Media Release

Mangaluru, Jul 7: A one-day online faculty development programme was organized on July 5 at St Aloysius (Deemed University). The theme of the programme was ‘National Education Policy – 2020: Importance of languages and teaching methods in Higher Educational Institutions'.

In the inaugural address, head of the Hindi department Dr Mukunda Prabhu stated that language is the root of culture and values. The session was presided over by registrar Dr Alwyn D'Sa, who mentioned that under the NEP, the languages and cultural studies centre at the university offers instruction in seven languages, ranging from the local language Tulu to the foreign language French.

In the technical session, Prof T V Kattimani, former vice-chancellor of the Central Tribal University, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh, emphasized that promotion for teacher’s means engaging in even deeper study. In the second session, Dr Farita N F Vegas, dean of the School of Education at St Aloysius (Deemed University), Mangaluru, stated that critical thinking in teaching makes students more aware and engaged. Dr Farita Viegas in her session highlighted the different methodologies that can be implemented in HEI.

Dr Mahabubali A Nadaf welcomed the participants. Judith and Saloni introduced the subject experts. Jahnavi delivered the vote of thanks. Vidya Rathod conducted the proceedings. Around 200 participants attended the webinar, making the programme a success.