Brac Institute of Educational Development (BIED)
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In 2004, BRAC Institute of Educational Development (BRAC IED) was established as a proponent for contributing to the development of education from a holistic perspective through professional development, capacity building, skills development, training and research. The Institute aims to tap into emerging areas of development by exploring areas including early years’ learning & early childhood development, psychosocial wellbeing of stakeholders from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, adolescent mental health, Primary and Secondary education and curriculum & textbook design. Committed to building human capital from birth to age 18 by pioneering solutions and providing leadership, the institute specializes across four areas of focus:
- Teaching and learning: Reimagining teaching and learning – in Bangladesh and the world
- Play-based learning: Developing the whole child through play and creative expression
- Mental health: Promoting psychosocial wellbeing for adolescents and families
- Humanitarian response: Acting rapidly to support the world’s most vulnerable children, adolescents and their families through play based learning & mental health support
The works span research, model development, direct service delivery, program evaluation, advocacy, and capacity building. BRAC IED offers postgraduate programs and short programs for educators and leaders who share its mission of supporting children to become engaged, empathetic, and empowered individuals through education. In addition to providing direct counselling services, there are mental health experts at the institute to offer professional development opportunities to train and upskill both specialized practitioners and community members.
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From villages to lecture halls: exploring the adaptation of rural Afghan students to university culture and its impact on their career trajectories
(Brac University, 2024-08)Rural students globally face significant challenges in transitioning to higher education, particularly in adapting culturally, academically and economically when moving to cities. In Afghanistan, this adaptation is hindered ... -
A study to explore mother‟s perception about 2-6 years children‟s behavior influenced by prolonged screen time in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2019-11)Innovation in technology has made gadgets and devices an integral part of our everyday lives. Every household from different economic background has some sort of gadgets that they use for either entertainment or for ... -
Teacher’s quality in public schools in Afghanistan: exploring the perceptions of public schools’ stakeholders
(Brac University, 2024-06)Teacher quality appeared to be the main concern not only in developing countries but also in most developed ones. This is because education as the basic human right should be provided for all equally; as the SDGs and ... -
Teacher’s understanding of educational technology (EdTech) in the teaching and learning process at GPS in Chattogram
(Brac University, 2024-06)This study explores the integration of educational technology (EdTech) in government primary schools (GPS) in Chattogram, focusing on teachers' perceptions, current practices, and the support and challenges they face. ... -
Father’s involvement in early childhood development in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2024-05)For children’s better future, we must think about all the possibilities from their early childhood. Along with the mother, the father and their involvement is also imperative. This research, hopefully, will demonstrate ... -
A qualitative study on mental health and caregiving practices of parents of children with special needs
(Brac University, 2024-05)To explore the mental health issues and caregiving practices of parents of children with special needs, a qualitative study was conducted. 8 in-depth interviews (IDIs) and one focus group discussion (FGD) with both parents ... -
Caregivers’ perception on children learning self-regulation in daycare
(Brac University, 2024-05)This study looks into carers' perceptions of 3-5-year-old children learning self-regulation in the daycare and their parents' involvement. This study also looks into the challenges that carers face in daycare settings while ... -
Supporting early primary grade children’s mental health in the classroom: a study of teacher’s perceptions
(Brac University, 2024-05)Healthy upbringing of children and early detection of mental health issues among them go a long way in raising responsible adults and improving overall mental health of the society. Besides parents, early primary grade ... -
Exploring the Influence of grandparents' role in Bangladeshi context to develop the well-being of children (0-6 years): a perception study on parents
(Brac University, 2024-05)A child's well-being is enhanced when grandparents significantly influence their upbringing. A growing number of dual-worker households, longer life expectancies, shifting family dynamics, and rising rates of family ... -
Exploring mother's perception regarding exclusive breastfeeding (EBF)
(Brac University, 2024-05)This qualitative study sought to understand or explore how mothers perceive exclusive breastfeeding (EBF). The study also aimed to explore the knowledge, attitude, and EBF practices of mothers and explore factors or issues ... -
Exploring parental perception on fathers’ involvement in child development for 0-3 years old children
(Brac University, 2024-05)Research suggests that, it is now established that fathers play an essential role in the upbringing of their children. And they are as sensitive and nurturing to their children as mothers can be. A father's nurturing ... -
Exploring the knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of teachers towards the use of educational technology on early childhood development in preschool of Dhaka, Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2024-05)The increasing use of educational technology (EdTech) in early childhood development (ECD) is driven by its potential to enhance learning outcomes and equip young children (e.g., 3-5 years old) with the skills necessary ... -
Perception of working mothers about having at the workplace
(Brac University, 2024-05)This qualitative study explores the perceptions of working mothers of having daycares at the workplace. The research aims to investigate the experiences and perspectives of working mothers. Through in-depth interviews, the ... -
Exploring the perceptions of parents on playful parenting and preschool children’s socio-emotional well-being
(Brac University, 2024-05)Playful parenting has many positive effects on the life of children, specially 3 to 5 years old children. Playful parenting can helpful for preschool children's socio-emotional well-being. A parent is commonly a children’s ... -
Teachers’ perceptions on the use of information and communication technology (ICT) in teaching young children (3-6 years) in classroom
(Brac University, 2024-05)This study investigates teacher educators’ perception of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching 3-6 years young children in Bangladesh, against the backdrop of the government’s National ICT policy of ... -
Parental perception and practices to support socio-emotional development of children aged 3-5 years
(Brac University, 2024-05)Socio-emotional development is a crucial part of children’s holistic growth and development. Considering Bangladeshi young children's inadequate social and emotional development, the study aims to explore the parental ... -
Exploring parents' perceptions of the play-based approach for early childhood education
(Brac University, 2024-05)The research being investigated examines how parents see the play-based approach to early childhood education. It aims to understand their opinions, experiences, and attitudes about this educational approach. A comprehensive ... -
Barriers to transition from primary to secondary schools in Chittagong hill tracts: is it all about ethnic background?
(Brac University, 2024-05)Bangladesh's Chittagong Hill Tracts, home to several ethnic minority groups, have a lower literacy rate than other regions. Several factors, including location, culture, way of living, language, and parental perception, ... -
Parents’ perception and practice towards extracurricular activities for children aged 6-8 years in Dhaka city
(Brac University, 2024-05)Extracurricular activities—anything children do beyond the scope of their formal education—are crucial to a child's social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Regarding extracurricular activities in Dhaka ... -
Parental perception and practices to support socio-emotional development of children aged 3-5 years
(Brac University, 2024-05)Socio-emotional development is a crucial part of children’s holistic growth and development. Considering Bangladeshi young children's inadequate social and emotional development, the study aims to explore the parental ...
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