News– Indian teacher Rouble Nagi won Global Teacher Prize 2026 at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, UAE, for setting up hundreds of learning centres.
About Global Teacher Prize
- It is an annual international honour conferred on an outstanding teacher who has made a meaningful difference in the lives of students and the wider community.
- It was instituted in 2014.
- The objective of the award is to emphasise the vital role of teachers and to acknowledge their exceptional service to society.
Eligibility and Selection
- The prize is open to teachers across the world, including those working in public, private, and alternative educational institutions.
- Applicants are assessed on parameters such as innovative pedagogy, classroom accomplishments, community engagement, and contribution to improving educational standards.
- The evaluation also takes into account the impact on students’ learning outcomes and the teacher’s ability to work effectively in difficult circumstances.
- Teachers may either self-apply or be nominated by others.
Award and Organisation
- The recipient is awarded $1 million, making it one of the most prestigious recognitions in the education sector.
- The prize is presented by GEMS Education and organised by the Varkey Foundation in collaboration with UNESCO.
