India, February — Great teaching starts with great questions. As part of the Hachette Learning Professional Development Series in India, Hachette Learning, in collaboration with ABP Learning, is launching a series of in-person professional development workshops titled “Using Questions Effectively” for International School teachers across the country. The initiative aims to support educators in strengthening classroom practice through purposeful and effective questioning, a core pedagogical skill that enhances student engagement, critical thinking, and deeper learning.The sessions are scheduled to be held at Greenwood High International School and Chaman Bhartiya School in Bengaluru, Shiv Nadar School in Gurugram, Seth Anandram Jaipuria School in Ghaziabad, and Ryan Global School, C.P. Goenka International School, and Utpal Shanghvi Global School in Mumbai. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion.Designed as focused, interactive sessions, the workshops will bring together teachers from diverse international school contexts to explore the role of questioning as a driver of meaningful learning. Participants will reflect on why questions matter in the classroom, understand how different types of questions serve different instructional purposes, and develop practical, classroom-ready questions that can be immediately applied in their teaching practice.The sessions will emphasise reflection, discussion, and real-world classroom application, enabling educators to connect questioning strategies with learning objectives and student needs.This professional development series reflects Hachette Learning and ABP Learning’s continued commitment to supporting high-quality teaching and continuous professional growth, aligned with contemporary curricular expectations and learner-centred pedagogical practices.
Chennai, Tamil Nadu | November 25, 2025 — ABP Education marked a significant milestone at the prestigious Southern Rising Summit 2025, organised by ABP Network, with the grand launch of its newest English grammar series, Mission Grammar. The summit, hosted at the ITC Grand Chola, Chennai, brought together influential leaders from politics, education, culture, and entertainment for a day of powerful conversations on shaping India’s future. The official unveiling of Mission Grammar was carried out by Mr. Yash Mehta, CEO, ABP Education, in the presence of distinguished academic leaders and educators from across the country. Mission Grammar, developed in collaboration with Hachette Learning, is strengthened by EnglishHelper’s AI-driven RCA and Adaptive Learning platform and guided by the engaging superhero Captain Luma. The launch highlights ABP Education’s commitment to delivering high-quality academic resources and empowering educators with innovative English learning solutions across India.
Trivandrum, Kerala | December 2025 — A dynamic and thought-provoking ELT workshop on Competency-Based Question Making was recently hosted by Headword Publishing in collaboration with Hachette Learning at the Christ Nodal Office, Vazhuthacaud. The session was led by Ms. Ruchi Sengar, ELT Consultant, Author, and CBSE Subject Expert, and drew enthusiastic participation from educators across Kerala. The workshop focused on how competency-based questioning can transform English classrooms by shifting assessments from routine recall to critical thinking, creativity, and deeper comprehension. Participants explored the design of questions that evaluate not only knowledge but also the cognitive processes behind student responses. Research-Driven, Classroom-Ready Insights Ms. Sengar blended theory with practical strategies, offering teachers actionable tools aligned with the vision of NEP 2020. Through discussions, demonstrations, and reflective exercises, educators gained clarity on framing questions that truly measure learning outcomes and student competencies. The session highlighted the importance of learner-centred approaches and how well-designed questions can become powerful instruments for engagement and meaningful assessment. Headword Publishing expressed gratitude to all participating schools and educators for their active involvement, describing the event as a celebration of collaboration, professional growth, and the evolving landscape of English language teaching.
Hyderabad, Telangana | December 2025 — The City of Pearls witnessed an extraordinary gathering of educators as Headword Publishing hosted its high-impact 3E Initiative Event, bringing together 172 educators from 71 schools for a day dedicated to reimagining English teaching for the future. From the opening workshop to the final applause, the event showcased the energy, curiosity, and collaborative spirit of Hyderabad’s academic community. Neuroscience of English: Where Brain Meets Language The day began with an immersive session exploring how the brain processes, stores, and retrieves language. Educators engaged with research-backed strategies and classroom tools designed to make English learning more effective, memorable, and brain-friendly. Fireside Chat: Reimagining English Teaching Through Technology A thought-provoking panel discussion brought together visionary leaders to discuss the intersection of AI, digital fluency, classroom realities, and future-ready practices. The conversation highlighted a shared message: technology is not replacing teachers — it is empowering them. Grand Product Launch: A Milestone for ELT in India The event also featured the much-awaited launch of Headword’s flagship ELT programmes, created in partnership with Hachette Learning (UK). Titles including English Threads, Mission Grammar, and Evolve With English were unveiled to enthusiastic applause. Educators appreciated their learner-centric structures, interdisciplinary approach, and focus on supporting both teachers and students. An Unforgettable Day in Hyderabad What made the event truly special was the collective participation — the thoughtful questions, the laughter, the engagement, and the shared belief that education must continue to evolve. The 3E Initiative lived up to its vision: Engage. Enable. Evolve. Headword Publishing extended heartfelt gratitude to every educator, school leader, panelist, and partner whose contributions made the event a resounding success. As the day came to a close, one message resonated strongly: When educators unite with curiosity, innovation, and heart, transformation isn’t just possible — it is inevitable. Hyderabad didn’t just host this event — it inspired it. ✨
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh | December 2025 — An engaging ELT Workshop hosted by Headword Publishing brought together teachers from leading schools in Varanasi for an intensive session on strengthening classroom practices through competency-based question design. The workshop was conducted under Headword’s Engage – Enable – Evolve philosophy, which aims to empower educators with practical, high-impact teaching approaches. The session, led by Ms. Ruchi Sengar, focused on The Craft of Competency-Based Question Making and drew enthusiastic participation from educators committed to improving learning outcomes. Through interactive discussions and real classroom scenarios, the workshop highlighted how thoughtfully framed questions can significantly elevate student engagement and understanding. Key principles discussed included: Application over recall: Crafting questions that assess real-world application rather than memory-based responses. Behaviour-focused prompts: Using cues such as “Tell me about a time when…” to encourage authentic, experience-based answers. Clear competency targeting: Ensuring every question aligns with a specific learning outcome or skill. Real experiences over hypotheticals: Drawing insights from actual past actions to anchor learning. Higher-order thinking: Incorporating case studies, integrated tasks, and analytical prompts to promote deeper cognitive engagement. The second segment of the workshop offered participants a first look at Headword’s new ELT courses, powered by the RCA tool and Adaptive Learning Platform. Led by Ms. Kalpna Chauhan (Alumni – University College Dublin), the session demonstrated how digital tools can personalise instruction, support mastery, and transform language learning experiences. Educators praised the workshop for its relevance, clarity, and hands-on applicability, making it a memorable and enriching professional development event. Headword Publishing reaffirmed its commitment to supporting teachers nationwide and strengthening academic excellence through innovative resources and continuous capacity-building initiatives.