Rositsa Mineva - Bulgarian Youth Leaders Program

The video features an English and technology teacher from Bulgaria participating in the Educational Leaders Training Program (LTP) in NYC. The LTP is part of the Bulgarian Young Leaders Program, sponsored by the America for Bulgaria Foundation, aiming to train Bulgarian students and professionals in leadership and entrepreneurship. The program includes academic and practical training components, focusing on innovative pedagogical methods and fostering collaboration between Bulgarian and US educators. Participants are required to present their learnings upon returning to Bulgaria.

What is the main goal of the Bulgarian Young Leaders Program?

• To promote Bulgarian culture in the USA

• To train individuals to become catalysts for civil society development

• To organize cultural exchange programs between Bulgaria and the USA

• To provide scholarships for Bulgarian students to study abroad

What are the two main components of the Educational Leaders Training Program?

• Leadership workshops and technology seminars

• Academic training and networking practical training

• Academic training and cultural exchange

• Networking and language training

Which of the following is a focus of the academic training component?

• Building new school facilities

• Implementing innovative pedagogical methods

• Organizing student exchange trips

• Developing new sports programs

What is the purpose of using technology in the classroom according to the academic training component?

• To replace traditional teaching methods

• To increase student enrollment

• To transform the classroom experience

• To reduce the need for teachers

What is a key activity in the networking practical training component?

• Attending international conferences

• Conducting research projects

• Participating in online courses

• Shadowing master teachers in NYC

What is expected of participants upon returning to Bulgaria after the program?

• To write a report for the government

• To organize and facilitate presentations

• To start a new educational institution

• To publish a book about their experiences

How many Bulgarian educators participate in the Educational Leaders Training Program each year?

• 25

• 20

• 15

• 10