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

https://youtube.com/@mbcesulthanbathery?feature=shared

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)