks
Parallel breakout tracks
Hands-On Science (HRDI)
Science Practical Session
Amir Hamza — Assistant Director, Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI)
AI in the Classroom (ICH)
Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) In Bangladesh's Education
Syed Eftasum Alam — Lecturer, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, DIU
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12:25 – 12:55 panel
Telling science: a storytellers' panel
Science Communication and Storytelling in the Classroom
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- Ahsan Habib — Renowned Cartoonist, Editor, Unmad
- Uchsash Tousif — Popular Science Writer & Editorial Team Member, Bigganchinta, Prothom Alo
- Abul Bashar — Popular Science Writer, Executive Editor, Bigganchinta, Prothom Alo
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13:00 – 14:40
Prayer & lunch break
Jummah prayer accommodated
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14:45 – 15:05 session
Women in science
Why is Science Education Important for Women?
Khaleda Yasmin Eti — Science Writer & Development Specialist; Director, Health and Gender, Red Orange Limited
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15:05 – 15:25 session
Mind & wellness for educators
Mental Wellness for Science Educators
Ms. Suchi — Laughter Therapist, Stress Management Speaker, Wellness Mentor
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15:30 – 16:00 session
Reimagining pedagogy
Transforming Teaching Methodology
Dr. Md. Sabur Khan — Chairman, BoT, Daffodil International University
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16:00 – 16:30 parallel tracks
Afternoon parallel breakouts
The Art of Science · ICH
Inspiring Science Education through Painting
Arif Ahmed — Professor of Practice, Dept. of Multimedia & Creative Technology, DIU
Science in Print · HRDI Conference Room
Popular Science Education
Abdul Gaffar Roni — Popular Science Writer, Assistant Editor, Bigganchinta
Why We Do Science · CSE classroom
Why Do We Pursue Science?
Asifuzzaman — Science Orator & Editor, Science Magazine “Mahabritto”
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16:30 – 16:40
Evening tea break
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16:40 – 16:55 closing
Closing ceremony
View speakers
- Mr. Stephen Forbes — Country Director, British Council Bangladesh
- Prof. Dr. Khan Moinuddin Al Mahmud Sohel — Director General, Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education (DSHE)
- Prof Dr M R Kabir — Vice Chancellor, DIU
- Prof Masum Iqbal — Pro-Vice Chancellor, DIU
- Dr Mohammad Nuruzzaman — Group CEO, Daffodil Group
- Dr. Mohamed Emran Hossain — Group COO, Daffodil Group
- Dr. Mohammed Nadir Bin Ali — Registrar, DIU
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16:55 – 17:00
Certificate distribution
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17:00 – 17:15
Transport departs
Public toolkit
Materials you can share with your school today.
The full lab manual and lesson-kit library opens to nominated and alumni teachers inside the BSSTN hub after the workshop.
Concept note — NSSTC 2026
Background, rationale, theme, objectives, full programme outline, expected outcomes, target participants and organising partners — the official one-day workshop brief (PDF, A4).
A printable agenda, school action plan template and lab demo cards will be published here closer to the workshop date.
Innovation booths
An exhibition floor of classroom-ready ideas.
What's on the floor
- Low-cost physics & chemistry demonstration kits
- Biology investigation activities for a school courtyard
- Robotics, AI and microcontroller starter packs
- Climate science and renewable-energy teaching aids
- Science club programmes — fairs, debates, projects
- Publishers, NGOs and government partners with teacher resources
What teachers take home
Skills, networks and support — all in one day.
Professional capacity & skills
- Modern pedagogy training
Strengthen interactive, inquiry-based science teaching practices. - Low-cost science experiments
Hands-on workshops using low-cost, locally-available materials. - Digital literacy & tools
Integrate e-books, mobile learning and classroom digital tools.
Networking & collaboration
- National science teachers network
Join a long-term national peer network with online collaboration. - Extracurricular frameworks
Launch and run school science clubs, fairs and quizzes. - Action planning
Group work to draft a concrete roadmap for your institution.
Tangible benefits & logistics
- Travel allowance
TA provided to each of the 150 participating teachers. - Conference kit & T-shirt
Official materials and event T-shirt for every participant. - Food & refreshments
Full catering and refreshments throughout the day. - Participation certificate
Official certificate on successful completion of the full programme.
Workshop registration
Reserve a seat for you — and your school's plan.
Registration is free and reviewed in batches. You'll get a confirmation email once your seat is approved.
Thank you, .
Your registration is submitted. We'll email you once your seat is confirmed and share the BSSTN hub invite after the workshop.
Participating Schools
Location
Conference venue
The National School Science Teachers' Conference 2026 will be held at Daffodil International University (DIU), located at Daffodil Smart City (DSC), Birulia, Savar, Dhaka–1216, Bangladesh.
Daffodil International University (DIU)
Daffodil Smart City (DSC), Birulia, Savar, Dhaka–1216, Bangladesh
Frequently asked
Answers before you register.
Who is eligible to attend?
Secondary school science teachers, head teachers, academic coordinators, science club moderators, curriculum developers, teacher trainers, education officers and STEM advocates. Priority is given to practising classroom teachers.
Is there a registration fee?
No — registration is free for selected participants. Seats are limited to 150 teachers and reviewed in batches.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Every teacher who completes the full-day programme receives an official participation certificate, jointly issued by the organising partners.
What is provided on the day?
An official conference kit, event T-shirt, all session materials, and full catering — breakfast, lunch and tea breaks — throughout the day.
How do I nominate a teacher from my school?
Head Masters and academic coordinators can submit a registration on behalf of a staff member through the registration form below, selecting the teacher's subject (Physics, Chemistry, or Biology) and adding the nominated teacher's details in the motivation field.
Is a travel allowance provided?
Yes. Each of the 150 participating teachers is allocated a travel allowance (TA) to cover their transportation costs.
When and where is the conference?
Friday, 17 July 2026, at Daffodil International University (DIU), Daffodil Smart City (DSC), Birulia, Savar, Dhaka–1216. Registration opens at 08:30 and the programme runs until 17:00.
Still have questions? Email [email protected].