CUJ’s Department of Educational Studies organized Thursday Mind Meet
Department of Educational Studies, Central University of Jammu organized a panel discussion on “Changes in the role of teachers and teacher trainers in the light of NEP-2020” under ‘Thursday Mind Meet’. The program was organized at Pandit Malviya Shiksha Bhawan by Vice Chancellor, Central University of Jammu, Prof. Sanjeev Jain and Head of Department (HOD) Prof. It was done under the patronage of Asit’s minister.
The key panelists and resource persons were Professor Madhu Singh, Principal, MC Khalsa College of Education, Jammu, Professor Vandana Sharma, Head of the Department of English and Convener of ‘Thursday Mind Meet’, CUJ, research scholars and students. Professor Ritu Bakshi, Dean of Students Welfare, CUJ, initiated the discussion on the main topic and emphasized on the all-round development of teachers and teacher trainers.
Pro. Vandana Sharma talked about the various visions set by NEP-2020 and highlighted the current system of education which is moving from a multidisciplinary approach to a trans-disciplinary approach, while Prof. Madhu Singh talked about building a team of teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to create competent teachers. He described each teacher as a ‘research scholar’ and posed different questions for discussion.
Pro. Asit K. The Minister explained how Sri Aurobindo philosophy can revolutionize the education system in India. He also emphasized how the enthusiasm and participation of students towards learning through such literary activity translates into the success of the department, the university and the nation at large.