TITUS SEMINARS

CTEF Award committee meeting

International Multidisciplinary Seminar on "Multi-Faceted Perspectives on Gender Education

Dear Esteemed Educators, Academicians, Research Scholars, and Students,

We are delighted to announce the forthcoming International Multidisciplinary Seminar on "Multi-Faceted Perspectives on Gender Education: Reaching the Unreached", scheduled to take place in blended mode on *04th and 05th September 2024.* This prestigious event is a collaborative initiative between Titus II Teachers College, Tiruvalla, Council for Educational Administration and Management (CEAM), and Council for Teacher Education Foundation Kerala State (CTEF).

We cordially invite you to participate in this seminal event, sharing your expertise and insights to enrich the discourse on gender education. Collectively, we can strive towards creating a more inclusive and equitable educational environment.

For detailed information, please refer to the accompanying brochure.

We eagerly anticipate your participation and contributions.

_*Best Regards,*_

_*Titus II Teachers College | CEAM | CTEF*_

REPORT ON THE CTEF EXECUTIVE MEETING HELD ON 24 JULY 2024

REPORT ON THE CTEF EXECUTIVE MEETING HELD ON 24 JULY 2024

Time: 6:30 PM
Platform: Google Meet

AGENDA 

1. Upcoming/Conventions/Seminars/Conferences in collaboration with CTEF

2. Membership campaign for Research scholars

3. E content development

4. Website/Blog Updating

5. Fund raising to CTEF

6. Other matters with the permission of Chair

Members attended

1. Dr. M.S. Geetha – Chairperson, CTEF Kerala

2. Prof. Dr. Nimmi Maria Oommen – General Secretary, CTEF Kerala Chapter

3. Dr. V.M. Sasikumar – National Vice President, CTEF South Zone

4. Dr. Premachandran P – Treasurer, CTEF

5. Prof. Dr. Rajeswari K

6. Dr. Happy P.Y.

7. Dr. K. Sivarajan

8. Dr. Bindu K.J.

9. Dr. Bindu T.V.

10. Dr. Sheeja Kumari

11. Dr. Sr. Alice Joseph

12. Prof. Dr. V. Reghu

13. Dr. Arun Kumar

14. Prof. Dr. Maya S

15. Dr. Jayachandran M

16. Dr. K.P. Anilkumar

17. Dr. K.S. Sajan

18. Dr. Malini P.M.

19. Dr. Joseph Kacharayil

20. Dr. Saramma Chandy

21. Prof. Dr. Mariamma Mathew

22. Dr. Joju John

23. Dr. Anila Chacko

24. Dr. Omanaseelan

25. Prof. Jacob Mathew

26. Dr. T. Sundaresan

27. Dr. M. Vijayakumari Amma

28. Dr. Anu Mukund

29. Dr. Kerala Sreemathi

30. Dr. Anees Muhammad

31. Dr. Abdul Wahab

32. Dr. Valsala Thampan

33. Dr. Issac. Paul

34. Prof. Dr. Asha J.V.

35. Dr. Niranjana K.P.

REPORT

The CTEF Executive Meeting was convened at 6:30 PM on 24 July 2024 via Google Meet. The meeting commenced with a silent prayer. 

Prof. Dr. Nimmi Maria Oommen, General Secretary of CTEF Kerala Chapter, welcomed the members and outlined the agenda. She encouraged all other participants to actively engage in discussing the agenda items. 

Dr. M.S. Geetha, Chairperson of CTEF Kerala, presided over the meeting and invited lively participation from all members in discussing the agenda items.

The following agenda were discussed in detail:

• Organizing an Awareness Programme on ITEP in collaboration with KSHEC constituted Committee

• Scheduling Annual Convention of  CTEF Kerala along with the National convention 

• Details concerning the International Conference organized by BNV College of Education

• Fund Raising for CTEF, Kerala

• Research Scholars’  Membership Campaign

• Aspects of Website upgradation

• Matters related to E - content development

• FDP programmes

DECISIONS TAKEN

1. Awareness Program on ITEP: An online webinar cum brain storming session to raise awareness among all member- teacher educators about ITEP will be held on 10th August 2024 from 3pm  to 5.30 pm via Zoom. This event will be conducted with the Co-operation of the ITEP Commission committee members  in collaboration with  Mar Theophilus Training College, Thiruvananthapuram. The webinar will feature a keynote address by Dr. Mohan B Menon, Chairman of the ITEP Committee constituted by the Government of Kerala, followed by a presentation by Dr. T Abdul Salam, Principal of Farook Training College, the Convener of the Committee. A discussion session will be followed to address the issues and challenges encountered by government, aided, and self-financing training colleges in Kerala in this context of ITEP introduction.

2. 23 rd State Annual Convention: The Annual  State Convention  of CTEF Kerala and the National Conference of CTEF will be hosted by Devaki Amma Memorial Training College, Chelambra. The tentative dates for the conference are 6, 7, and 8 February 2025.

 Dr. K.P. Anilkumar, Principal of the college, confirmed that all necessary facilities and accommodations will be  provided with the college. Mr. Ashokan Nochad, faculty of the college will serve as the seminar coordinator.

A committee was formed to develop the theme and subthemes for the convention,  which comprises of  Dr. K.P. Anilkumar, Dr. M.S. Geetha, Dr V Reghu, Prof. Dr Mustafa, Prof Dr Mariamma Mathew, Dr. Maya, Dr. Anees Muhammad, and Prof. Dr. Rajeswari K. Prof. Dr. Nimmi Maria Oommen, Dr. Premachandran P. The committee is entrusted for providing the final  main theme by 05-08-2024.

3. Award Committee: An Award Committee was constituted for considering the 2024-25 awards instituted by CTEF Kerala.  Dr. Sam V. Daniel  was nominated as the Committee Convener. Other members include Dr. K. Sivarajan, Prof. Dr. Bindu C.M., Dr. Malini P.M., Prof. Dr. Rajeswari K., Dr. Joju John, Dr. Sajan K.S.,  and the Ex Officio members Dr. M.S. Geetha, Prof. Dr. Nimmi Maria Oommen, Dr. Premachandran P. The committee has to issue a notification for Awards before 25th Aug.2024, with the application deadline set for 15th October 2024. Awards will be announced  on or before 15th December 2024.

4. Seminar Flyer and Brochure: The seminar flyer will be released by 15th August 2024, and the final brochure will be prepared after consultations with National CTEF Members.

5. International Conference: The CTEF-collaborated International Conferece at BNV College of Education, Thiruvananthapuram, has been rescheduled to 6 and 7 September 2024. Further details will be provided by the college later.

6. Fund raising programme: Various strategies for fund raising in anticipation with the silver jubilee celebrations were discussed, which include:

1. Individual contributions from CTEF life members

2. Strengthening the membership campaign for Teacher educators as well as Research scholars

3. Increasing sales of CTEF publications at various colleges .

4. Seeking contributions from private banks and organizations through proper channel.

5.  Increasing Institutional memberships by sending emails to various colleges detailing the benefits of joining.

6. A minimum registration fee of Rs. 100/- to 200/ may be charged from participants for CTEF-collaborated online webinars organized by different colleges.

7. Promoting donations from well-wishers and supporters.

8. Sponsorships should be sought for various programs

9. Future collaboration programs the registration fee may be collected through CTEF account only.

Contributions for Fundraising:The following life members promised donations to CTEF fund raising programme. Their names and the amount they have promised are given below

Prof. Abdul. Wahab: Rs. 5000

Dr. Grace Annie Mathews: Rs. 15,000 ( 10000/- for Excellence Award for the upcoming conference and 5000/-as donation

Prof. Jacob Mathew  : Rs. 10,000

Dr. K.S. Sivarajan     : Rs. 10,000

Dr. V.M. Sasikumar  : Rs. 10,000

Dr. M.S. Geetha        : Rs. 10,000

Dr. K.P. Anilkumar   : Rs. 5000

Dr. M. Vijayakumari : Rs. 5000

Dr. Valsala Thampan : Rs. 5000

Dr. Sam V. Daniel     : Rs. 5000

Prof. Dr. V. Reghu    : Rs. 5000

Dr. Saramma Chandy : Rs. 5000

7. Memorial Award: An award in memory of late Prof. Dr. A. Sukumaran Nair will be established. The title will be decided  later date. The matter may be discussed with the family members of Prof A Sukumaran Nair.

8. Research Scholars Membership Campaign: Four Members have joined as Members from the Research Scholars group. The campaign to enhance the membership  of  research scholars will be intensified to attract younger members to CTEF. Ms. Sreekutty. S S, Research scholar from GCTE Thiruvananthapuram, was nominated as the CTEF Executive member and Office secretary.

9. Website Upgradation: Dr. Sajan K.S. emphasized the need for timely documentation for website upgradation. Photographs, brochures, and reports of programs should be submitted promptly. The website committee was updated by adding Dr. Anila Chacko, Dr. Niranjana K.P.,  Dr. Anu Mukund, and Mrs. Sreekutty. S S. to support Dr. Sajan K S.

10. E-Content Development: Dr. Sajan K.S. will oversee the development of e-content videos from the northern region, using NSS Training College, Ottappalam or Farook Training college as centers. Prof. Dr. Maya will handle the process  from southern region, with Mar Theophilus Training College, Nalanchira, as a center.

11. Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs):  Five or Seven-day FDP programs will be organized by CTEF in collaboration with other colleges of teacher education in the state. Sr. Dr. Alice Joseph, the principal of  St. Joseph's Training College, Ernakulam, is willing to take up the first FDP probably  in the  last week of  September or the first week of October 2024 focusing on any one of the themes - Artificial Intelligence, Research methodology,  ITEP, NEP 2020 etc.. Prof. Dr. Rajeswari K and Prof. Dr. Malini P.M were entrusted to give time table for FDP. Prof. Dr. Nimmi Maria Oommen, General Secretary-CTEF  will do the  additional arrangements. 

Dr. Premachandran P, Treasurer, provided a consolidation of the key decisions made in the meeting  followed by the vote of thanks.. The meeting ended at 9:00 PM.

Towards Transformation of Teacher Education in India - Kerala Context: ITEP Awareness and Brainstorming

Council for Teacher Education Foundation- Kerala (CTEF- Kerala)

in collaboration with

Mar Theophilus Training College (MTTC), Nalanchira

Organizes 

Online Webinar on 

Towards Transformation of Teacher Education in India - Kerala Context: ITEP Awareness and Brainstorming

Date:  10/08/2024  |  Time:  3  pm

 

Prayer song

 

PROGRAMME

 

Welcome Address: Prof. Dr. Nimmi Maria Oommen

(General Secretary, CTEF, Kerala)

Introductory Remarks: Prof. Dr. Joju John

(Principal, Mar Theophilus Training College)

Chairman’s Address: Dr. M S Geetha (Chairperson, CTEF, Kerala)

Inauguration Prof. Mohan B Menon

Former Deputy Vice-Chancellor,

Wawasan Open University, Malaysia (Chairman, KSHEC-ITEP Curriculum  Committee)

Key Talk: Dr T Mohammed Salim

(Principal, Farook Training College and Convenor, KSHEC & ITEP Committee)  

 Discussion Initiation           Prof. Dr. V Reghu (Consultant, CTEF Kerala)

 Feedback and Sharing Ideas – Esteemed Members of ITEP Committee KSHEC

 Prof. (Dr.) Asha J. V.( Head and Former Dean,SPSS,MG University,   Kottayam)

Prof. Dr Anil Kumar (Prof.  and Head Dept of Edn. RIE, Mysuru)

Dr K S Sajan (NSS Training College, Ottappalam)

Prof. Dr. T.C. Thankachan( St Thomas Training College, Pala)

Points of Consolidation:               Prof. Dr. Maya S.

(Mar Theophilus Training College,)

Vote of Thanks: Dr. Premachandran P                                    (Treasurer, CTEF Kerala) 

Memories of A Special Educator

Towards Transformation of Teacher Education in India-Kerala Context: ITEP Awareness and Brainstorming

Dear esteemed members of CTEF Kerala,

It is excited to announce a collaborative program between CTEF Kerala and MTTC (Mar Theophilus Training College, Nalanchira) titled "Towards Transformation of Teacher Education in India-Kerala Context: ITEP Awareness and Brainstorming".

*Date: 10th August 2024*

*Time: 3:00 P.M*

This program aims to bring together experts and stakeholders to discuss and brainstorm the future of teacher education in Kerala, aligning with the national ITEP (Integrated Teacher Education Program) framework.

Inviting all members to contribute to this significant discussion, sharing your insights, experiences, and suggestions to shape the transformation of teacher education in Kerala.

*Mark your calendar for 10th August 2024, and let's work together towards the programme!* 

Looking forward to your active participation.

Best regards,

CTEF Kerala | MTTC