CONDOLENCES

Dear All, 

  With profound grief I am to inform You that Dr.Surendranath Dubey, one of the closest associates of Dr.G.Chaurasia and Founder Secretary General of the CTE(now CTEF) and Former Secretary of the National Teachers’ Foundation, New Delhi died at the age of 90 due to cardiac arrest. 

   Dr.Dubey was a dedicated teacher and thorough Gentleman who served CTE in early years of its establishment. He also served as Chief Editor of ‘School Shiksha’ one of the widely circulated journal dedicated to school education. 

  May his soul rest in eternal peace !🙏Deep Condolences on behalf of the CTEF Fraternity🙏

NVKSD CTEF BOOK NOOK

SREE SANKARA CTEF SEMINAR

 NATIONAL SEMINAR 2026

A National Seminar on the theme “Transforming Education in India: Innovation, Inclusivity, Institutional Excellence and Internationalisation in the Light of NEP 2020” was successfully conducted on 24th March 2026 at Adi Sankara Training College, Kalady. 

The seminar was organized by the IQAC of the college in collaboration with the Council for Teacher Education Foundation (CTEF), Kerala Chapter.

The programme commenced at 10:00 AM in the college auditorium with a formal inaugural session. The seminar was presided over by the Principal, Dr. N. K. Arjunan, who emphasized the importance of aligning teacher education with the transformative vision of NEP 2020. The inaugural address was delivered by Dr. M. S. Geetha, Former Dean and Faculty of Education, University of Kerala, who highlighted the need for innovation and inclusivity in the Indian education system.

The seminar featured distinguished resource persons who shared their valuable insights. Prof. (Dr.) Malini P. M., Retired Principal of N.S.S. Training College, Pandalam, spoke on “NEP 2020: Catalysing India’s Educational Revolution”, focusing on the paradigm shift in teaching-learning processes. Prof. (Dr.) V. Reghu, Former Dean and Controller of Examinations, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, delivered a session on “NEP 2020 and Trends in Higher Education”, elaborating on contemporary challenges and opportunities. Dr. Bindhu M. P., Associate Professor, Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth, presented on “Emerging Innovations and Best Pedagogical Practices in Teacher Education”, stressing digital integration and learner-centered approaches.

The seminar aimed to critically analyse the transformative vision of NEP 2020, explore innovative teaching-learning practices, promote inclusive and equitable education, and examine avenues for internationalisation in higher education. Various sub-themes such as digital transformation, multidisciplinary education, competency-based learning, research and innovation, and student well-being were discussed in detail.

The event witnessed active participation from academicians, research scholars, and students. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions and gained deeper insights into current trends and reforms in education. Paper presentations added academic value to the seminar, encouraging research culture and collaboration.

The seminar concluded with a valedictory session and a formal vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the resource persons, organizers, participants, and all those who contributed to the success of the programme.

Overall, the seminar was highly informative and successful in achieving its objectives, providing a platform for academic exchange and professional development in the field of teacher education.

Inauguration of the Oneday Seminar on 'Transforming Education in India :Innovation,Inclusivity,           Institutional excellence, Internationalisation in the light of NEP 2020' by Dr M S Geetha,Chairman,  CTEF Kerala .This Seminar is organised by Adi Sankara Training College,Kalady and CTEF Kerala.The Principal Dr N K Arjun,Prof V Reghu,Prof Malini P M, Mrs Praseeda are seen.

MBCE CTEF WEBINAR

**

WEBINAR NO: 46

THE HUMAN EDGE: LIFE SKILLS TO FUTURE-PROOF YOUR TEACHING

 *RESOURCE PERSON :

PROF. DR. RAJESWARI K.

PROFESSOR AND HEAD CENTRE FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT N. V. K. S. D.

 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (AUTONOMOUS) ATTOOR, TAMILNADU

DATE:23/03/2026

 TIME: 8.30 PM

👉Registration link: https://forms.gle/eirM7LsDG7tRmBsh7

👉No Registration fee

👉E- certificate will be issued to all active participants .

 *After Registration* ,

Join via Whatsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/BPU8G5sEt1z1fws6pWZdF3?mode=ems_qr_c

Watch live on our you tube channel

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Regards,

 **General Convener*:

Dr. Sunith Kumar G N

Principal

 

*Programme Convener :

Ms.Thushara P.Poulose Assistant Professor in Social Science

 **Student Convener:* 

Sree lakshmi M R 

2nd year social science

 (2024-26 Batch)

Organisers:  

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC),

Mar Baselios College of Education, Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad.(Affiliated to University of Calicut, Recognized by NCTE and Accredited by NAAC)

in Collaboration with

Association Of International Researchers Of Indian Origin(AIRIO)

and Council of Teacher Education Foundation(CTEF)

Chapter 2025 *👏Best Newsletter 2025

*Hats Off to CTEF Kerala! 🎉*. *👏Best Chapter 2025 *👏Best Newsletter 2025

We're thrilled to share the news that CTEF Kerala has received the Best Chapter Trophy and Best Newsletter Certificate from National CTEF! Great appreciations to all members who have supported whole heartedly to this great achievement.

Special congrats to Dr. Anila Chacko for her tireless efforts in shaping the newsletter!( Best Chapter Award, the National CTEF has announced three months ago.The news of 'The best News letter' they shared recently. *Chairman* & *Gen* *Secretary*

AADISANKARA CTEF SEMINAR

 

development of social skills

EXECUTIVE MEETING

MBCE CTEF WEBINAR

**Webinar No: 45* 

 *Great teachers,Strong nation: Professional Excellence under NEP 2020* 

 *Resource Person*

 *Dr.M.S.Geetha* 

Former Dean, Faculty of Education, University of Kerala &

Former Principal,GCTE, Thiruvananthapuram 

Date: *17 March, 2025* 

Time: *8.30 PM* 

 *Registration Link:* 

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👉No Registration fee

👉E- certificate will be issued to all active participants .

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Regards,

 *General Convener* 

Dr. Sunith Kumar G N

Principal

 *Programme Convener* 

Mrs.Seema S.R.

Assistant professor in General Education 

 *Student Convener:* 

Mr. Aljo Jose 

B. Ed Mathematics 

(2024-26 Batch)

Organisers:  

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC),

Mar Baselios College of Education, Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad.(Affiliated to University of Calicut, Recognized by NCTE and Accredited by NAAC)

in Collaboration with

Association Of International Researchers Of Indian Origin(AIRIO)

and Council of Teacher Education Foundation(CTEF)

AADI SANKARA CTEF SEMINAR

INSTITUTIONAL LIFE MEMBERS : CTEF Kerala

INSTITUTIONAL LIFE MEMBERS : CTEF Kerala

1. Crescent TTI, Peringammala, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram.

2. Govt. College of Teacher Education, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram.

3. Mount Tabor Training College, Pathanapuram.

4. Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram.

5. Mount Carmel College of Teacher Education, Kottayam.

6. NVKSD Teacher’s College, Attoor.P.O, Nagercoil.

7. National Training College for Women, Pazhakutti, Nedumangad.

8. St. Joseph’s Training College, Ernakulam.

9. Govt. College of Teacher Education, Kozhikode.

10. Patriarch Ignatius Zakka I Training College, Malecruz,

11. Fathima Memorial Training College, Pallimikku, Kollam.

12. Peet Memorial Training College, Mavelikkara.

13. NSS Training College, Pandalam.

14. JPE B.Ed College, Koorkancherry, Thrissur-7

15. SNG B.Ed College, Thuravoor, Cherthala, Alappuzha Dist.

16. Greenvalley National School, Shirur, 571228.

17. SNGV Training College, Aranmula, Pathanamthitta.

18. H.H. Marthoma Mathews II Training College, Adoor.

19. Emmanuel College of Education, Vazhichal, Thiruvananthapram

20. St. Thomas Training College, Mukkolakkal, Thiruvananthapram-44

21. Sahodaran Ayyappan Memorial Training College, Poothotta, Ernakulam Dt.

22. KTCT College of Teacher Education, Thottakkadu.P.O, Kaduvayil,

Thiruvananthapuram 695605.

23. S.N. Training College, Nedunganda, Thiruvananthapuram Dist.

24. Jameelabeevi Memorial College of Teacher Education, Kayamkulam.

25. NSS Training College, Ottappalam, Palakkad.

26. H.M. Training College, Moovattupuzha, Ernakulam Dt.

27. BNV College of Teacher Education, Thiruvallam, Thiruvananthapuram.

28. R.V. College of Teacher Education, Valakam, Kottarakkara, Kollam.

29. College of Teacher Education, Umayanalloor, Kollam.

30. Institute of Advance Studies in Education(IASE), Thrissur.

31. SNDP Yogam Training College, Adimali

32. Govt. Brennen College of Teacher Education, Thalasseri

33. Farook Training College, Farook, Kozhikode

34. Kerala University College of Teacher Education KUCTE, Kollam

35. Kerala University College of Teacher Education KUCTE, Kumarapuram

36. CSI College of Teacher Education, Parassala, Thiruvananthapuram(Dt).

37. Devaki Amma Teacher Education College, Chelambra, Malappuram

38. SNM Training College, Moothakunnam, Ernakulam (Dt)

39. Sree Vivekananda College of Teacher Education, Paliemad, Enakkara, Malappuram.

40. Mahe Co-operative College of Education, Mahe, Puducherry

41. Navajyothi College of Teacher Education for Women, Olaeikkara,Thrissur(Dt).

42. Salabhi B.Ed College, Meppayyur, Kozhokode( Dt)

43. Sree Narayana Guru Kripa B Ed College, Pothencode, Thiruvananthapuram

44. Pattom Thanu Pillai College of Teacher Education, Maruthoorkonam,Tvpm

45. Crescent BEd College, Madayipara, Payangadi, Kannur (Dt)

46. St Joseph’s Training College , Pavaratty, Ernakulam

47. CICS College of Teacher Education, MG Nagar, Mathara,Kozhikode 14, Pin-673014

48. Sabarigiri College of Education, Anchal P.O, Kollam (Mob: 9447362751 –

Principal; 9526265483 – Office)

49. Mother Teresa College of Teacher Education, Perambra 

50. KET College of Teacher Education,Parambinmukal, Kokallur P O, Balussery, Kozhikode

51. Sobha College of Teacher Education, S L Puram, Mararikulam, Alappuzha, Kerala

52. Sree Narayana Training College,Sreekandeswaram,Poochakkal PO, Cherthala, Alappuzha

53. Malabar Training College, Thiruvonnapuram, Peravoor, Kannur Ph.04902447170

8281474421

54.Christ Nagar College of Education,Chavarapuram, Thiruvallam, Thiruvananthapuram

Ph. 9447680216

55.Titus II Teachers College, Thiruvalla, Pthanamthitta Dt. Ph. 4692601383

56. Kerala University College of Teacher Education(KUCTE), Nedumanagad, Tvpm

Ph. 0472-2814270,9495482572

57. Salaffiya Ttraining College Karinganad, Palakkad, Pin 679309 Ph. 9895888607

58. Mar Baselios College of Education,Pattarupodi, Sultan Bathery, Wayanadu Ph.

8547551387 , /04936-222387

59.KVM College of Special Education, KVM Trust, Maruthorvattom, Chertalla, Alappuzha-

688539 Ph. 9746411042

60.KPM BEd College, Cheriyavelinelloor, Kollam-691516 Ph. 8086548470

61.M I Training College , Puthupponnani, Ponnani, Malappuram Dt.679586 Ph. 8078119884

62.Adi Sankara Training College, Kalady, Ernakulam 683574 Ph. 0484 2467555, 9947855267

BUDDA COLLEGE CTEF

CREF DISTRICT CO ORDINATOR MEETING

MECF CTEF TALK

BUDDHA CTEF SEMINAR

BCE CTEF WEBINAR

KUCTE NEDUMANGAD CTEF SEMINAR

WEBINARBCE CTEF

Minutes of the Combined Meeting

 

Minutes of the Combined Meeting

CTEF Executive Committee and District Coordinator Committee

Date: 12 February 2026

Time: 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm

Venue: Online, Google Meet

Agenda

• Formation of Executive Committee and District Coordinators for 2026–2029
• Presentation of expenditure statement of the 24th CTEF Annual Convention

Proceedings

The meeting began with a silent prayer. The General Secretary welcomed the members. The Chairman outlined the purpose of reconstituting the committees for the period 2026–2029 and stressed active participation, regular attendance, and coordination, as CTEF approaches its Silver Jubilee in 2027.

The list of newly constituted Executive Committee members and District Coordinators was read out. All newly inducted members introduced themselves.

The Income and Expenditure Statement of the 24th Annual Convention was presented and approved unanimously. Total income was Rs. 1,04,199 and expenditure was Rs. 83,435. The closing balance stood at Rs. 20,764, including the mandatory college remittance.

Key Discussions and Suggestions

• Programmes on NEP 2020 and implementation of ITEP in Kerala
• Documentation of Ph.D and M.Ed research abstracts in teacher education
• Institution of awards for outstanding research in teacher education
• Publication of a member directory and resource repository
• Silver Jubilee Souvenir and 25 academic programmes in cluster mode
• Improved outreach to student teachers through academic and skill-based programmes
• Strengthening digital presence through website, blog, YouTube, and social media
• Recovery and preservation of archival website data from 2003

Resolutions

• Preparation of an action plan for the year 2026–27
• Planning of Silver Jubilee celebration activities

Attendance

Forty-four members, including Patrons, Advisory Board Members, Consultants, Vice Chairpersons, Executive Members, and District Coordinators, attended the meeting.

Conclusion

The Treasurer delivered the vote of thanks. The meeting concluded at 8.30 pm.

Chairman: Dr. M. S. Geetha
General Secretary: Prof. (Dr.) Malini P. M.

CTEF Kerala Executive Committee (2026–2029)

 

CTEF Kerala Executive Committee (2026–2029)

Patrons

• Prof. A. Abdul Vahab
• Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thomas
• Dr. Grace Annie Mathews

Advisory Board Members

• Dr. T. K. Mathew, President
• Dr. Krishna Prasad
• Dr. S. Sam V Daniel
• Dr. M. Vijaya Kumari Amma
• Dr. Madubala Jayachandran

Academic Consultants

• Prof. V. Reghu
• Prof. K. Sivarajan
• Prof. Muhammed Unni Alias Mustafa
• Prof. Asha J. V
• Dr. M. S. Geetha

Chairman

Prof. K. Jacob Mathew

Vice Chairpersons

• Prof. Dr. K. Rajeswari
• Dr. G. Valsala
• Dr. K. P. Anil Kumar
• Prof. Dr. Bindhu C. M.

General Secretary

Prof. Dr. Malini P. M.

Secretaries

• Prof. Dr. Mariamma Mathew, Programme General
• Prof. Dr. Maya S, Research
• Dr. Sajan K. S, IT and Website
• Dr. Bindu K. J, DIET Coordination
• Dr. K. Anvar, District Coordination
• Dr. Lakshmi A, Newsletter

Treasurer

Dr. Premachandran P.

Executive Members

• Dr. K. Y. Benedict
• Dr. Anila Chacko
• Dr. Joseph Kacharayil
• Prof. Dr. Issac Paul
• Dr. Divya C. Senan
• Dr. Arun Kumar P.
• Dr. T. Keralasreemathi
• Dr. Saramma Chandy
• Prof. Dr. Joju John
• Dr. Bindu T. V.
• Dr. Anees Mohammed C.
• Dr. Renuka Sonny L. R.
• Dr. B. Santhosh
• Dr. Bindu M. P.
• Ms. Sreekutty S. S.
• Ms. Rakhi A. Rajendran

District Coordinators

• Kasaragod – Dr. Anilkumar M.
• Kannur – Ms. Indu K. Mathew
• Wayanad – Dr. Sunith Kumar G. N.
• Kozhikode – Dr. Niranjana K. P.
• Malappuram – Dr. Geethanjali M.
• Palakkad – Dr. Lekshmi V.
• Thrissur – Dr. Mahamood Shihab K. M.
• Ernakulam – Dr. Marin Jose
• Idukki – Dr. Satheesh Kumar J.
• Kottayam – Dr. Satheesh Kumar J.
• Alappuzha – Dr. Asha O. S.
• Pathanamthitta – Dr. Pramod Thomas
• Kollam – Dr. Biju G.
• Thiruvananthapuram – Dr. Salini S.

Executive meeting

MI TRAINING COLLEGE AS INSTITUTIONAL MEMBER

 

KPM BED COLLEGE CTEF SEMINAR

 K.P.M. B.Ed. COLLEGE, CHERIYAVELINALLOOR, KOLLAM Report of National Seminar in Collaboration with Council for Teacher Education (CTEF) Kerala and Council For Educational Administration and Management (CEAM) K.P.M. B.Ed. College, Cheriyavelinalloor, organized a National Seminar on 31st January 2026, in collaboration with the Council for Teacher Education Foundation (CTEF) Kerala State, and the Council for Educational Administration and Management (CEAM). aimed to explore the relevance of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in the light of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with special emphasis on holistic development and cultural continuity in education. The programme commenced with a prayer by Anakha S., B.Ed. student, setting a reflective and scholarly tone for the day. The Welcome Address was delivered by Dr. Biju G., Principal, K.P.M. B.Ed. College, who warmly welcomed the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the need to integrate indigenous knowledge traditions with contemporary educational practices. The Introductory Remarks were presented by Smt. Lekshmi L. R., Assistant Professor in English Education, who outlined the objectives and structure of the seminar. The seminar was formally inaugurated by Dr. M. S. Geetha, former Dean, Faculty of Education, University of Kerala, who stressed the importance of aligning traditional wisdom with modern educational reforms. The Keynote Address was delivered by Dr. G. Valsala, former Principal, IASE Thrissur, and Chairman, CEAM Kerala.. e  A significant highlight of the session was the MoU signing with CTEF Kerala and CEAM National, followed by the distribution of institutional membership cards, marking a milestone in academic networking. The theme presentation was delivered by Prof. (Dr.) V. Reghu, former Controller and Dean, Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD), Tamil Nadu. It was followed by paper presentation from various colleges and departments. The seminar ended with a valedictory session which was inaugurated by Dr. T.V. Kunhiraman, HOD, Department of M.Ed, BMM II Training College, Kottarakkara. 

KUCTE CTEF SEMINAR

 

Mindfulness in Everyday Life

Report on the Webinar: “Mindfulness in Everyday Life”

The Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Mar Baselios College of Education, Sulthan Bathery, in collaboration with Association of International Researchers of Indian Origin(AIRIO) and the Council of Teacher Education Foundation(CTEF), successfully organised a webinar titled “Mindfulness in Everyday Life” on 20 January 2026 through the Zoom platform.

The webinar was organised under the guidance of Dr. M.S Geetha, Chairman, CTEF , Kerala, and Prof. Dr. Rajeswari K., President, AIRIO, Kerala Chapter. The programme aimed to sensitise educators and teacher trainees to the importance of mindfulness and its relevance to personal well-being and professional practice.

The resource person for the webinar Mrs. Sunanda Ravi is a Counselling Psychologist at Manasa Subhkara Mind Care, Hyderabad, and the Founder & President of the Deccan Positive Mental Health Practitioner Association, India. She is a certified AYUSH Yoga Trainer, Art Therapist, Mindfulness Practitioner, and Child and Family Counsellor, and a recipient of the Best Mindfulness Practitioner Award (2020), Aaron T. Beck Best Psychologist Award (2022), and Inspiring Woman Psychologist Award (2022).She delivered an insightful talk highlighting the importance of practising mindfulness in everyday life and introduced simple, classroom-friendly strategies such as mindful breathing, attentive listening, conscious observation, and focusing on one task at a time. She emphasised that mindfulness enhances concentration, emotional regulation, self-awareness, attention, enjoyment, and overall well-being, thereby making learning experiences more meaningful.

The Program was coordinated by Dr. Sunith Kumar G.N., Principal of the college. The program commenced with a welcome address by Mrs. Geena Koshy, Assistant Professor in General Education who served as the Program Convener. The webinar was concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Sanjay Jose (B.Ed. English, 2025–27), student convener of the program.E-certificates were issued to all participants .

Participants found the webinar highly beneficial for managing stress and improving focus in both academic and personal contexts. .Overall the programme contributed positively to the professional development and mental well-being of the participants.

CTEF SN SEMINAR

MBCE CTEF WEBINAR

Webinar No: 42 

Teacher Student Relationship-- Teaching & Learning Support

Resource person:

Prof.(Dr.) Mariamma Mathew 

Professor and Head, M.Ed Department, Titus II Teachers College, Tiruvalla & Former Principal, Peet Memorial Training College, Mavelikara

Date: 3 February 2026

Time: 8.30 PM

 *Registration Link:* 

https://forms.gle/fSSUtpNP4uoGwwW38

👉No Registration fee

👉E- certificate will be issued to all active participants .

 *After Registration* ,

Join via Whatsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/BPU8G5sEt1z1fws6pWZdF3?mode=ems_qr_c

Watch live on our you tube channel

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Regards,

*General Convener* 

Dr. Sunith Kumar G N

Principal

*Programme Convener* 

Ms. Jishna B Jayan

Assistant professor in Physical Education 

*Student Convenor:* 

Shilpa Siby

B. Ed Social Science First year

Organisers:  

Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC),

Mar Baselios College of Education, Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad.(Affiliated to University of Calicut, Recognized by NCTE and Accredited by NAAC)

in Collaboration with

Association Of International Researchers Of Indian Origin(AIRIO)

and Council of Teacher Education Foundation(CTEF)

webinar MBCE CTEF

SVCTE CTEF SEMINAR

Inauguration of the 24 th Annual convention of CTEF Kerala and International Conference

Inauguration of the 24 th Annual convention of CTEF Kerala and International Conference on *Learn* , *lead* *and* *transcend* *through* *education* : *Balancing* *Tech* *and* *touch* at SNGK B Ed College, Pothencode, Thiruvananthapuram in collaboration with CEAM. Dr A K Anilkumar, Director ISTRAC, Banglore inaugurated the conference.Dr Rajan Varughese, Adv. Nirmalanandan, Dr M S Geetha, Dr Salini S, Dr V M Sasikumar, Prof Jacob Mathew, Prof Nimmi Maria Oommen, Prof Giby Gee Varghese are seen.

winners

COUNCIL FOR TEACHER EDUCATION FOUNDATION (CTEF), KERALA AWARD WINNERS 2025

Sl.No Details of Award Awardee

1 Dr. K Sivadasan Pillai Memorial Award for Academic Excellence Dr Grace Annie Mathews Patron, CTEF, Kerala Former Principal, Peet Memorial Training College, Mavelikara

2 Prof. (Dr) A Sukumaran Nair Memorial National Award for Pedagogic Brilliance Renotification

3

Dr. K Soman Memorial Award for Teacher Educator of the Year Dr Bindhu C M, Professor, Department of Education, University of Calicut

4 Award for the Best Administrator of the Year Prof. Dr. Susmitha P S Principal, S.N.M

Training College, Moothakunnam

5 Award for the Inspiring Teacher Educator Dr Rahul V R,

Associate Professor, Government College of Teacher Education, Thiruvananthapuram

6 Prof K R Sivadasan Memorial Award for Innovative Researcher in Education Dr Seema Menon, Professor, N.S.S Training College, Ottapalam

7 Award for Talented Writer in Education Dr Laya A. B,

Associate Professor,

S.N.M Training College, Moothakunnam

8 Award for the most Committed Teacher Educator for Extension work in Education Dr K. Anvar,

Principal, K.T.C.T College of Teacher Education, Kallambalam

9 Dr. N.D Joshi Memorial Award for Institutional Excellence St. Thomas Training College, Mukkolakkal, Thiruvananthapuram

PROF. DR K. SIVADASAN PILLAI

 

Dr. K. Sivadasan Pillai, Emeritus Professor/Fellow of UGC (1998 onwards) residing at Harishree, Nandavanam, Trivandrum was born in April 1935 in a remote village Kadavoor in Kollam District. Possessing various degrees such as B.Sc., M.Ed. M A(Sociology & Politics), PhD ( Education), A.I.E (London), Adult Education (West Germany), Dr. K. S. Pillai was well versed in Malayalam, English, Hindi and German languages.

Working as a Graduate Teacher in Secondary Schools for about nine years, Dr. Pillai had a record of meritorious service as Research Assistant (NCERT Project), Senior Research Fellow (NCERT), UGC Junior Research Fellow, Lecturer, and Reader in Education (University of Kerala) and Professor cum Director of the Centre for Adult Education & Extension and also Population Education Resource Centre. Wherever he worked, he left his own imprint there.

The mastery touch of Dr. Pillai in research guidance is revealed in all the 25 PhD theses produced under his guidance. Dr. Pillai successfully guided 54 M.Ed. theses, 2 M.A. (Sociology) theses, and 49 Research reports/case studies of Post Master’s Diploma in Adult and Continuing Education during his professional tenure.

Dr. Pillai is credited with preparing and publishing several research projects, studies, modules and evaluation reports sponsored by UGC, DAE (Government of India), UNICEF and CPR. Not only that, Dr. Pillai has received laurels from the academicians and student community for publishing many books, souvenirs, and periodicals in English and Malayalam (more than 400) for and on behalf of CACEE, KANFED, Literacy Forum, LAEWP etc. Dr. Pillai’s write-ups, research papers and articles (more than 200 in English) in International Journals published from London, Paris, Bonn, Tehran, Canberra, etc. and National Journals published from New Delhi, Jaipur, Chennai, Coimbatore, Bihar, Baroda, Mumbai, Machilipatnam, Simla, Allahabad, Pune, Bhopal, the Hindu Education page etc. and State level journals from Kottayam, Trivandrum etc. ranked him among the leading educationists of the time. His reviews on more than 75 books (both Malayalam & English) appeared in leading periodicals and journals.

As a widely travelled person in connection with educational activities, Dr. Pillai has fully utilised the whole year of 1976 in studying organisation and conduct of the University Departments and centres connected with Adult Education in England, Scotland and Germany. He led the 18 member Afro-Asian delegation in Adult Education and visited folk schools and Community Colleges in Denmark. Dr. Pillai’s visit to Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand and South Korea under ASPBAE travel fellowship helped in securing first hand experience on education in general and adult education in particular. He was one among the members of the Indian delegation to the 5th ICAE Conference held in Nairobi.

The positions that Dr. Pillai held range from regional to International levels. He is the Associate Secretary General and the Indian National Chancellor of the IAEWP and its Kerala State Chancellor. Dr. Pillai is one of the Founder Members of CAETA, Member and Executive of IAEA, its South Zone Committee and the Chairman Kerala State Unit. Member of the Editorial Board of UAE, Task Force for formulating the SCERT in Kerala, Research Board of Governors of American Biographical Institute, Expert Committee constituted by the Government of Kerala to reformulate School Curriculum in the State and Board of Studies and Education faculty of many Universities, Life Member of IUACE, CTE and Chairman of Kerala State Centre, AIAER, ICREM, Acharyakulam, AICEIW, ISCE and its regional representative for South India, Representative of the ICUAE for India, Chairman of the panel for selecting Best District/Co-ordinator /Project Officer of TLC, Kerala, Chairman of NICE and of the Advisory Committee of many Educational Journals/Institutions, President of IPRS and Literacy Forum, Trivandrum, Hon. Chief Editor of KANFED Newsletter and General Secretary of KANFED, Co-Editor of International Educator, Regional Co-ordinator of Studies for the Centre for Policy Research, New Delhi, Fellow of the United Writer’s Association of India, regular Resource Person at Academic Staff Colleges, Colleges of Teacher Education, University Departments and Examiner for Ph.D, M.Phil, M.Ed, M.A and Post M.A in many Indian Universities and so on. Dr. Pillai is listed in Reference Asia on p.488 (Vol.4) and Asia’s who is who ( Vol.1on p.582).

Dr Pillai is the recipient of many National and International awards for his meritorious service in the field of Education such as Imperial Relations Trust Fellowship(1975),Vidya Visarada(1976),ASPBAE Travel Fellowship(1982),Nehru Literacy Award(1994), Diploma of Honour of IAEWP(1994),Fountain of Universal Peace Award(1994), Rotary Award(1994), UGC’s Emeritus Professor Fellowship(1998), Albert Schweitzer HumanitarianAward (2001), Sardar Patel International Literacy Award (2002). As an active member of the Literacy Expert Committee he was instrumental for Kerala Library Movement securing the Krupskaya Award in 1995. 

As an educationist, Dr. Pillai has touched almost all fields of education. But his specific area of interest lies in Adult Education. As a trainer of trainers, he directed a number of training programmes for different levels of Adult Education functionaries including Project Officers, Principals, Programme Officers, Supervisors and instructors of various agencies at the State and National levels; launched many innovative programmes in adult education (appreciated and copied by many Universities, Voluntary Agencies and Government departments); as the General Convener, organised the 38th All India Adult Education Conference and the National Conference of IAEWP at Trivandrum (1991), the ITFL sponsored Book Voyage Scheme in Kerala (1990) and Programmes sponsored by ASPBAE, UNICEF, IUACE, ITFL etc., participated in the SARC year of girl child seminar, 5th meeting of the ITFL (1989), International seminar on Adult Education (2002), NIOS seminar on networking of agencies in Continuing Education (2003), Criteria Developing workshop organised by the Directorate of Adult Education, New Delhi (2003), workshops, conferences, seminars etc. at National and Regional levels; Convener of Conference papers of the 4th Asian Conference on Educational Technology (1989); Resource Person at the National Seminar on Environmental Education etc. are some of his exceptional abilities.

Dr. Pillai presented commendable performance as member of the Advisory Committee of the International Conference in lifelong learning and Social development organised by the Loyola College of Social Sciences (2002), State Advisory Board for Education and chairman of the State Policy Preparation Committee, Executive Committee of Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority (KSLMA) and Chairman of its Evaluation Sub committee, Academic Director of the Equivalency Programme; Distinguished Professor of International Institute for Literacy and Life Long Education, Course Director of Isa Viswa Vijnana Trust’s School of Teacher Education and also the Chairman of the Advisory Board for Utradam Thirunal Trust.

Thus Dr.Pillai was a masterful social engineer and a real model to teachers and teacher educators, who left a lasting impression until his untimely departure on 8th Nov.2007. 

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1	Dr.   K Sivadasan Pillai Memorial Award for Academic Excellence	Dr Grace Annie Mathews Patron, CTEF, Kerala Former                   Principal, Peet Memorial Training College, Mavelikara
2	Prof. (Dr) A Sukumaran Nair Memorial National Award for Pedagogic Brilliance	Renotification
3	Dr. K Soman Memorial Award for Teacher Educator of the Year	Dr Bindhu C M, Professor, Department of Education, University of Calicut
4	Award for the Best Administrator of the Year	Prof. Dr. Susmitha P S Principal,                               S.N.M Training                            College, Moothakunnam
5	Award for the Inspiring Teacher Educator	Dr Rahul V R, Associate                                 Professor, Government College of Teacher                        Education, Thiruvananthapuram
6	Prof K R Sivadasan Memorial Award for           Innovative           Researcher      in Education	Dr Seema Menon, Professor, N.S.S Training College, Ottapalam
7	Award     for     Talented                Writer                in Education	Dr Laya A. B, Associate Professor, S.N.M Training College, Moothakunnam

8	Award for the most Committed Teacher Educator for Extension work in Education	Dr K. Anvar, Principal,                            K.T.C.T College of Teacher Education, Kallambalam
9	Dr. N.D Joshi Memorial Award for Institutional Excellence	St. Thomas Training College, Mukkolakkal, Thiruvananthapuram