World Teachers' Day

World Teachers' Day History

World Teachers' Day, also known as International Teachers Day, celebrates the teaching profession and the invaluable role of educators in shaping the minds and futures of young people. On this day, we express appreciation and gratitude to the hardworking, dedicated, and inspiring teachers who tirelessly contribute to the betterment of society through their efforts in imparting knowledge, values, and skills. This observance also aims to address the issues faced by teachers and strives to ensure that they receive the recognition and resources they deserve.

The origin of World Teachers' Day lies in the recommendation adopted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on October 5, 1966, which set standards for the professional training and development of teachers worldwide. In India, the teaching profession holds a place of great honor, and teachers are known for their dedication, commitment, and passion for their work. The significance of World Teachers' Day in the Indian context lies in emphasizing the need for better support, training, and recognition of teachers in India's large and diverse educational landscape.

In India, World Teachers' Day is observed with great enthusiasm and reverence. Schools and educational institutions across the country organize various events and activities to honor and appreciate the contributions of their teachers. Teachers are presented with awards, tokens of gratitude, and messages of appreciation from students and parents alike, shining a light on their lifelong impact. While World Teachers' Day is celebrated worldwide on October 5, India also commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a renowned scholar and educator, on September 5 as Teacher's Day, reflecting the Indian perspective on the importance of the teaching profession.

World Teachers' Day facts

• The theme for World Teacher's Day in 2022 was Leading in crisis, reimagining the future. In 2024 the theme was Valuing teacher voices. In 2023 the theme was The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want.
• According to UNESCO Institute for Statistics (UIS), there are approximately 69.4 million teachers around the world.
• According to a survey by the National Council of Teacher Education (NCTE), there are over 79 lakh teachers in India. Over 92% of these teachers are qualified with at least a Bachelor’s degree.
• Given the linguistic diversity of India, teachers often have to teach in multiple languages to cater to the students' varied linguistic backgrounds.

In the News and Trending in India for World Teachers' Day

Top things to do in India for World Teachers' Day

• Donate supplies to your children's teachers. Teachers usually have a supply list and the more resources they have, the better their learning environment!
• World Teachers' Day is also an opportunity to honor retired teachers who have dedicated their lives to education. Schools may invite retired teachers for special events or organize gatherings to acknowledge their contribution to the teaching profession.
• Share stories of accomplished teachers from India, such as Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, or Jiddu Krishnamurti, who have made an impact on the educational landscape.