Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 9: The Directorate of Quality Assurance (DQA) at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) recently organized an engaging and interactive session for the university's faculty members. The event featured a guest lecture by Dr. Sanjay Kumar, Chairperson of the Value Education Cell at Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra. The talk, titled "Teaching to Transformation," shed light on the profound impact that teaching can have on learners.
During the session, Dr. Kumar emphasized that teaching goes beyond imparting knowledge; it involves creating an environment that can profoundly transform learners on various levels. This transformation encompasses cognitive, emotional, social, intuitive, creative, and even spiritual aspects. By adopting a transformational approach to teaching, both students and teachers can tap into their full potential, not only as learners but also as members of society and as human beings.
Dr. Kumar further highlighted that the ultimate goal of transformational teaching is to nurture individuals who can recognize and appreciate the interconnectedness of all forms of life, including humans, plants, and animals. This broader perspective helps foster a sense of empathy, compassion, and responsibility towards the world around us.
At the conclusion of the session, Dr. Balbir Singh, Associate Professor, and Dr. A.K. Das, Director, expressed their gratitude to Dr. Kumar for sharing his valuable insights. They also extended a warm welcome to all the participants, recognizing the significance of such discussions in promoting a holistic and transformative approach to education.
The talk on 'Teaching to Transformation' at SMVDU served as an inspiring platform for educators to reflect on their teaching practices and explore ways to create a positive and meaningful impact on their students' lives. |
